Nicholas Romero
Youngsville,LA
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Inspector Helper
Peak NDT Solution
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted inspectors in conducting thorough quality assessments on materials and components.
- Maintained accurate logs of inspections and equipment usage for compliance tracking.
- Prepared inspection tools and equipment, ensuring readiness for efficient workflow.
- Supported implementation of safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
Quality Control Inspector
Gulfcoast Machine
03.2024 - 05.2025
- Conducted inspections on finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Collaborated with production teams to identify and resolve quality issues promptly.
- Developed and maintained inspection protocols for various manufacturing processes.
- Trained new inspectors on quality control procedures and equipment usage.
QC Inspector
Southern Tool Inspection
03.2020 - 2025
- Performed detailed measurements with handheld devices and performed visual inspections of line.
- Generated reports with documented findings and recommendations.
- Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
Inspector Helper
Quality NDT Services
02.2016 - 03.2020
- Learned new testing methods through continued education and research.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.
Welder
W.E. Inspection
07.2007 - 05.2016
- Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
Level II Inspector
Workover Equipment
07.2007 - 05.2016
- Filled out and submitted logs and paperwork on-time.
- Identified acceptable components and rejected defective products.
- Rejected products and materials failing to meet expectations.
- Generated detailed reports outlining inspection and testing results.
- Developed and implemented inspection procedures, policies, best practices and competency requirements.
- Performed visual and NDT inspections using established tools to identify defects.
Level 2 Technician
Quality NDT
02.2004 - 07.2007
- Operated and maintained NDT equipment to ensure accurate testing results.
- Conducted inspections of materials and components for quality assurance compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions effectively.
- Documented inspection findings and prepared detailed reports for client review.
Education
Did Not Finish -
O. Comeaux High School
Lafayette, LA03.2001
finished -
Milton Elementary Middle School
Milton, La05.1996
Skills
- Assisted in conducting sampling procedures to support quality assessments
- Operated equipment effectively to facilitate testing processes
- Contributed to non-destructive testing efforts to ensure product integrity
- Performed visual evaluations to identify potential issues
- Followed inspection procedures to maintain compliance with standards
- Supported quality control initiatives to enhance product reliability
- Maintained a friendly and positive attitude to foster team collaboration
Education and Training
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Timeline
Inspector Helper
Peak NDT Solution
09.2025 - Current
Quality Control Inspector
Gulfcoast Machine
03.2024 - 05.2025
QC Inspector
Southern Tool Inspection
03.2020 - 2025
Inspector Helper
Quality NDT Services
02.2016 - 03.2020
Welder
W.E. Inspection
07.2007 - 05.2016
Level II Inspector
Workover Equipment
07.2007 - 05.2016
Level 2 Technician
Quality NDT
02.2004 - 07.2007
finished -
Milton Elementary Middle School
Did Not Finish -
O. Comeaux High School