Jose Espinoza
Brownsville,United States
Summary
Hardworking and dependable professional with a strong background in general labor, machinery operation, and fast-paced work environments. Skilled in following safety procedures, completing tasks efficiently, and working well both independently and as part of a team. Known for reliability, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to quality work. Motivated to learn new skills, take on responsibility, and contribute to a positive and productive workplace.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Painter and Blaster / General Labor
Brock
11.2024 - Current
- Performed surface preparation using sandblasting, grit blasting, or pressure washing to remove rust, paint, and debris
- Mixed, prepared, and applied industrial coatings, primers, and paints according to specifications
- Operated blasting equipment safely, adjusting pressure and media flow for proper surface profile
- Inspected surfaces before and after blasting/painting to ensure quality standards were met
- Utilized spray guns, rollers, and brushes to apply coatings on metal, equipment, and large structures
- Set up and maintained containment areas to prevent overspray and environmental contamination
- Conducted routine maintenance on blasting and painting equipment to ensure optimal performance
- Followed all OSHA and company safety protocols, including PPE requirements and hazard controls
- Assisted with daily production tasks, including loading, unloading, and moving materials
- Operated basic hand tools and power tools for various worksite tasks
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe work environment by removing debris and following safety guidelines
- Supported skilled workers by preparing materials and setting up equipment
- Performed basic assembly, packing, and sorting of products as needed
- Followed instructions from supervisors to complete tasks efficiently and on schedule
- Helped with inventory, stock organization, and material restocking
Torch Cutter
SA Recycling
08.2022 - 10.2024
- Operated oxy-fuel and plasma cutting torches to cut, shape, and dismantle metal materials with precision
- Reviewed blueprints, measurements, and cutting specifications to ensure accuracy and quality
- Prepared metal surfaces by cleaning, marking, and securing materials prior to cutting
- Monitored cutting equipment, adjusted settings, and ensured consistent, clean cuts
- Performed routine maintenance on cutting tools, hoses, and regulators to ensure safe operation
- Inspected finished cuts for accuracy, defects, and compliance with production standards
Machine Operator, Inventory and Forklift Operator
Larsen Tella
11.2017 - 07.2022
- Performed daily production work, ensuring efficient workflow and meeting production targets
- Operated stamping machines with precision, following safety procedures and quality standards
- Set up, adjusted, and monitored machines to maintain consistent product quality
- Troubleshot minor mechanical issues and reported malfunctions to maintenance when needed
- Operated forklifts to transport raw materials, finished products, and supplies throughout the facility
- Utilized scissor lifts safely to access elevated work areas and assist with production tasks
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, pallets, and storage areas
- Completed accurate production logs, machine records, and daily shift reports
- Monitored and controlled maintenance inventory and supplies.
- Created and updated regular inventory reports and records.
- Selected tools, materials and equipment and tracked inventory.
- Maintained supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Managed inventory levels across multiple locations within the area, ensuring adequate stock availability while minimizing costs associated with excess inventory holdings.
- Maintained studio inventory and lighting by purchasing, loading and unloading trucks and assembling and storing inventory.
- Managed stock levels effectively by closely monitoring inventory levels against demand forecasts, avoiding stockouts, and reducing excess inventory.
- Maintained inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels, ordering products, expediting orders, and verifying receipts.
- Performed physical inventory counts and resolved discrepancies.
- Coordinated inventory management activities, reducing stockouts and minimizing excess inventory costs.
- Maintained internal inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Maintained proper inventory levels.
- Received inventory and verified receipt of ordered products.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing stockouts and minimizing excess inventory costs.
Inventory and Forklift
Texas Pack
11.2015 - 10.2017
- Efficiently packed and unpacked goods for shipment and storage
- Organized and distributed labor tasks to ensure smooth workflow
- Loaded and unloaded materials using both manual methods and forklifts
- Labeled and categorized merchandise accurately for tracking purposes
- Prepared and maintained detailed documentation and daily reports
- Conducted inventory counts, updated stock records, and monitored product movement
- Monitored supplies of key inventory items.
- Supported inventory management by accurately receiving and processing shipments.
- Stored products in inventory locations to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Oversaw inventory control, accounting, and supply reports.
- Oversaw inventory, equipment maintenance and bay cleaning.
- Maintained current inventory tracking information using warehouse management system.
- Managed inventory flow to meet inventory turn goals.
- Assisted with weekly inventory counts.
- Coordinated inventory management activities, reducing stockouts and minimizing excess inventory costs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rivera High School
Brownsville05.2015
Skills
- Team Leadership - Experienced
- Quality Control - Experienced
- Inventory Management - Experienced
- Basic tool handling - Experienced
- Teamwork and communication skills - Experienced
- Fast learner with ability to multitask - Experienced
- Ability to work in fast-paced environments - Experienced
- Inventory and material handling experience - Experienced
- Managing inventory
- Inventory counting
- Office supply inventory
- Inventory documentation
- Software inventory management
- Inventory stocking
- Inventory supply monitoring
LANGUAGES
English - Highly proficient
Spanish - Highly proficient
Timeline
Painter and Blaster / General Labor
Brock
11.2024 - Current
Torch Cutter
SA Recycling
08.2022 - 10.2024
Machine Operator, Inventory and Forklift Operator
Larsen Tella
11.2017 - 07.2022
Inventory and Forklift
Texas Pack
11.2015 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Rivera High School