Andrew Cuevas
Corona,CA
Summary
Experienced Quality Control Inspector skilled at inspections, assessments and reporting on quality issues. Accomplished at helping companies dramatically improve production through quality control enhancements. Works well with production teams on correcting negative trends and driving improvements. Well-qualified Quality Control Inspector proficient in documentation, reporting and compliance standards. Meticulous and methodical professional with a deep understanding of manufacturing and production operations. Bringing 19 years of related experience.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Solvay Specialty Polymers
01.2015 - 09.2023
- Improved product quality by conducting thorough inspections and identifying defects in timely manner.
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing standardized inspection processes and procedures.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
- Reduced product rejection rates by collaborating with production teams to address quality issues proactively.
- Ensured the accuracy of measurement tools and equipment by performing regular calibration checks and maintenance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop effective quality control strategies that improved overall product performance.
- Played an integral role in achieving company-wide safety goals by diligently enforcing proper handling practices during all stages of the inspection process.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Performed root cause analysis on non-conforming products to identify areas for improvement and prevent future issues.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
Machinist
Solvay Specialty Polymers
01.2005 - 08.2015
- Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
- Improved workplace safety by performing routine maintenance on machinery and ensuring all equipment was in proper working order.
- Reduced waste and increased material utilization with precise measurement and cutting techniques.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop new parts, interpreting blueprints and schematics for accurate production.
- Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.
- Achieved tight tolerances by carefully calibrating machines before beginning each job.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
Skills
- Equipment Calibration
- Specifications reading
- Process Improvement
- OSHA Compliance
- Compliance Enforcement
- Product Inspection
- Audit Coordination
- ISO Standards
- Defect Identification
- Process Validation
- Test equipment operation
- Inspections and reviews
- Inspection procedures
- Safety Procedures
- Measurement techniques
Certification
- Certified Quality Inspector, Solvay - 2015-2024
- Hazardous Waste, Solvay - 2005-2024
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
Solvay Specialty Polymers
01.2015 - 09.2023
Machinist
Solvay Specialty Polymers
01.2005 - 08.2015
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