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Ramon Silva

Corona,CA

Summary

Experienced Quality Control Inspector skilled at in process inspections, assessments and reporting on quality issues. Accomplished at helping adjacent teams improve production goals through quality control enhancements. Works well with production teams on correcting negative trends and driving improvements.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Inspector

SpaceX
02.2022 - Current
  • Performed frequent visual inspections to root out tolerance and compliance issues.
  • 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.

Lead Quality Inspector

Kobelco Compressors America INC.
02.2016 - 07.2022
  • Improved product quality by conducting thorough welding inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Championed a culture of quality awareness among all 2nd shift inspectors.
  • Streamlined inspection processes, increasing productivity and reduced turnaround times for customers.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to resolve quality issues in a timely manner.
  • Mentored junior inspectors, providing guidance on best practices and proper inspection techniques.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all inspections, ensuring traceability and accountability for the quality department.

Junior Welder

Pro Circuit Racing
06.2015 - 01.2016
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Sub Arc Welding techniques.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools.

Education

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Riverside City College
Riverside, CA
09.2011

Skills

  • Product Inspection
  • Visual Inspection
  • Tool use understanding
  • Dimensional Inspection
  • Quality Assurance
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Technical knowledge
  • Non-Destructive Testing
  • Process Improvement
  • Non-conformance reporting
  • Production experience
  • Safety Procedures

Certification

  • Certified Welding Inspector for Kobelco Compressors America

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Quality Inspector

SpaceX
02.2022 - Current

Lead Quality Inspector

Kobelco Compressors America INC.
02.2016 - 07.2022

Junior Welder

Pro Circuit Racing
06.2015 - 01.2016

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Riverside City College
Ramon Silva