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Calvin Allen

Houston,TX

Summary

Experienced with precision surface finishing, ensuring high-quality results. Utilizes advanced tools and techniques to achieve smooth and flawless finishes. Track record of working efficiently within teams and adapting to changing project requirements.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Rework/Finisher/Painter

Volvo of Roanoke
11.2024 - 05.2025
  • Sanding molded fiberglass for defects including(Blisters, Waviness, Roughness).
  • Verify all truck cabins are defect-free before final line release.
  • Body Work (sand down jagged edges or deep defects on top the product, if needed apply body filler)
  • Confirm the application of adhesive or seam sealant in all designated cabin areas.
  • Priming mixing paint 4:1 ratio.
  • Operated finishing tools to achieve high-quality surface finishes on various products.
  • Ensured compliance with safety standards and operational procedures during finishing processes.


Avionics installer II

Cirrus Aircraft
07.2022 - 07.2024
  • Performed scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Cirrus SR aircraft.
  • Examined replacement aircraft parts for defects and replace using required tooling
  • Diagnosed mechanical and electrical problems.
  • Reviewed maintenance manuals and technical documents.
  • Identify repair procedures and repair aircraft parts and electrical systems
  • Test parts with diagnostic equipment.
  • Inspect completed work for compliance and performance standards.
  • Decipher flight test data to diagnose malfunctions and performance problems.
  • Experienced working on Aircraft: {SR22,SR22-T, SR20, Jet:SF50-G2}.
  • Installed avionics systems in general aviation aircraft, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during installation processes.

Maintenance Operator

Kellogg
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Evaluate the efficiency of each unit and identify needed improvements.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety guidelines and reporting hazards promptly.
  • Operated and maintained production machinery to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
  • Conducted routine inspections and troubleshooting to identify equipment issues proactively.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.

Carrier

United States Postal Service
05.2020 - 03.2021


  • Adjusting routes based on traffic, weather, and other factors that could impact delivery times.
  • Addressing customer inquiries and resolving issues related to the delivery and receipt of mail and packages.
  • Daily inventory check of postal supplies, packaging materials, and other resources needed for daily operations.
  • Ensured that the necessary supplies are available and restocked as needed to avoid disruptions in service.
  • Sorted and delivered mail efficiently to ensure timely service for customers.
  • Operated delivery vehicles safely while adhering to all traffic regulations.

Stator Technician

PV Fluids
02.2017 - 01.2020
  • Relined and manufactured new stationers.
  • Operated production lines and troubleshot production processes.
  • Performed injection molding procedures.
  • Verified quality control checks and rejected ineligible products.
  • Assembled mold tooling and handled scorching temperature tubes.
  • Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting on technical equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance workflow processes and improve service delivery.

Boilermaker

Sulzer Chemtech
05.2007 - 02.2017

• Breaks down and removes heat exchangers and/or heat exchanger components

  • Conducted inspections on pressure vessels, identifying and rectifying potential safety issues.

• Fabricates and installs screwed piping

• Knowledgeable of planning and scheduling concepts and principles including effects on financial performance

• Understands financial terminology and measures

• Recognizes financial impact of various project actions

• Develops and maintains an orderly and efficient approach to assignments

• Applies attention to detail and quality approach to assignments

Education

Lone Star College
Houston, TX

Skills

  • Quality control
  • Team development
  • Heavy lifting
  • Deadline oriented
  • Blueprint reading
  • OSHA guidelines
  • Flexible schedule
  • TWIC Card Holder
  • Defects identification
  • Parts inspection
  • Root cause analysis participation
  • Safety standards compliance

Certification

  • OSHA
  • Forklift & Overhead Crane
  • TWIC
  • Blueprint Reading

Timeline

Rework/Finisher/Painter

Volvo of Roanoke
11.2024 - 05.2025

Avionics installer II

Cirrus Aircraft
07.2022 - 07.2024

Maintenance Operator

Kellogg
10.2021 - 05.2022

Carrier

United States Postal Service
05.2020 - 03.2021

Stator Technician

PV Fluids
02.2017 - 01.2020

Boilermaker

Sulzer Chemtech
05.2007 - 02.2017

Lone Star College
Calvin Allen