Elver Rincon
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Driven by a commitment to excellence, I leveraged my expertise in quality inspections and mechanical troubleshooting at the US Navy, enhancing reactor plant maintenance and ensuring rigorous quality control. My leadership in staff training and preventive maintenance fostered a culture of continuous improvement, significantly reducing downtime and elevating operational standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Insurance Inspector
US Navy
San Diego, CA
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Used calipers and micrometer measuring instruments.
- Kept detailed records of quality and imperfect products.
- Conducted training sessions for new Quality Assurance Inspectors, ensuring a consistent approach across the team.
- Maintained calibration records and vendor certifications.
Mechanical Technician
US Navy
San Diego
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
Nuclear Machinist Mate Supervisor
Uss Carl Vinson CVN 70
Coronado, CA
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Maximized resource utilization by coordinating with other departments on shared tool usage and equipment availability.
- Contributed to the development of departmental policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
- Maintained accurate documentation of work performed, adhering to strict regulatory guidelines and facilitating audits when necessary.
- Developed strong working relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable terms on parts orders while maintaining quality control standards.
- Provided technical expertise during troubleshooting efforts, diagnosing complex issues quickly to minimize disruptions to operations.
Nuclear Machinist Mate
Uss Carl Vinson CVN 70
Coronado, CA
06.2017 - 06.2021
- Reduced downtime during outages, coordinating efficient repair schedules for key components in the reactor coolant system.
- Managed radiological controls, ensuring proper storage, handling, and disposal of radioactive materials in accordance with regulations.
- Safeguarded personnel by enforcing strict adherence to radiation protection guidelines during operations.
- Provided vital support during refueling processes by overseeing fuel assembly movement operations while adhering to strict radiological safety protocols.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts, identifying opportunities for process enhancements within the nuclear program.
- Facilitated knowledge transfer among team members by providing expert guidance on technical matters related to nuclear propulsion systems.
- Contributed to successful plant shutdowns, orchestrating detailed procedures for equipment isolation and decontamination.
- Maintained peak performance of nuclear machinery with consistent preventive maintenance and repairs.
- Read and interpreted technical documentation.
Education
Associate of Science - Engineering
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CA05.2024
Skills
- Quality Inspections
- File Management
- Defect tracking
- Visual Inspection
- Engineering documents comprehension
- Reactor Plant Maintenance
- Staff Training
- Quality Control
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Installation
- Scheduling and Planning
Timeline
Quality Insurance Inspector
US Navy
05.2023 - 07.2024
Mechanical Technician
US Navy
07.2021 - 05.2023
Nuclear Machinist Mate Supervisor
Uss Carl Vinson CVN 70
06.2017 - 06.2021
Nuclear Machinist Mate
Uss Carl Vinson CVN 70
06.2017 - 06.2021
Associate of Science - Engineering
San Diego Mesa College