Hector M. Lopez
1612 26TH AVE MENOMINEE
Summary
Obtain a job in which I can develop my skills, abilities and serve with professionalism and responsibility towards people with the values that I have learned during life.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Outfitting Foreman
Trade Team
Marinette, WI
08.2024 - 12.2025
- Leaded a crew of insulators, pin shooters and fire watchers.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Coordinated crew activities to optimize workflow and enhance project efficiency.
- Trained and mentored new team members on equipment use and best practices.
- Conducted regular inspections of work sites to identify hazards and ensure compliance.
- Managed inventory of tools and materials, streamlining procurement processes.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
Insulator/Material Handler
Trade Team
Marinette, WI
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Worked in confined spaces, climbed ladders and scaffold for installing insulation.
- Maintained equipment according to manufacturer specifications and safety protocols.
- Minimized waste by accurately measuring and cutting insulation materials to fit specific spaces precisely.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by organizing materials and implementing inventory management systems.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Inspected stocks to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
Foundry Worker
Waupaca Foundry, Inc.
Marinette, WI
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Used tools to cut, trim and shape a certain amount of pieces daily.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Observed operations of automatic molding machinery to detect and correct jams or malfunctions.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
Paint Foreman
Advanced Marine Preservation
Marinette, WI
05.2019 - 01.2023
- Supervised painting crews to ensure adherence to safety standards and quality specifications.
- Managed teams of painters, ensuring safety protocols were followed and deadlines were met.
- Trained new staff on proper techniques and equipment usage for optimal performance.
- Inspected finished work for compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
- Implemented process improvements resulting in enhanced workflow efficiency among teams.
- Managed inventory of paints and supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for projects.
- Developed training materials to enhance team knowledge on new products and technologies.
- Collaborated with project managers to align painting projects with overall construction timelines.
- Reduced material waste by accurately estimating required supplies for each project.
- Improved team productivity through effective communication and delegation of tasks.
- Maintained a clean work environment by diligently adhering to proper cleaning procedures after each job was completed.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
Truck Driver
Public Works Department
Puerto Rico
09.2017 - 03.2019
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.
Insulator/Painter
Continental Tide Defense System Inc
Virginia Beach, VA
10.2016 - 08.2017
- Performed insulating of marine hull, bulkheads, pipe, and ventilation ducting, removal and insulation of pipe coverings, polyamide, fiberglass, cement insulation, box beams & beam wraps.
- Measuring, cutting, installing, and laying out bulkheads and overheads for pins.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
Electrician’s Assistant
Caribbean Temporary Services
Puerto Rico
05.2014 - 07.2015
- Assisted with electrical work by running conduit and pulling wire.
- Tested and replaced system components like outlets and switches as part of preventive maintenance program.
- Performed basic and semi-skilled electrical work under direction of electrician.
- Traced out short circuits in installed wiring using testing meters.
- Kept equipment clean and well-maintained for optimal performance at job sites.
- Insulated and tighten connections to improve system performance and prevent short circuits.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards and defects.
- Followed all safety procedures and guidelines to promote safety while working on electrical systems.
Maintenance Worker
National Building Maintenance
Puerto Rico
02.2012 - 02.2014
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Properly handled, transported and disposed of recycled materials.
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Dusted furniture, vacuumed carpets, and removed stains from items used for venue events.
- Completed routine sweeping, mopping, waxing and polishing of high-traffic floors.
Production Operator
Thermo King Corporation
Puerto Rico
04.2010 - 10.2012
- Set up and adjusted machines for day-to-day operations.
- Complied with OSHA regulations and company safety standards to promote worksite safety, protect team members and prevent equipment damage.
- Verified quality of finished products against company standards, determined grades and identified defective items.
- Read blueprints, work orders and production schedules to determine product or job instructions or specifications.
- Loaded or fed workpieces into welding machines to join or bond components.
Education
Associate of Science - Associate in Electronics Engineering
Instituto Tecnológico De Ponce
Ponce, Puerto RicoSkills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Excellent Communication
- Attention to detail
- Productive and Methodical
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Dependable and Responsible
Timeline
Outfitting Foreman
Trade Team
08.2024 - 12.2025
Insulator/Material Handler
Trade Team
01.2024 - 05.2024
Foundry Worker
Waupaca Foundry, Inc.
03.2023 - 01.2024
Paint Foreman
Advanced Marine Preservation
05.2019 - 01.2023
Truck Driver
Public Works Department
09.2017 - 03.2019
Insulator/Painter
Continental Tide Defense System Inc
10.2016 - 08.2017
Electrician’s Assistant
Caribbean Temporary Services
05.2014 - 07.2015
Maintenance Worker
National Building Maintenance
02.2012 - 02.2014
Production Operator
Thermo King Corporation
04.2010 - 10.2012
Associate of Science - Associate in Electronics Engineering
Instituto Tecnológico De Ponce