Shawn Uribe
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Perceptive manufacturing professional with expertise in surface treatment and assembly production leadership roles as well as Quality Assurance and NDT Inspections. Well-trained in engineering and warehouse procedures and safety protocols. Successfully works long hours in challenging environments, excelling in order to complete tasks to meet project goals or business expectations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
LEAD NDT INSPECTOR
GE Vernova
08.2024 - Current
- Participate in leading internal audits, production meetings, kaizen events, Gemba walks with global team to support Continuous Improvement
- Oversee and Manage Quality team Final NDT Inspection, Coordinate with project managers to ensure that all inspection meet project deadlines without compromising quality or safety standards.
- Review and Maintain all training documentation in our QMS system for all inspectors as well as special equipment within the facility are in calibration software system.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations assisting in addressing underlying issues and preventing future failures.
- Responsible for following up on all non-conforming reports from inspectors are in accordance with GE standard and resolved in a timely matter.
- Collaborated with engineering team to identify potential areas of concern on all quality NCN components and manufacturing processes..
- Train quality team on how to use NCN, QMS system, C.O.C, Field work reports, metrology instruments to perform tolerance inspections that include but not limited to NDT, Faro Arm, CMM inspection, ect..
- Analyzed and interpreted data, schematics and manuals to determine specifications, inspection and testing procedures, adjustments and certifications of instruments required.
- Assisted customers in understanding complex technical information related to inspection findings, ensuring informed decision-making on necessary corrective actions.
- Maintained exceptional safety records through adherence to proper protocols during all NDT activities.
- Coach quality team how to understand complex product drawings, manuals, specifications, and other customer / company requirements
QUALITY NDT TECHNICIAN
GE Vernova
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Perform in process and final quality control inspections on wind turbine gearboxes, main shafts, sub-assemblies, components and others Utilizing advanced inspection techniques (CMM programing, airflow, faro arm, etc...)
- Produce and maintain documentation for inspections performed
- Responsible for creating non-conforming reports in accordance with GE Renewable Energy’s Services control of Non-conforming Materials procedures
- Assist in development of Quality procedures and Manufacturing Instructions to eliminate quality defects and support continuous improvement processes
- Ability to use metrology instruments to perform tolerance inspections that include but not limited to Faro Arm, CMM, Borescope, micrometers, rulers, gages, etc
- Responsible for NDT inspection of components including VT, PT, MT and documentation of all findings
- Work in different areas throughout shop wherever quality support is needed
- Participate in internal audit activities
- Operate full - scale equipment such as: CMMs, profilometers, and CT scanners
- Maintain calibration of gauges
- Work from complex product drawings, manuals, specifications, and other customer / company requirements
- Perform first article, in-process and final part inspection
- Support Continuous Improvement activities and methods
- (ie
- RCCA, supplier quality control)
PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN
GE Vernova
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Support team objectives and remain focused on safety, quality, and timely execution
- Work within product schedule requirements
- Provide oversight on contractors as needed
- Participate in pre-work meetings to discuss lift plans, LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out), schedule, hazards, and work requirements
- Dis-assembly, repair and re-assembly of large wind turbine components
- Troubleshoot and repair complicated mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical problems on variable pitch / variable speed turbine components
- Help in all areas of work preparation (coordination of labor and materials) with minimal supervision
- Document all work performed using computer-based service reporting procedures
- Communicate work status to management and engineering
PRODUCTION COATING FOREMAN
GRI Towers Texas
04.2020 - 03.2022
- Kept accurate and detailed records of blasters and painters progress and productivity
- Notified Quality Inspectors for controlling conformity of the product after blasting, metalizing and painting operation
- Ensured surface treatment area fulfills customer’s specification
- Attended to customers audits
- Measured and improved processes to meet organization goals at surface treatment area
- Communicated and escalated with peers and principles
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement
- Monitored daily and weekly key performance indicators to maintain on-track status
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases
- Leaded shift changes
- Coordinated with maintenance equipment stoppages for preventive maintenance
- Participated of5S implementation in surface treatment area
- Reported unsafe acts and conditions
- Monitored SAP notification from every operator
PRODUCTION ASSEMBLY FOREMAN
GRI Towers Texas
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Trained assemblers on blueprints and provided adequate knowledge about Mechanical and Electrical Assembly processes
- Worked directly with QA personnel to identify and correct defects
- Checked wind tower parts and reported deficiencies
- Conducted auto control inspections on finished towers and identified issues
- Inspected and tested components, assemblies and power tools for proper functionality
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans
- Assigned and oversaw daily production schedules to11 employees
- Planned employee rules and shift timings
- Reported machine and equipment malfunctions
- Kept accurate and detailed records of assembler progress and productivity
- Reviewed and assessed ongoing operations, developing initiatives for continuous process improvement
- Filed all documentation correctly and efficiently
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production and shipping
- Coordinated schedules, reviewed work performance and payroll for staff
- Ensured SAP operation are scanned by every assembler
- Reported unsafe acts and conditions
- Participated of5s implementation in assembly area
PRODUCTION ASSEMBLER
GRI Towers Texas
02.2017 - 07.2017
- Reviewed project specifications and drawings prior to assembling complex components to better understand assignments and expected deadlines
- Recorded production on log sheets with SAP
- Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements
- Took on additional job duties during unexpected backlog, resulting in meeting project target date
- Reviewed component quality to assess conformance with tolerances and remove unacceptable products
- Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety
- Instructed junior team members on protocols and procedures of each station to maximize contributions
- Operated bridge-crane and forklift safely to reduce workplace accidents
- Avoided unnecessary downtime in the process ensuring daily targets and productivity was achieved
Education
High School Diploma -
Atlantic Southeastern Academy
Miami, FLCertificate - NDT Level 2, VT , PT , MT
GE Vernova
Skills
- Liquid penetrant testing
- Visual inspection
- Magnetic particle testing
- NDT equipment calibration
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Detail Oriented
- Effective communication
- Team Oversight
- Blueprints and Schematics
- Safety policies and procedures
- Critical Thinking
- Training and Development
- Manage Task prioritization
- Quality Manufacturing Process Controls
- Analytical thinking
- Team building
- Procedure interpretation
- Self-Motivated
Accomplishments
- Achieved multiple production target by completing deadline with safety, accuracy and efficiency.
Timeline
LEAD NDT INSPECTOR
GE Vernova
08.2024 - Current
QUALITY NDT TECHNICIAN
GE Vernova
06.2022 - 08.2024
PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN
GE Vernova
03.2022 - 06.2022
PRODUCTION COATING FOREMAN
GRI Towers Texas
04.2020 - 03.2022
PRODUCTION ASSEMBLY FOREMAN
GRI Towers Texas
08.2017 - 03.2020
PRODUCTION ASSEMBLER
GRI Towers Texas
02.2017 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Atlantic Southeastern Academy
Certificate - NDT Level 2, VT , PT , MT
GE Vernova
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