Richard Salazar
Jamestown
Summary
Results-driven Senior Quality Manager with extensive experience in quality assurance, ISO 9001 certification, and internal audits. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement effective quality control procedures.
Overview
53
53
years of professional experience
Work History
Security /Senior Quality Manager
Givens Incorporated
Chesapeake
09.1993 - 09.2025
- Developed and implemented quality control standards and procedures.
- Led cross-functional teams to identify and resolve quality issues.
- Managed quality assurance processes across Givens Incorporated's product lines.
- Conducted internal audits of manufacturing processes to ensure adherence to quality system requirements.
- Facilitated continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.
- Monitored production processes, identified issues, and implemented corrective actions to minimize customer complaints.
- Trained staff in quality management systems and best practices.
- Provided technical support for external auditors during annual ISO 9001 certification audits.
- Developed and maintained quality documentation, including quality manuals, procedures, and records.
- Developed and updated security procedures, security system drawings and related documentation.
- Investigated potential security vulnerabilities within the system architecture.
- Trained staff on proper security protocols and procedures.
- Provided recommendations for improving existing security measures.
- Investigated security incidents, including employee misconduct.
- Investigated security breaches, incidents, and suspicious activities.
- Ensured effectiveness of physical and security technology programs, CCTV, access control, security lighting, gate systems and incident management systems.
- Monitored security cameras to detect suspicious activity.
Main Propulsion Assistant
United States Navy, USN
Virginia Beach
04.1987 - 01.1995
- Operated propulsion systems for naval vessels during training and operational missions.
- Operated machinery related to the propulsion system such as pumps, turbines and compressors.
- Monitored propulsion system performance and identified any irregularities or malfunctions.
- Conducted safety inspections on propulsion systems in compliance with Navy regulations.
- Trained junior personnel on propulsion system operations and maintenance protocols.
- Assisted in the inspection, maintenance and repair of propulsion systems components.
- Documented daily logs of engine room operations detailing fuel consumption, temperatures, pressures and other readings from gauges.
- Conducted preventive maintenance activities for air compressors and turbine generators.
- Ensured compliance with government regulations related to shipboard operations.
Supervisor
United States Navy, USN
San Diego
04.1972 - 04.1987
- Managed team of XX employees, ensuring high productivity and quality standards were met.
- Supervised daily operations of diverse teams in naval environments.
- Led performance evaluations and provided feedback to team members.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Trained new employees on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
- Implemented standard operating procedures for maintenance and repair tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pacific High School
San Bernardino, CA06-1971
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Quality control standards
- Internal audits
- ISO 9001 certification
- Process optimization
- Security management
- Risk assessment
Timeline
Security /Senior Quality Manager
Givens Incorporated
09.1993 - 09.2025
Main Propulsion Assistant
United States Navy, USN
04.1987 - 01.1995
Supervisor
United States Navy, USN
04.1972 - 04.1987
High School Diploma -
Pacific High School