Ulysses Lopez
Ukiah,CA
Summary
Adept Senior Powder Coater with a proven track record at Custom Coatings Of Ukiah, enhancing project efficiency and quality through expert color matching and adaptability. Spearheaded a team to reduce material waste, significantly boosting productivity. Skilled in both technical and collaborative aspects, ensuring top-notch finishes and customer satisfaction without exceeding budget constraints.
I'm a bilingual individual knowledgeable, hardworking, organized very dependable in managing priorities with a positive attitude. Willing to face and take on added tasks and responsibilities to better the team and achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Powder Coater
Custom Coatings Of Ukiah
03.2007 - Current
- Safely operated industrial powder coating ovens to cure products.
- Inspected products closely to verify complete coating was achieved on over hundreds of projects and parts.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper powder coating techniques, contributing to a skilled workforce.
- Established effective communication channels between departments, facilitating smooth project transitions from one stage of production to the next.
- Reduced material waste through precise powder measurement and careful application procedures.
- Contributed to cost savings by identifying opportunities for improvement in the powder coating process.
- Ensured consistent color matching for clients'' specifications by utilizing accurate mixing and testing methods.
- Improved overall workflow by coordinating with team members to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Enhanced powder coating quality by implementing efficient preparation and application techniques.
- Managed inventory of powder coating materials, ensuring adequate supplies were available for all projects.
- Adhered strictly to environmental regulations concerning disposal of waste materials, maintaining company compliance and reducing potential fines or penalties.
- Boosted customer satisfaction with high-quality finishes by closely adhering to industry standards and best practices.
- Verified production workflow, quality parts and delivery met required timeframes.
- Provided operational manager with daily status repots on all open, in progress and completed work orders.
- Performed regular/preventative maintenance on equipment to reduce downtime to maintain productivity and efficiency.
Energy Specialist and NGAT Inspector
PG&E
02.2013 - 12.2013
- Assisted in securing grants and incentives for clients pursuing energy-efficient upgrades or installations.
- Promoted culture of sustainability through employee engagement initiatives focused on reducing waste and conserving resources.
- Managed successful completion of various projects within budget constraints and tight timelines.
- Strengthened relationships with key stakeholders through effective communication and project management skills.
- Provided expert guidance on regulatory compliance requirements related to energy consumption.
Education
Ukiah High School
Ukiah, CASkills
- Color Matching Abilities
- Spray painting
- Adaptability to Change
- Visual Inspection
- Surface preparation techniques
- Coating Thickness Measurement
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Record Keeping Abilities
- Quality Control
- Equipment Maintenance
- Quality control measures
- Protective coatings
- Process Measurements
- Powder coating
- Project Specifications
- Batch oven operation
- Powder application expertise
- Electrostatic spray gun usage
- Maintenance of Equipment
- Blueprint Reading Capabilities
- Proper Masking Procedures
- Product curing
- Pre-treatment chemical knowledge
- Coating Defect Identification
- Efficient cleaning methods
- Visual inspections
- Sand blasting
- Safety protocols and oversight
- Quality Control Standards
- Inventory Control
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Equipment Repair
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Operation Monitoring
- Lean manufacturing principles
- Hand tool use
- Safety Procedures
- Equipment Operation
- Hazardous waste management
- Defect Correction
- Hazardous waste disposal
- Equipment Preparation
- Forklift, Hand and Power tools operation
- Surface Preparation
- Paint mixing
- Spray Gun Operation
- Color Matching
- Sealant Application
- Decorative Finishes
- Lockout/Tagout Procedures
- Calibrating and resetting equipment/machines
- Using and reading tape measures and calipers
- Loading and off loading pallets with forklift
- Energy Incentive Programs
Timeline
Energy Specialist and NGAT Inspector
PG&E
02.2013 - 12.2013
Senior Powder Coater
Custom Coatings Of Ukiah
03.2007 - Current
Ukiah High School
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