Rodolfo Cruz
Patchogue,NY
Summary
Dedicated Powder Coat Supervisor with over 20 years of experience in overseeing powder coating operations. Skilled in employee training, quality control, and operational efficiency, contributing to significant cost savings and enhanced workflow processes.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Powder Coat Supervisor
Read Manufacturing
Holbrook, NY
02.2003 - Current
- Supervised daily operations in powder coating processes to ensure quality and consistency.
- Trained and mentored team members on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced production efficiency and reduced waste.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for powder coating machinery to minimize downtime.
- Analyzed and adjusted production schedules as necessary to accommodate fluctuations in demand or other unforeseen factors affecting workflow efficiency.
- Optimized powder coat application techniques, leading to reduced material waste and cost savings for the company.
- Prepared parts for coating and followed all procedures regarding powder coating application.
- Checked parts to verify attachment of correct identification.
- Identified issues with paint viscosity and flow before projects were negatively affected.
- Verified production workflow, quality parts and delivery met required timeframes.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Reviewed documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
- Oversaw loading and unloading of packages in warehouse.
- Built relationships with customers and managed accounts to drive revenue and profit.
Lead Equipment Cleaning Tech
Topiderm
5200 Horizon Blvd Amityville NY
03.1995 - 05.2003
- Led team in maintaining cleanliness and sanitation standards across facilities.
- Implemented efficient cleaning protocols to enhance operational workflows.
- Trained new staff on safety procedures and equipment usage.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Adhered to safety guidelines when using hazardous materials, ensuring a secure work environment for all staff members.
- Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
- Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
- Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Santiago Christian Academy
Santiago Dominican RepublicSkills
- Surface preparation
- Quality control management
- Health and safety compliance
- Employee training
- Color matching
- Production scheduling
- Coating application techniques
- Powder coating expertise
- Visual inspections
- Sand blasting
- Equipment Repair
- Equipment maintenance
- Determination of paint flow
- Safety and compliance
- Wet paint spraying
- Coating equipment operation
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Forklift operation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Powder Coat Supervisor
Read Manufacturing
02.2003 - Current
Lead Equipment Cleaning Tech
Topiderm
03.1995 - 05.2003
High School Diploma -
Santiago Christian Academy