Geraldine "Jerrie" Rimas

6527 46th Avenue North

Crystal, Minnesota 55428
763-533-8114
jerrierimas@ymail.com

KEYWORDS/SKILLS:

Computer Programming Skills and Operating Systems: Microsoft Word and Excel,
Microsoft Outlook Express, Acrobat, Windows XP, PowerPoint

Systems: Smart Draw, PDF, Scanners, Manufacturing, Process, Traceability, Good

Manufacturing Practices (GMP), working Knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 9001, ERP systems: Job
Boss, Oracle

Technical Skills: Blueprint Reading and Specifications, Inspection Test Equipment (Digital
Micrometer/Caliper, Comparator, Micro Vu, Tool Scope, Plug/Pin Gauges, Dial Indicators, Laser
Mic, Rockwell Tester, Surface Tester for Micro Finish, Geometrical Tolerancing and Dimensioning
(GD&T), Good Manufacturing Practices(GMP).

QA DOCUMENT CONTROL COORDINATOR-MEDICAL DEVICE INSPECTOR

Highly knowledgeable at creating and maintaining successful documentation systems. Excellent
organizational skills with high regard for the maintenance of quality regulations, internal needs
and schedule demands. Educated in application selection and proper use of test equipment and
measuring devices. Team player with effective interpersonal communication skills, good attention
to detail and a positive, can-do attitude.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Accellent Technologies Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
Manufacturer-Medical Device Components 1993-2009

QA DOCUMENT CONTROL COORDINATOR (2002-2009)

• Created, coordinated, and maintained all controlled document files, both hard copy and electronic
version. Maintained security controls on all documents active and obsolete electronically that
support the document system.
• Developed, received and reviewed process document change orders (DCO's) and requests
accurately and completed 100%.
• Performed word processing duties related to writing policies, procedures, assembly instructions,
drawings, external standards, manufacturing process instructions and other controlled documents
for Manufacturing and Quality. Identified and implemented improvements to document
management system to make more user friendly.
• Filed, retrieved and maintained master and reference documents (Device Master Records, DMR’s).
• Controlled, logged, and assigned part numbers and routing additions, deletions, and changes.
• Aided in training personnel regarding document format, content, use, control, and the document
control system.
• Managed, tracked, and closed manufacturing deviation documents in an Excel Spreadsheet.
 • Performed Final Inspection duties.

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Accellent Technologies Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

Manufacturer-Medical Device Components
IN PROCESS INSPECTOR (1993-2002)
• Applied the understanding of blueprints and specifications to select appropriate test methods,
equipment and measuring devices with 100% successful outcomes.
• Trained 14 new employees to promote the understanding of inspection requirements, while
responsible for ongoing training.
• Inspected in-house and incoming piece parts prior to production
• Utilized a variety of test methods including micro sectioning for hardness and plating thickness.
• Alleviated problems through working with external suppliers and internal QA Engineers.
• Managed daily product priorities, product issues, interdepartmental relations and employee
relations.
• Inspected tight tolerance components utilizing a wide variety of carrying tests and incorporating
various equipment.
• Supported QA Engineering in writing QAII (Quality Assurance Inspection Instructions).
• Proficient with blueprints and specifications using a variety of test methods (Micro Vu, Geometrical
Tolerancing and Dimensioning (GD&T), Tool Scope, Comparator, Plug/Pin Gauges, Digital
Micrometer/Caliper, Dial Indicators, Laser Micrometer and Surface tester for Micro Finish).
• Performed in-process, some gage R&R, and final inspection of medical products and assisted in
calibration of tooling/gauging.

CURRENTLY IN TIME OF TRANSITION

Linder's Flower Mart New Hope, Minnesota Part Time-Present
Store Clerk (Seasonal)
American Greeting Corporation Cleveland, Ohio Part Time-Present
Greeting Card Merchandiser

OTHER RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

CTS Connector Division New Hope, Minnesota
Printed Circuit Board
IN PROCESS, FINAL AND RECEIVING INSPECTOR

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATE

High School, Harrison County High, Cynthiana, Kentucky

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Member, American Society of Quality (ASQ)

MILITARY
Honorable Discharge United States Air Force, Certificate