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Isaac Medrano-Quintanilla

Houston

Summary

Highly skilled and detail-oriented certified welding inspector and American Petroleum institute piping inspector & Pressure Vessel Inspector with over 10 years of experience in welding inspection and quality assurance. Proficient in evaluating weld quality, interpreting welding codes and standards, and ensuring compliance with industry specifications and codes. Strong background in various welding techniques and materials, with a proven track record of identifying defects and improving welding processes. Accomplished quality assurance manager with expertise in welding inspection and process improvement. Spearheaded the development of inspection criteria and quality standards, facilitating cross-departmental communication to cultivate a robust culture of quality assurance and compliance.

Overview

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1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

QA/QC Manager

AZOTA GAS PROCESSING/ FTA FAB
HOUSTON/STAFFORD
02.2025 - Current
  • Developed and implemented quality assurance protocols for gas processing operations.
  • Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Performed root cause analysis for identified non-conformities and developed corrective action plans.
  • Facilitated communication between departments to promote a culture of quality assurance.
  • Maintained QA/QC documentation for audits and regulatory compliance requirements.
  • Reviewed and approved technical documentation related to QA/QC activities.
  • Conducted technical audits and inspections of production processes to ensure compliance with quality standards.
  • Ensured that all personnel involved in quality management system are aware of their roles and responsibilities and provide necessary support and guidance when needed.
  • Established inspection criteria, test methods, sampling plans, acceptance levels and documentation requirements for incoming materials and products.
  • Reviewed non-conforming material reports raised during production process and took necessary corrective actions as required.
  • Reviewed engineering drawings, specifications and other documents related to product design, development process to ensure conformity with applicable standards, regulations.
  • Established procedures and quality standards.
  • TEST AND QUALIFY WELDERS
  • CREATE TURNOVER DATA BOOKS FOR CLIENTS

PROJECTS : TITAN TREATING PLANT 2

QA/QC SUPERVISOR

Legion Piping and Fabricators
02.2021 - 02.2025
  • Lead and manage the Qc department, overseeing a team of inspectors and quality personnel.
  • Conduct thorough inspections of welds, dimensions.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor welding quality control programs and procedures to ensure compliance with industry standards (AWS, ASME, API).
  • Review and approve welding procedures, qualifications, and records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
  • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and clients to address and resolve quality issues and ensure project specifications are met.
  • Prepared and maintain detailed inspection reports, quality documentation, and records.
  • Provide training and mentorship to welding personnel on best practices, safety protocols, and quality standards.
  • Conduct root cause analyses of defects and implement corrective and preventive actions to improve welding processes.
  • Monitor and audit welding activities to ensure adherence to approved procedures and specifications.
  • Participate in internal and external quality audits and implement recommendations for continuous improvement.
  • Coordinate NDE and review NDE reports.
  • Developed ITPs

Quality Control Inspector

H&M Industrial EPC
09.2019 - 02.2021
  • Conduct thorough inspections of welds to ensure compliance with relevant codes, standards, and client requirements.
  • Review welding procedures, qualifications, and records for accuracy and completeness.
  • Collaborate with welding personnel to address and resolve quality issues.
  • Prepared detailed inspection reports and maintained accurate records of inspections.
  • Provide guidance and training to welding staff on best practices and quality standards.

Quality Control Inspector

McDermott
11.2017 - 09.2019
  • Inspected welds on various projects, including pipelines, structural components, and pressure vessels.
  • Utilized visual inspection techniques and NDT methods to assess weld quality.
  • Monitored welding processes to ensure adherence to approved procedures.
  • Documented inspection results and communicated findings to project managers and clients.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing welding quality control programs.

QA/QC Inspector

Turner Industries
01.2016 - 11.2017
  • Conduct visual inspections to ensure weld quality.
  • Review welding procedures and qualifications, ensuring they meet industry standards.
  • Maintained detailed inspection reports and documentation for all welding activities.
  • Provided feedback to welding personnel to ensure adherence to approved procedures and standards.

Education

High School -

George Bush High School
Richmond, TX
01-2009

Skills

  • Production expertise
  • Proficient in interpreting welding codes and standards (AWS, ASME, API)
  • ASME B313
  • ASME VIII DIV 1
  • ASME PCC2
  • ASME section IX
  • ASME Sec V
  • API 1104
  • API 570
  • API 571
  • API 577
  • API 510
  • API 572
  • Blueprint reading
  • Visual inspections
  • Employee supervision
  • Proficient in using welding inspection tools and equipment
  • Project planning and development
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects and non-conformances
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills
  • Team Leadership
  • Problem-Solving Abilities
  • Quality Management
  • Employee training
  • GMAW
  • FCAW
  • SMAW
  • GTAW
  • Welding inspection standards
  • Root cause analysis
  • Materials inspection
  • Training and mentorship
  • Attention to detail
  • Team leadership
  • Continuous improvement
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Compliance management
  • Corrective actions
  • Document control
  • Documentation review

Certification

  • API 570, 114874, Piping Inspector
  • API 510, 118619, Pressure Vessel Inspector
  • American Welding Society (AWS), 23041841, Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)

Professional Organizations

  • American Welding Society (AWS), Member
  • American Petroleum Institute (API), Member

Timeline

QA/QC Manager

AZOTA GAS PROCESSING/ FTA FAB
02.2025 - Current

QA/QC SUPERVISOR

Legion Piping and Fabricators
02.2021 - 02.2025

Quality Control Inspector

H&M Industrial EPC
09.2019 - 02.2021

Quality Control Inspector

McDermott
11.2017 - 09.2019

QA/QC Inspector

Turner Industries
01.2016 - 11.2017

High School -

George Bush High School
Isaac Medrano-Quintanilla