Paul Pacana
Parkesburg,PA
Summary
Accomplished Quality Assurance Inspector with a proven track record at Cleavland Cliffs, enhancing product quality by 30% through expert application of ISO standards and non-destructive testing. Skilled in geometric dimensioning and fostering team collaboration, I excel in driving significant improvements in manufacturing processes and mentorship. Skilled Quality Control Inspector focused on performing appropriate and useful analysis of products and component materials in order to drive quality improvements in manufacturing environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Cleavland Cliffs
08.2022 - Current
- Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Completed precise measurements using special tools.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Trained and mentored junior inspection staff and interns to apply best practices and comply with quality control guidelines and regulations.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss progress and results, providing ideas and suggestions for improvement.
- Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
- Completed and processed paperwork and reports outlining proper and improper operations.
- Informed management of concerns with production operations.
Laborer
Dutchland Concrete
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Observed site safety rules to maximize protections for team members and equipment.
- Used measuring tools such as gauges and tape measure to identify conforming parts during production.
- Identified and reported hazards on job sites to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
Fabrication Welder
Electro Mechanical Systems
08.2018 - 03.2022
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Checked cut length frequently for deviations in cut length specs.
- Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
- Documented welding on specified work order.
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Communicated with supervisors and engineers to verify quality of finished work met specifications.
- Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
- Provided input into selection of welding supplies, negotiating best deals to make welding process efficient and cost-effective.
- Used cutting torches to shape and cut metal for fabrication projects.
- Tested strength and quality of welds using tension, bend and penetration tests.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.
- Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
- Finished welding and fabrication projects using grinders.
- Developed and implemented methods to increase efficiency in welding and fabrication.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Welder
Case New Holland
08.2011 - 08.2018
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Inspected pieces for defects, measured, and checked with straightedges or templates for compliance with specifications.
- Prepared for assembly by positioning, aligning and securing parts using tools such as jigs and vises.
- Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.
- Welded various connections with high-quality final results.
- Selected and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
- Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
- Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
- Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues.
- Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
- Replaced faulty parts and components in soldering process.
Education
High School Diploma -
Octorara Area High School
Atglen, PAAutomotive Diagnostics
Automotive Training Center
Exton08.2005
Skills
- Geometric dimensioning
- Product Inspection
- Quality Management Systems
- ISO standards knowledge
- Non-Destructive Testing
- Technical knowledge
- OSHA Compliance
- Recordkeeping
- Non-conformance reporting
- Inspection documentation
- Issue Escalation
- Compliance Enforcement
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Equipment Calibration
- Audit Coordination
- Specifications reading
- Visual inspections
- Inspections and reviews
- Blueprint Reading
- Production experience
- Training and mentorship
- Production expertise
- Blueprint understanding
- Color Matching
- Defect Identification
- ISO Standards
- Measurement techniques
- Inspection protocols
- Inspection procedures
- Schematic understanding
- Visual Inspection
- Production methods
- Quality Management
- Quality processes
- Test equipment operation
- Process evaluation
- Safety Procedures and Protocols
Timeline
Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Cleavland Cliffs
08.2022 - Current
Laborer
Dutchland Concrete
03.2022 - 08.2022
Fabrication Welder
Electro Mechanical Systems
08.2018 - 03.2022
Welder
Case New Holland
08.2011 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Octorara Area High School
Automotive Diagnostics
Automotive Training Center
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