Nicholas Frez
Charlotte
Summary
Quality-focused manufacturing professional with hands-on experience in quality systems, process improvement, and production floor support. Skilled in root cause analysis, SPC, inspections, and driving corrective actions through cross-functional collaboration. Known for strong attention to detail, clear documentation, and data-driven decision-making to improve product quality and operational efficiency.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Analyst Supervisor
Rio Tinto
12.2023 - Current
- Supervise laboratory operations, ensuring compliance with ASTM protocols and ISO 9001:2015 standards.
- Manage and maintain accurate data entry in the Laboratory Quality Management (LQM) database, verifying sample integrity and releasing results for production use.
- Collect, filter, and analyze quality data results from laboratory testing to identify trends, patterns, and discrepancies, supporting process optimization and risk reduction.
- Generate and present reports summarizing test findings, providing actionable insights to leadership and cross-functional teams.
- Partner with product development and process optimization teams on cross-functional projects, aligning stakeholders, timelines, and deliverables.
- Support internal and external audits by compiling, verifying, and presenting data, ensuring alignment with ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025 standards.
Quality Analyst
Rio Tinto
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Performed quality control testing on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, analyzing data to verify compliance with specifications.
- Operated and maintained advanced analytical instruments (ICP, GC, Auto-titrators), ensuring accuracy and reliability of generated datasets.
- Recorded, validated, and managed test data in accordance with regulatory and industry standards, maintaining data integrity across reports and systems.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to analyze results, troubleshoot issues, and recommend corrective actions for product quality improvements.
- Standardized and calibrated laboratory equipment to ensure consistent, accurate measurements and reliable data outputs.
Process Improvement Specialist
Greiner Bio One
11.2021 - 02.2023
- Led root cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone) to resolve recurring process
- Led complex setups, troubleshooting, and calibrations for electrical, mechanical, and dimensional controls, ensuring precision and operational efficiency.
- Planned and coordinated internal and external calibration schedules, managing vendor relationships and optimizing resource allocation.
- Implemented corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address process non-conformances
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05.2020
Skills
- Quality Management Systems (QMS)
- ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 / AS9100 (as applicable)
- Nonconformance Management (NCRs)
- Corrective & Preventive Action (CAPA)
- Internal/External audit
- Lean Manufacturing
Certification
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
- Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP)
- Microsoft Excel Professional
Timeline
Quality Analyst Supervisor
Rio Tinto
12.2023 - Current
Quality Analyst
Rio Tinto
03.2023 - 12.2023
Process Improvement Specialist
Greiner Bio One
11.2021 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill