Antonio Smith

• Coat surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
• Maintained Coating equipment in excellent condition, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Provided expert guidance on surface preparation procedures such as abrasive blasting or chemical treatments necessary for achieving desired finishes on different materials.
• Selected appropriate coatings based on specific job requirements, maximizing performance and durability while minimizing environmental impact.
• Improved overall appearance of finished products by identifying imperfections during the inspection process and making necessary touch-ups or adjustments.
• Increased efficiency with the proper use of airless and conventional spray equipment, reducing waste and time spent on each project.
• Maintained accurate documentation related to job schedules, material usage logs, safety inspections, and more for proper record-keeping purposes.

Mercedes-Benz US Intl. manufacturing plant

• Performed body and interior trim repairs on WSA line.
• Performed 100% diagnostic testing on vehicles
• Paint touch ups, Leather repair,
• Trained and skilled in all EOL areas (Rolls, Wheel Alignment, Post Engine)
• Familiar with Mercedes-Benz tool, equipment and job practices

• Supervised and directed quality control personnel through effective mentoring, coaching and work delegation.
• Setup and calibrate nondestructive testing equipment
• Inspect & verify proper surface preparation
• Inspect & verify coating application process & finish
• Built relationships with customers and managed accounts to drive revenue and profit.
• Prepared reports and other documents in timely, accurate manner
• Reviewed documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
• Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
• Inspection Methods: Visual(VT), Dye Penetrant(PT), Ultrasonic(UT)

• Used proper PPE and safety protocols for personal health and safety of other staff.
• Thermal Spray applications of both HVHD and HVOF
• Sandblasting
• Inspected vehicles and equipment and performed repair work to maintain optimal functionality and longevity.
• Replace thermal fuses and re-wired control box for automated spray systems
• Maintained knowledge of equipment necessary to complete jobs, acquiring new skills and techniques.
• Heavy equipment operations
• International travel

• Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
• Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
• Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
• Trained and supervised new employees to apply best practices and comply with health and safety procedures and regulations.
• Team Lead
• Familiar with Manhattan database system

• Industrial water blasting
• Operate Vacuum trucks and pumps
• Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
• Dismantled electrical machinery to replace faulty switches and electrical and mechanical system elements.
• Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.

• Performed and operated vacuum and pump machines
• OSHA certified specialty cleaner
• Confined space entry
• Industrial water blasting

• Coordinated managed and implemented 100% auditing projects and prepared for evaluation.
• Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
• Counted all physical inventory and generated department audit reports.
• Operated pallet and loader jack
• Forklift Certified

• Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
• Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
• Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
• Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
• Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
• Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
• Set schematics
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• Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement..
• Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
• Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
• Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with electrical components with use of multimeter