Catherine Vazquez Garcia
Colt's Manufacturing Co. LLC
New Britain,CT
11
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Quality Inspector with expertise in product inspection, blueprint interpretation, and results documentation. Proven ability to maintain high-quality standards and ensure compliance with specifications.
Work History
Quality Inspector II
2 Years 2 Months- Conducted thorough inspections of firearms to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Maintained detailed inspection records, ensuring accurate documentation of findings.
- Utilized precision measuring instruments to assess product specifications effectively.
- Discarded and rejected products, materials and equipment not conforming with specifications.
- Maintained high standard of workmanship by using only approved data, materials, tools and test equipment.
Machine Operator/Quality Inspector
10 Months- Operated machinery to produce high-quality components in fast-paced production environment.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues and implementing timely corrective actions.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to adhere to safety standards.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
Machinist
2 Years 10 Months- Operated CNC machines to produce precision components according to specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate product manufacturing.
- Monitored machine performance, identifying and resolving issues to maintain efficiency.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
Embroidery Machine Operator
1 Year 3 Months- Operated multi-head embroidery machines to produce high-quality embroidered products.
- Monitored machine performance and performed routine maintenance to ensure optimal operation.
- Adjusted machine settings based on fabric types and design requirements for precision output.
- Consistently met tight deadlines while maintaining a high level of quality control over finished embroidered pieces.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, ensuring safety compliance and efficient workflow.
- Contributed to increased customer satisfaction by consistently meeting deadlines for custom orders.
- Achieved consistent results by properly aligning fabrics on the embroidery hoop before starting each project.
- Calibrated machine settings for stitch length, tension and spacing to optimize efficiency.
Cleaner
1 Year 5 Months- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation of various surfaces and facilities.
- Developed efficient cleaning schedules to optimize workflow and productivity.
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
- Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
- Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
- Cleaned and maintained lobbies, offices and other common areas in commercial buildings.
Machine Operator
5 Months- Operated injection molding machines to produce high-quality plastic components.
- Monitored production processes, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning how to operate new machinery and implementing newly introduced processes within the production environment.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
Education
GED
Skills
Product inspection
Visual inspection
Dimensional inspection
Blueprint interpretation
Equipment operation
First-article inspection
Results documentation
FLUENT IN [English
Spanish]
Geometric dimensioning
Blueprint reading
Reporting and documentation
Visual inspections
Timeline
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