Quality Assurance Inspector

NOEL MELENDEZ, JR.

**** ******** **** *******, ** 23518 757-***-**** ****@******************.*** QUALITY ASSURANCE INSPECTOR

Highly motivated Quality Assurance (QA) Coating Inspector with a proven track record in project management and a dedication to exceptional coatings. Skilled in overseeing all aspects of QA, leveraging in-depth equipment knowledge for abrasive sand blasting, high performance coating applications, and meticulous inspections. Possesses exceptional attention to detail, observing and recording surface preparation and coating to adhere to stringent specifications and procedures. Effectively communicates with all parties, including the customer, to guarantee the highest quality work and unwavering customer satisfaction. Proven success in delivering top-quality results on projects encompassing QP5 fuel tanks, commercial structures, industrial facilities, and marine vessels. AREA OF EXPERTISE TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS

Test & Inspections Project Planning Certified Lead-Based Training

Cost Estimates & Analysis Team Building AMPP NACE CIP Level 2

OSHA Compliance Confined Spaces NIC & EPA Certified Coating Application Specialist (CAS) Certified

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PLATINUM PAINTING, LLC Norfolk, VA 2008 - Present

Quality Assurance Inspector

Provide leadership and direction within independent preservation company operating out of East Coast Repair and Fabrication Shipyard, serving as the primary driving force behind growth and new business development.

Conduct and oversee all critical and non-critical pre-blast, surface preparation, and coating inspections to ensure the highest level of quality.

Review and manage all documentation associated with inspections. GE PLATINUM PAINTING, LLC for POND & COMPANY Schenectady, NY 2023 - 2024 Coating Inspector

Quality control, testing, and inspections for the DTE stator

Ensuring quality and performance of proper cleaning, coatings, adhesion, and compatibility.

Monitoring the coating application process, verifying correct procedures and environmental conditions.

Daily documentation of inspection findings, test results, and any deviations from specifications.

Help prevent costly failures and confirm projects meet safety and performance standards. FEO inc. Virginia Beach, VA 2017 - 2022

QP5 Coating Inspector

Observe and report the surface preparation and coating process of the contractor applying the coating system.

Recording daily inspection of work site, ambient conditions, and equipment.

Verifying the storage of coating materials meet manufacture’s recommendations.

Perform or witness all the required testing in accordance with ASTM standards and to the client’s specifications.

QP5 Level III Coating Inspector for Tank, Pipeline and Fuel Stations.

Perform extensive testing per specifications and record all findings. Witness all coasting applications, blush testing, film readings and detection inspections.

G1 MECHANICAL Portsmouth, VA 2012 - 2014

Quality Assurance Inspector

Led and managed Third Party Quality Assurance inspection team for Huntington Ingalls Newport News Shipyard on the USS Gerald Ford.

Provided detailed critical and non-critical coating inspections and thoroughly reviewed associated records and additional documentation.

Conducted comprehensive audits of all required paperwork associated with inspections, such as the E4749, ensuring work was completed accurately and in a timely manner.

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