Antonio Rivero-Zevallos
Clarkston,WA
Summary
Dear SEL Hiring Manager,
I am writing to apply to the 'Associate Quality Engineer' opening since the job description fits well with some of my experience. I have worked in manufacturing for ten years now, and rapidly moved ahead into quality control in analytical laboratories testing raw, in-process and finished products. I've heard excellent things about SEL and how the company takes pride in taking care of their employees and helps develop their skills for career advancement from within, and that is very appealing to me.
Even though this would be an entire new industry for me to get into, for this position I offer hands on experience of instrumental analysis, proficient in interpretation of scientific data, excellent problem-solving skills and a good ability to work independently on time sensitive projects and routine tasks. I am someone who learns new procedures fast, a self-starter, and work excellent in a team environment. Certainly, I will meet your expectations if given the chance.
Thank you for your time and consideration!
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Chemist
Pkay Metal
01.2019 - Current
- Responsible for performing routine and advanced analytical testing on raw materials, process samples, and finished metal alloys using Inductive coupled plasma (ICP-OES), Spark metal analyzers, X-ray fluorescence, and wet / smelting chemistry methods.
- Reviewing , documenting , and interpreting test results accurately in compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
- Verification / validation and development of analytical testing methods for new materials or modified processes.
- Out-of-specification (OOS) or out of trend investigations to identify root causes in collaboration with production and management teams to resolve quality issues.
- Ensuring regulatory compliance of cGMP, ISO9001, EPA and OSHA standards.
- Maintenance , calibration and troubleshooting laboratory instruments to ensure highest level of testing quality.
- Participating in internal and external audits and contributing in continuous improvement initiatives.
- Training and mentoring junior laboratory staff , promoting adherence to laboratory safety and quality practices.
- Preparing and maintaining accurate technical reports , records,and SOP documentation.
Analytical Laboratory Technician
Vista Outdoor
03.2016 - 05.2018
- Performing a wide array of ISO certified analysis procedures of energetic ammunition priming mixes and primary explosive compounds.
- Assisting the senior chemist with priming mix formulation projects and other product investigations.
- Examining test abnormalities and implementing corrective action when needed.
- Data reporting, data analysis, including data file transfer, e-mailing, telephone reporting, file management, spreadsheet entry, charting and validation.
- Maintenance and calibration of instruments.
- Analysis of waste water that includes heavy metal determination via FAAS and ICP-OES.
- Waste water testing of free cyanide by colorimetry via distillation.
- Physical testing of ammunition brass casings and mixes.
- Routine titrations, water hardness, silica, pH analysis, and electroplating tests.
Assembler
Vista Outdoor
02.2016 - 03.2016
- Primers assembly department which included working with shakers, Press machines and inspection of finished primers. Continual lifting, gripping, turning, finger dexterity, and hand/eye coordination required throughout the shift.
- Handling metal plates that varied in weight from 5 to 30 pounds on a continual basis. Good vision required for inspection and appropriate PPE (gloves, googles).
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Lewis-Clark State College
Lewiston, ID05-2017
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA01-2015
High School Diploma -
High School
Lima-Peru01-2007
Skills
-Fluent Spanish (read and write)
-Excellent analytical laboratory techniques (dilutions, extraction methods, titrations, etc)
-Staff training and development
-Proficient in MS Office programs
-Involved in finished product investigations followed by custom testing from a manufacturing setting
-High attention to detail and excellent time management
-Experienced reviewing statistical data and compound characterization
Timeline
Quality Control Chemist
Pkay Metal
01.2019 - Current
Analytical Laboratory Technician
Vista Outdoor
03.2016 - 05.2018
Assembler
Vista Outdoor
02.2016 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
Lewis-Clark State College
Associate of Science - Chemistry
Orange Coast College
High School Diploma -
High School