Richard Figueroa
NACE Inspector
Whittier,CA
I can’t understand why people are frightened of new ideas. I’m frightened of the old ones.
John Cage
Summary
Organized and dependable. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate with strong organizational skills. Experienced foreman and coating inspector with over 7 years of experience in industrial sandblasting and coating. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges in various refineries, power plants and water treatment facilities. Willing to work all shifts, number of hours, holidays and weekends to ensure projects meet necessary deadlines.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
NACE Certified Coating Inspector/Foreman
Capital Industrial Coatings
09.2021 - Current
- Performed abrasive blasting, coating application, troubleshooting and maintenance activities.
- Identified defects, supervised corrective actions and completed additional tests.
- Generated and submitted detailed reports to company leadership to help drive enhancements.
- Led various industrial blasting and coating projects.
- Inspected surface preparation, cleanliness to ensure all are within project specifications.
- Detailed readings throughout production processes to monitor ambient temperatures.
- Operated various blasting and coating heavy equipment and assorted power and hand tools.
- Communicated and collaborated with peers and project coordinators, facility operators and third party inspectors.
- Used various inspection, instruments, gauges and equipment to complete accurate reports and noted results for official records.
- Examined coating application for defects or issues, reported problems quickly and maintained high levels of accuracy.
Foreman
Simpson Sandblasting & Special Coatings
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Maintained zero site accidents and lost work days.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Performed various methods of inspection to ensure top quality being achieved.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.
- Abrasive blast and coat water tanks and various projects in water treatment facilities.
Foreman
Commerce Coating Services
01.2019 - 05.2021
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Completed final walkthroughs at job sites to close out projects.
- Checked paint quality, prepared mixes and monitored coverage.
- Inspected completed work for adherence to very strict guidelines and highest quality standards.
- Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Operated blasting and coating equipment on daily basis.
- Performed abrasive blasting on various projects within oil refineries and storage facilities.
- Thoroughly inspected prepared surface to ensure its within coating manufacturers guidelines.
Industrial Sand Blaster
Arena Painting Contractors
02.2016 - 01.2019
- Maintained abrasive blasting equipment and performed minor repairs.
- Set up portable sandblasters and maintained clean and safe work zone.
- Masked, grit blasted or chemically rinsed surfaces to prepare for sandblasting.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns and paint rollers.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, hand tools, power tools and abrasive blasting techniques.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Selected proper amount and type of thinners and accelerant to be used for specific jobs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Skills
- Inspection Instrument field Calibration
- Accurate Measurements
- Reading Comprehension
- Continuous Improvement
- Inspection and Testing Reports
- Equipment Function Testing
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Specifications Conformance
- Detailed Analysis
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control Requirements
- Abrasive blasting
- Coating application
- Overseeing industrial coating projects
- Lead abatement
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
NACE Certified Coating Inspector/Foreman - Capital Industrial Coatings
09.2021 - Current
Foreman - Simpson Sandblasting & Special Coatings
05.2021 - 09.2021
Foreman - Commerce Coating Services
01.2019 - 05.2021
Industrial Sand Blaster - Arena Painting Contractors
02.2016 - 01.2019
Norwalk High School - High School Diploma,
API Tank Entry Supervisor - ,
Lead Abatement Supervisor - ,
NACE 2 Coating Inspector - ,
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