Enrique Lopez
Baytown,Texas
Summary
Seeking a position as QA/QC Coating/Insulation Inspector in Oil & Gas/ Petrochemical industry where my skills are valued and can benefit the company. Experience in coatings domestic and overseas; Monitor specifications and highly self motivated; knowledgeable in quality control procedures.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
QA/QC Coating Inspector
Performance Contractors
Port Allen, LA
03.2024 - Current
- Inspected coatings on modules, verifying compliance with industry standards.
- Verified coating thickness using ultrasonic gauges and holiday detectors.
- Monitored surface preparation for proper cleaning prior to applying coatings.
- Performed visual inspections of coated surfaces for holidays, pinholes and other imperfections.
- Reviewed documents such as project drawings, material safety data sheets, manufacturer's instructions., prior to beginning any work activities.
- Participated in pre-job meetings with customers or contractors to discuss job scope, timeline expectations, quality assurance procedures.
- Measured dry film thickness before and after curing of the applied coating materials.
- Tested adhesion of coatings by performing pull-off tests according to ASTM D4541 standard.
QA/QC Coating Inspector
Axios
Tyler, TX
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Reviewed painting projects to verify highest quality and adherence to organization's strict guidelines.
- Monitored employees daily tasks and improve performance for inspection.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors and client.
- Read blueprints and instructions and examined surfaces to determine it is up to projects specifications.
- Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing and entering data into quality database.
- Consulted with engineers to resolve quality, production and efficiency problems.
- Cleaned and calibrated dial indicators, fixed gauges, or height gauges prior to tests.
QA/QC Coating Inspector
Brandsafway Energy Solutions
Baytown, TX
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Attended and participated in progress and project meetings.
- Managed projects by coordinating inspections with client.
- Oversaw employee productivity to enforce efficient use of materials and equipment.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of job site specifications.
- Reported project progress, site problems and inspection status to supervisors.
- Calibrated products to match design and operational specifications.
- Cleaned and calibrated dial indicators, fixed gauges, or height gauges prior to tests.
- Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
QA/QC Coating Inspector
G.A.S. Properties
Cameron, LA
02.2019 - 04.2022
- Used tools and gauges such as sling psychrometer and temperature gun to conduct physical and visual inspections.
- Attended daily meetings with client to report quality control activities.
- Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues.
- Oversaw disposal of products, materials and equipment not in compliance with tolerances, safety standards or quality levels.
- Made adjustments to equipment or calibrated instruments to required tolerances.
- Schedule final walk-downs with client.
- Verify profile is to specification by using testex tape and micrometer.
- Recommended essential corrective actions based on test results.
QA/QC Coating Inspector
Blastco
Honolulu, HI
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications prior to starting job to fully understand project scope.
- Performed final walkthroughs of each job and prepared reports.
- Completed inspections of job sites to assess compliance with codes and design plans.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards of job sites specifications and mitigate issues.
- Utilized coating thickness gauge testing equipment and calibrated for optimal performance.
- Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing and entering data into quality database.
- Recommended improvement measures to production process to meet quality control standards.
- Consulted with engineers to resolve quality, production and efficiency problems.
QA/QC Coating Inspector
Brandsafway Energy Solutions
FREEPORT, TX
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Coordinate with Foreman/Supervisors daily for hold point inspections
- Perform regular inspections on the equipment used in the facility to ensure their proper use and maintenance
- Inspected the surface of the blasted substrate one on one with client QA to make sure its compliance with the specifications at the hold point
- Including visual inspection, testing for non-visible contaminants using CSN kit, check ambient conditions using sling psychrometer and temperature gun, check blast profile is to specification using testex tape and micrometer
- Verify DFT of coating liquid/TSA between coats and after final coat for final inspection/buyoff
- Prepare daily inspection report and final sell off forms
- Report daily with company QC manager
- Attended daily status update meetings with Shell Engineers, QA Manager, Project Engineer.
QA/QC Coating Inspector
Brandsafway Energy Solutions
Singapore, Singapore
02.2016 - 11.2016
- Assessed quality of products and compliance with tolerance standards by inspecting products, components and materials.
- Generated reports with documented findings and recommendations.
- Utilized gauge testing equipment and calibrated for optimal performance.
- Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing and entering data into quality database.
- Inspected and repaired products to meet project expectations.
- Recommended improvement measures to production process to meet quality control standards.
- Analyzed plans, specifications and blueprints to understand product requirements.
- Consulted with engineers to resolve quality, production and efficiency problems.
- Performed detailed measurements with handheld devices and performed visual inspections of line.
QA/QC Coating Inspector
FORREST SERVICES, KINDER MORGAN SPLITTER PROJECT
GALENA PARK, TX
06.2014 - 02.2016
- Attend daily meetings with supervisors about project deadlines/updates, general safety.
- Coordinate with supervisors to do final inspection walk.
- Making sure WFT was within specification using WFT gauge.
- Verifying DFT, doing final inspection for final buyoff with third party QA.
- Calibrated products to match design and operational specifications.
- Learned new testing methods through continued education and research.
Education
INDUSTRIAL PAINTER NCCER CERTIFIED PLUS -
12.2009
NACE COATING INSPECTOR LEVEL 1 -
AMPP
Houston, TX12.2015
NACE COATING INSPECTOR LEVEL 2 -
AMPP
Houston, TX06.2016
SSPC CAS LEVEL 2-FULL STATUS SSPC C12-CERTIFIED AIRLESS SPRAYER SSPC C7-CERTIFIED ABRASIVE BLASTER -
DIPLOMA -
S. STERLING HIGH SCHOOL
05.2008
Skills
- Conducting inspection and ensuring compliance with legal specifications
- Performing tests; skilled performing visual inspections of blasting/surface preparation;
- Approves quality of substrate by confirming specification; Rejecting and returning unacceptable results
- Communicating required adjustment to supervisor and confirming rework
- Reading and understanding pipeline or isometric drawings; experienced working with industrial coatings, tank liners, metallizing thermal spray aluminum- arc and flame spray
- Monitoring of spray and mixing application of coatings; Able to build and implement sophisticated plans with a proven track record of achieving deadlines
- Good communication skills both with field employees and managers/ supervisors
- Documents inspection result by completing reports; Ability to work effective and efficiently in a team environment
- Maintain safe and healthy work environment by following operating instructions and procedures
References
Rustam House– QC Manager Brand Services (979) 665-8805
Andrew Sanchez – Site Supervisor IPC (713) 925-7318
Oscar Bermudez – Supervisor (832) 929-1610
Timeline
QA/QC Coating Inspector
Performance Contractors
03.2024 - Current
QA/QC Coating Inspector
Axios
06.2023 - 03.2024
QA/QC Coating Inspector
Brandsafway Energy Solutions
05.2022 - 05.2023
QA/QC Coating Inspector
G.A.S. Properties
02.2019 - 04.2022
QA/QC Coating Inspector
Blastco
02.2018 - 01.2019
QA/QC Coating Inspector
Brandsafway Energy Solutions
01.2017 - 06.2018
QA/QC Coating Inspector
Brandsafway Energy Solutions
02.2016 - 11.2016
QA/QC Coating Inspector
FORREST SERVICES, KINDER MORGAN SPLITTER PROJECT
06.2014 - 02.2016
INDUSTRIAL PAINTER NCCER CERTIFIED PLUS -
NACE COATING INSPECTOR LEVEL 1 -
AMPP
NACE COATING INSPECTOR LEVEL 2 -
AMPP
SSPC CAS LEVEL 2-FULL STATUS SSPC C12-CERTIFIED AIRLESS SPRAYER SSPC C7-CERTIFIED ABRASIVE BLASTER -
DIPLOMA -
S. STERLING HIGH SCHOOL
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