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Rafael Torres

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Arizona Grand Resort
Phoenix, AZ
03.2024 - Current
  • Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
  • Followed established safety procedures when operating heavy machinery.
  • Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets and fixtures.
  • Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
  • Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
  • Performed daily maintenance and repair of all hotel guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house facilities.
  • Provided preventative maintenance services on a regular basis according to established schedules.
  • Responded promptly to emergency requests from guests or staff members.
  • Trained other staff members on proper usage of equipment when necessary.
  • Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.

Assembly Line Worker

Subzero
Goodyear, AZ
10.2022 - 03.2023
  • Contributed to team-based environment to maintain line productivity and meet expected deadlines.
  • Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs.
  • Completed accurate assembly work by positioning and aligning components.
  • Recognized defective material and reported issues to management.
  • Inspected finished parts and components to enforce QA standards and uncover defects prior to packaging.
  • Assembled components by examining connections for correct fit, fastening parts and subassemblies.
  • Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to predetermined sequence.
  • Cleared line area of debris to present clean work area for next shift.

Laboratory Technician

Fisher Industrial
Tempe , AZ
07.2022 - 09.2022
  • Collected, labeled and stored lab samples according to laboratory specifications.
  • Supervised cleaning and maintenance of laboratory equipment to prevent errors and breakdowns.
  • Communicated with outside parties and laboratory management regarding test results.
  • Prepared test samples and obtained and recorded test data in accordance with standards.
  • Completed lab tests and communicated results to supervising staff.
  • Performed daily housekeeping tasks driving efficient laboratory operations.
  • Picked and delivered consumables and raw material requests to support lab and manufacturing functions.
  • Maintained database by entering new and updated customer and account information.
  • Upheld quality control policies and procedures to increase customer satisfaction
  • sample and test processed aggregates, asphalt, and/or concrete for quality related characteristics. Travel to work sites within state lines
  • Gathered biological samples for laboratory tests.

Carpenter Laborer

Masthead International
Phoenix, AZ
09.2021 - 07.2022
  • Assisted with workflow coordination and task delegation to meet project needs.
  • Calibrated and serviced tools and equipment to maintain proper functionality and safety.
  • Used hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments to complete daily tasks.
  • Completed sawing, sanding, trimming, routing, cleaning and bonding duties.
  • Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
  • Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
  • Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints to determine best techniques for job.
  • Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
  • Spoke with customers to gain better understanding of scope of project.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
  • Exceeded company productivity standards on consistent basis.

Quality Control Inspector

Smurfit Kappa
Chandler, AZ
04.2018 - 05.2020
  • Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
  • Adhered to safety protocols to minimize equipment damage and avoid injuries.
  • Wrote detailed reports outlining performance, quality and defect rates.
  • Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples.
  • Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution.
  • Reviewed drawings and blueprints to complete inspection at appropriate levels.
  • Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
  • Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
  • Notified supervisors about production problems and helped identify and correct concerns.
  • Documented, filed and maintained proper inspection records and quality assurance documents.
  • Completed thorough inspects of finished products in compliance with established protocols and compared results against production specifications.
  • Completed evaluations by properly using various gauges, tools and equipment.
  • Weighed raw data, reviewed parts history and organized results prior to quality analysis.
  • Input client information into spreadsheets and company database to provide leaders with quick access to essential client data.
  • Proofread and edited documents to correct errors.
  • Conducted quality checks to verify accuracy, integrity and completeness after entry.
  • Organized client contracts, records and reports to strengthen traceability.

Automotive Technician

Midas Automotive
Glendale, AZ
07.2015 - 08.2017
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills in resolving product and consumer complaints.
  • Educated customers on special pricing opportunities and company offerings.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies
  • Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
  • Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
  • Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
  • Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components.
  • Examined and inspected damaged vehicles, estimating repair costs prior to performing service.
  • Inventoried stock, placed orders and verified receipt to keep supplies ready.

Education

Associate Degree in Automotive Technology/ Engineering - Automotive Mechanics

Universal Technical Institute of Arizona
Avondale, AZ
02.2018

High School Diploma -

Humanities And Science High School
Phoenix, AZ
04.2016

Skills

  • Critical Thinking Proficiency
  • Lab Equipment Processes
  • File and RecordKeeping
  • Diagnostic Tests
  • Attention to Detail
  • Quality Control
  • Safety Protocols
  • Workflow Coordination
  • Microsoft Office
  • Service Orientation
  • Decision Making
  • Microsoft Access
  • Safety Training
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Customer Service
  • People Skill
  • osha
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Interpreting Blueprints
  • Problem-Solving
  • Problem Solving
  • Lumber Cutting

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certifications

  • OSHA 10
  • Hazardous materials
  • Safety procedures

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Arizona Grand Resort
03.2024 - Current

Assembly Line Worker

Subzero
10.2022 - 03.2023

Laboratory Technician

Fisher Industrial
07.2022 - 09.2022

Carpenter Laborer

Masthead International
09.2021 - 07.2022

Quality Control Inspector

Smurfit Kappa
04.2018 - 05.2020

Automotive Technician

Midas Automotive
07.2015 - 08.2017

Associate Degree in Automotive Technology/ Engineering - Automotive Mechanics

Universal Technical Institute of Arizona

High School Diploma -

Humanities And Science High School
Rafael Torres