Richard Rodriguez
Denver,CO
Summary
Experienced Quality Control Inspector skilled at inspections, assessments and reporting on quality issues. Accomplished at helping companies dramatically improve production through quality control enhancements. Works well with production teams on correcting negative trends and driving improvements. Well-qualified Quality Control Inspector proficient in documentation, reporting and compliance standards. Meticulous and methodical professional with a deep understanding of manufacturing and production operations. Bringing 17 years of related experience. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level QC CWI position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
EnerMech Mechanical Services
10.2023 - Current
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation of inspection results.
- Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
- Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
Field Quality Inspector
Capra
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Performed frequent visual inspections to root out tolerance and compliance issues.
- Discarded and rejected products, materials and equipment not conforming with specifications.
- Recorded inspection and test data such as weights, temperatures, grades and quantities inspected and graded.
- Utilized gauges, tools and equipment to complete in-depth assessments.
- Participated in cross-functional teams to develop process improvements, leading to increased product quality and efficiency.
- Worked with specific production team members to rectify production issues and maintain high-quality final products.
- Performed preliminary, in progress, hidden damage and final product inspections.
Journeyman Pipefitter
WorleyParsons
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Fabricated, assembled, installed and maintained piping systems.
- Ensured safe work environments by strictly adhering to industry safety standards and procedures.
- Completed complex projects on time through efficient time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Performed essential maintenance tasks on pipe systems to extend their life span and reduce risk of failure.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Established strong working relationships with colleagues across trades for better collaboration during multi-disciplinary projects.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling piping systems.
- Improved project efficiency by skillfully reading and interpreting blueprints, plans, and specifications.
- Connected piping systems to water heaters, boilers, pumps and auxillary equipment to complete installations.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
Quality Control Manager
Starcon International
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Spearheaded root cause analysis investigations when needed, determining underlying issues and recommending appropriate fixes.
- Participated in regular management review meetings, providing updates on quality control performance and suggesting areas for improvement.
- Improved customer satisfaction with thorough final product inspections and adherence to strict quality control guidelines.
- Updated quality control standards, methods, and procedures to meet compliance requirements.
- Conducted regular audits of production facilities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures and standardized testing protocols.
- Used Excel to produce reports regarding daily production quality, nonconformance of products or processes and quality trends.
Welding Inspector
Wanzek
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted in development of comprehensive welder training programs to improve skill levels across team consistently.
- Expedited issue resolution with prompt reporting of non-conforming items to relevant parties for corrective action implementation.
- Maintained current knowledge of asme b31.1 and b31.3 codes.
- Supported engineering teams by providing input on material selection, joint design, and welding procedures.
- Conducted visual inspections of welded joints using various tools such as magnifying glasses, mirrors, or borescopes for accurate assessments.
- Increased overall productivity by monitoring welding processes, personnel performance, and resource allocation.
- Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining organized records of completed welds, tests performed, and any resulting nonconformities.
- Ensured safety compliance with regular audits of equipment and work areas.
- Improved welding quality by conducting thorough inspections and recommending corrective actions.
- Tested welders for understanding of code and proficiency in different environments.
- Maintained accurate inspection records for future reference and quality control purposes.
- Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
- Updated quality control records and reports.
QC Manager
Phoenix Industrial
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Oversaw department of 6 by supervising daily operations, providing technical support and coordinating personnel.
- Kept equipment operating and in good condition by performing quality checks and calling in for repairs when needed.
- Developed and analyzed quality control processes and deliverables to determine present standards and establish recommended action plans.
- Documented inspection results by completing logs.
- Collaborated with development teams, internal customers, and product line management to verify delivery of desired quality requirements to distributors.
- Conducted audit inspections and independent checks to verify parts and materials.
- Oversaw corrective action plans for non-conforming products, ensuring timely resolution of issues to minimize impact on customers.
- Kept weld log updated.
- Kept record of all NDE reports and updated logs.
- In charge of requesting all NDE orders.
- Witness Pneumatic and Hydro testing
Education
GED -
West High School
Denver, CO03.2000
Skills
- Quality Control
- Visual inspections
- Defect Identification
- Inspection documentation
- Inspection procedures
- Safety Procedures
- Recordkeeping
- Reporting and analysis
- Non-conformance reporting
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Blueprint understanding
- OSHA Compliance
Certification
- CWI Certification #21031231
- NCCER Certified Plus Journeyman Pipefitter
- OSHA10
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector
EnerMech Mechanical Services
10.2023 - Current
Field Quality Inspector
Capra
06.2023 - 10.2023
Journeyman Pipefitter
WorleyParsons
04.2023 - 05.2023
Quality Control Manager
Starcon International
08.2022 - 02.2023
Welding Inspector
Wanzek
03.2022 - 08.2022
QC Manager
Phoenix Industrial
09.2020 - 03.2022
GED -
West High School
- CWI Certification #21031231
- NCCER Certified Plus Journeyman Pipefitter
- OSHA10
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