Andy Fox has over 9 years of experience in quality inspection, defect tracking, and test planning. He currently works as a Laboratory Technician for Jacob – Holm Industries, where he performs quality testing of disposable wipes, including tensile strength, thickness, absorption, and microbiological testing. Prior to this role, Fox worked in various inspection, operator, and technician roles for several manufacturing companies. He has strong skills in OSHA compliance, production procedures, Microsoft applications, and material handling.

1. Andy Fox
204 Edgar Ln. Canton, NC 28716 | 828-276-6273 | andyjoefox@yahoo.com
ProfessionalSummery_______________________________________________
Tester with background in automation and extensive experience working with clients and implementing
standard quality assurance processes. Attentive and safety conscious inspector comfortable with working in a
high pressure, fast-paced environment. Emphasis on adherence to conformance specifications and increased
efficiency and productivity. Highly flexible and capable Tester and Inspector with nine years experience in
quality inspection, defect tracking and test planning, reporting and data creation.
Skills______________________________________________________________
 In-depth OSHA knowledge
 Material handling expert
 Assembly line production
 Production procedures
 Exceptional organizational skills
 Microsoft applications skills
 Extremely quick learner
 Proficient in WMS and Adicom systems
Work History______________________________________________________
Inspector/Packer, Machine Operator
Associated Packaging Technologies- Waynesville, NC 03/2002 to 10/2008
Product quality inspector, Thermo-Forming Machine Operator
Clerk
Single Stop - Canton, NC 10/2008 to 02/2009
Convenience store clerk
Heavy Equipment Operator, Head Mechanic
Big “M” Grading - Clyde, NC 04/2009 to 11/2011
Repaired, maintained, and operated Heavy earthmoving equipment
Merchandiser
Kellogg’s- Haywood County, NC 12/2011 to 12/2012
Stocked inventory for Kellogg’s/Keebler in all major grocery stores in
Haywood County.
Inspector/Packer (Temp)
Spherion Staffing- Asheville, NC 12/2012 to 12/2013
Product quality inspection at Sonoco Plastics

2. Inspector/Packer, Safety Captain, Conveyor Operator
Sonoco Plastics - Waynesville, NC 12/2013 to 09/2015
Program and Operate Conveyor automation systems.
Monitor product standards and quality control programs.
Prepare and maintain production reports.
Verify correct pack-out of finished goods.
Ensure that all health and safety guidelines are followed.
Laboratory Technician
Jacob – Holm Industries – Candler, NC 09/2015 to Current
Perform quality testing of disposable wipes
Tensile strength testing
Thickness and Basis weight testing
Absorption / Moisture testing
Microbiological sample preparation / testing
Processing / database of Metal detection reports
Chemical testing of water used in hydroentanglement process
Processing/releasing of fiber material to be used in production process
Maintain archive samples of produced material
Education__________________________________________________________
GED- Haywood Community College, Clyde NC
Accomplishments___________________________________________________
 Established and maintains computer and network systems for Advanced Transmissions Inc.
 Established protocols for new conveyor belt system,
 Established 5s plan for warehouse staging area, trained others on operation of new automation system,
and trained maintenance technicians on servicing new system.
 Lead monthly Safety audits to monitor employee compliance with company policies and safety
regulations.
 Meet with peers for twice – monthly creativity and conflict resolution exercises
Gained necessary experience that promoted character and skill growth
learned to quickly assess the proper tools to resolve situations
Certifications______________________________________________________________
Energy Isolation (Lockout / Tag-out) certified
Forklift certified
References available upon request.