Michael Howard

Michael Howard is a versatile professional with extensive experience in quality inspection and journalism. Currently serving as a news reporter for Escondido Times-Advocate, Michael specializes in researching and writing compelling stories that engage diverse communities. In addition to journalism, Michael has held various roles at HME since April 2012, including Manager Quality Inspection Services, QA Inspection Supervisor, and Supplier Quality Engineer. As a Master IPC Trainer at EPTAC since August 2019, Michael is certified in IPC-A-600 and IPC-A-610 standards. Previous positions include Quality Professional at BeneChill, Quality Assurance Specialist at Outsource Manufacturing, and Quality Assurance Inspector at HK Plastics Engineering. Michael holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business and Information Technology from Western Governors University.