Richard Chaffey Mbe Raf Acmi
About Richard Chaffey Mbe Raf Acmi
Richard Chaffey is a Quality Assurance Engineer with extensive experience in leading investigations and managing quality assurance personnel. He has a strong background in statistical analysis and engineering, and he oversees KPI reporting for the QA department.
Work as a Quality Assurance Engineer
Currently, Richard Chaffey serves as a Quality Assurance Engineer in Merstham, England, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he manages the Goods-In Quality Cell personnel, overseeing four QA technicians and their workload. His responsibilities include conducting goods-in inspections and providing production support. He is also accountable for KPI reporting for the QA department and across the business, ensuring that quality standards are met consistently.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Before his current role, Richard worked as a Quality Assurance Technician for six months in Merstham, England, from 2020 to 2021. This position provided him with foundational experience in quality assurance processes, contributing to his expertise in leading investigations and implementing quality improvement initiatives.
Education and Qualifications
Richard Chaffey completed his education at Kennet Comprehensive School, where he studied subjects including Maths, English Language, Physics, and Geography, achieving GCSE qualifications from 1979 to 1983. He furthered his education at No 1 School of Technical Training, RAF Halton, where he studied Aviation Mechanical and earned an HNC in Aerospace Studies from 1983 to 1987. Additionally, he obtained a Certificate in Introduction to Industrial Electrics from EFF, Birmingham, in 2018.
Quality Assurance Skills and Tools
Richard possesses extensive skills in quality assurance, utilizing tools such as Ishikawa diagrams and Red X methodologies for problem resolution and quality improvement. He has strong statistical analysis capabilities and an engineering understanding that supports his work in leading 8D investigations. His expertise also extends to New Product Introduction (NPI) activities and analyzing non-conformances to implement corrective and preventative actions.
Technical Proficiency
Richard has excellent computer skills, demonstrating proficiency in MS Windows, MS Office, and Minitab. His technical abilities enhance his effectiveness in managing quality assurance tasks and contribute to the overall efficiency of the QA department.