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Education
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Core Value Award for Performance and Safety
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Paul Almendarez

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Accomplished Quality Inspector and Production Lead with a proven track record at Tendeka, Inc., enhancing product quality and efficiency. Expert in Visual Inspection and fostering team collaboration, I've significantly reduced non-conformance and boosted on-time delivery rates. Skilled in ISO Standards and adept at strategic planning, my leadership has driven continuous improvement and profitability growth.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Inspector

Tendeka, Inc.
03.2019 - 10.2024
  • Performed frequent visual inspections to root out tolerance and compliance issues.
  • Inspected outbound shipments and conducted random sampling of product quality.
  • Implemented corrective actions for non-conforming products, reducing the risk of customer dissatisfaction or returns.
  • Discarded and rejected products, materials and equipment not conforming with specifications.
  • Inspected and packaged products meticulously according to manufacturing specifications.
  • Inspected [Product or service] with accuracy, reporting problems or defects quickly.
  • Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
  • Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.

Production Lead

Tendeka, Inc.
03.2019 - 10.2024
  • Trained new hires on production procedures, ensuring a quick ramp-up time and consistent performance levels across the team.
  • Managed a team of production workers, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Maintained safe work areas by keeping pathways and stations free of hazards and excess waste or materials.
  • Improved production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing effective scheduling techniques.
  • Participated in safety training programs to maintain a thorough understanding of best practices, ensuring full compliance within the team.
  • Communicated clear instructions for general operations and product-specific runs to prevent errors and rework.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records, placing orders for raw materials and supplies as needed to avoid stock shortages or delays in production schedules.
  • Increased overall product quality by closely monitoring production processes and providing constructive feedback.
  • Coordinated effective schedules for production employees.
  • Reduced downtime by proactively identifying potential bottlenecks and addressing them promptly.
  • Worked with supervisor and other team leads to manage and prioritize staffing assignments to meet customer demand and production schedules.
  • Monitored workers on site during production activities for safety procedures compliance.
  • Evaluated manufacturing equipment for safety and functionality with regular inspections and preventative maintenance.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.

Production Foreman

Weatherford International Ltd
04.2010 - 12.2018
  • Mentored new employees, providing them with hands-on training and guidance for successful job performance.
  • Assisted upper management with strategic planning to meet long-term objectives in productivity and profitability growth.
  • Increased on-time delivery rates through effective scheduling, planning, and coordination among departments.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for professional growth opportunities.
  • Organized weekly meetings with team members to review progress, address concerns, and set goals for continued improvement.
  • Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives to identify areas of potential cost savings and process improvements.
  • Developed comprehensive safety procedures for workplace hazard reduction, resulting in fewer accidents and injuries.
  • Boosted team morale by implementing effective communication strategies and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
  • Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
  • Devised and administered cost control initiatives saving $[Amount].
  • Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX
06-2006

Associate of Arts - Graphic Design

Western Texas College
Snyder, TX
06-2004

Skills

  • Product Inspection
  • Visual Inspection
  • Tool use understanding
  • Excellent mathematical skills
  • Dimensional Inspection
  • Quality Assurance
  • First-Article Inspection
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Technical knowledge
  • Materials Testing
  • Calibration Procedures
  • ISO Standards

Accomplishments

  • Consistently met company standard times and individual productivity goals.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Achieved On-Time-Delivery through effectively helping with production.
  • Achieved 0.15 TRIR by completing Monthly Safety Trainings with accuracy and efficiency.

Core Value Award for Performance and Safety

I was award with a Core Value Award for Performance on the shop floor. I helped increase On-Time-Delivery, lowered the rework percentage, and kept a safe working environment. 

I was also awarded with a Core Value Award for Safety. Introducing monthly safety training with different topics while engaging the employees in the meetings with games and interactions. Conducting daily toolbox talks which outlined the hazards of the day for the production at hand.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Timeline

Quality Inspector

Tendeka, Inc.
03.2019 - 10.2024

Production Lead

Tendeka, Inc.
03.2019 - 10.2024

Production Foreman

Weatherford International Ltd
04.2010 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Graphic Design

Stephen F. Austin State University

Associate of Arts - Graphic Design

Western Texas College

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