Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Romeo Cortez

Round Rock,TX

Summary

Dedicated professional with extensive experience manufacturing. Proven expertise in metal finishing and quality control, enhancing surface quality and achieving production targets. Strong collaborator with a solid work ethic, consistently delivering high-quality results and training new team members on safety and operational excellence.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Buffer

Ultra Clean Technology
07.2024 - Current
  • Smoothed target surfaces and used tape or paper to protect nearby areas.
  • Reduced production downtime through proactive maintenance tasks and equipment inspections.
  • Checked color and texture of all final surfaces.
  • Achieved production targets by keeping close eye on materials flow and recalibrating settings to resolve issues.
  • Repaired and maintained equipment, objects or parts using hand tools.
  • Ground, sanded or polished objects or parts to correct defects or to prepare surfaces for further finishing using hand tools and power tools.
  • Conducted capacity planning exercises to determine optimal staffing levels based on current demand forecasts.

Sandblaster

Highpoint Powder Coating
07.2022 - 07.2024
  • Maintained abrasive blasting equipment and performed minor repairs.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper sandblasting procedures, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and company policies.
  • Enhanced surface quality by skillfully operating sandblasting equipment on various materials.
  • Ensured optimal equipment performance with regular maintenance, cleaning, and timely repairs.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality results in timely manner on all assigned projects.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects, streamlining processes for increased productivity.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hendrickson High School
Pflugerville, TX
05.2019

Skills

  • Cleaning skills
  • Preparing surfaces
  • Metal finishing
  • Quality controls
  • Coating preparation
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Strong work ethic

Accomplishments

Successfully learned other roles in hydro testing, and grinder stations, along with buffing, my lead position currently, in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Developed strong expertise in pressure testing components to ensure quality and safety standards, while maintaining compliance with company protocols and regulatory requirements. Took initiative in learning grinder operation, contributing to consistent surface finishes and dimensional accuracy. Oversaw and executed precision buffing, ensuring high-quality product aesthetics and functionality. Known for a leadership, mentoring team members, streamlining workflow, and consistently meeting production goals with a strong emphasis on safety, efficiency, and product excellence.

Timeline

Buffer

Ultra Clean Technology
07.2024 - Current

Sandblaster

Highpoint Powder Coating
07.2022 - 07.2024

High School Diploma -

Hendrickson High School
Romeo Cortez