James Colquiet

JAMES H COLQUIET

Hemet, CA *****

ady23h@r.postjobfree.com

+1-951-***-****

Strategic Direction ꟾ Competitive Analysis ꟾ Operational Oversight A dynamic leader with years of excellence in optimizing daily operations across the assigned territory utilizing the KAIZEN philosophy. Experienced Equipment Operator, Solar Technician, Order Picker, and Warehouse

Management. Expertise in identifying new opportunities and revenue streams. Transformed work culture in complex multi-tiered organizational structure by developing high-performing teams through cross-functional collaboration and training, resulting in maximum productivity. Seeking to lead and strengthen warehouse operation through E2E supervision, high-level strategic decision- making, planning, and augmenting workforce efficiency.

Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

QA/QC, EQUIPMENT OPERATOR/FOREMAN

Tradesmen International Inc. - Various Cities & States in the U.S. February 2018 to March 2023

• QA/QC SUPERVISION : in-depth knowledge of Solar Farm Installation and Electrical practice

• Led and directed crew members to perform maintenance and rigging for crane operators at phosphate companies

• Served as a Site Foreman in Denmark, SC, and Installation Foreman at Apple River, Illinois Pull AC/DC wire to converter and combiner boxes and oversaw the daily distribution of parts and personnel

• Worked as a Forklift Operator for receiving department in Fargo, ND, and unloaded

• Trucks and managed inventory, organized dock, and issues material to production lines transferred with the scanner. QA/QC incoming and outgoing parts using micrometers, calipers,and height gauges for proper dimentions and/or specifications. Also utilized pneumatic tools to make safe and secure packaging of products.

• Completed:

• 2 One Megawatt Solar projects at Apple River

• Ill. And 1 75-Megawatt Solar project at Denmark SC

• 5 Commercial Solar Systems (Rooftops) for Walmart in and around Decatur, Illinois

• 1 in Grand Rapids, MI for Bissell Corporate Headquarters

• 6 Solar Projects

Solar Electrician

360 Industrial Services - Tempe, AZ

June 2021 to June 2022

Operator II

Overland Construction - Clewiston, FL

March 2019 to June 2020

• Operated Skid steer operator to perform digging and hauling to install 350 posts and performed Post Pounding

• Completed a 75-Megawatt Solar Site daily to achieve team goals within assigned timelines

• Performed field safety audits and root cause analysis and provided EHS solutions for field operations QA/QC ALL Solar SITES

HCS Renewables - Georgetown, TX

February 2018 to June 2019

• Conducted SolarQA/QC of 6 projects, under the contract of First Solar Inc. in Tampa Florida

• Operated Skid Steer and Rough Terrain Forklift and guided the wire management crew for smooth execution OF

• QA/QC DUTIES.

• Performed quality assessment and control for the High Voltage setup, demonstrating knowledge of the Next Tracker and Stationary systems

• Utilized measuring and testing tools such as multimeters, micrometers, and calipers to ensure proper specifications.

Eddy Current Level Operator 1 – Seasonal

Maintenance Inspection Services - Lenoir, NC

August 2010 to February 2018

• Visited all nuclear plant sites to perform eddy current on the condenser tubes while effectively handling high-pressure and Sensitive

Monitoring equipment

• Proficiently loaded and unloaded, set up and operated different parts, equipment, and machinery across the building scaffold and confined spaces

• Utilized precision measuring tools such as calipers and micrometers to ensure proper setup.

• Monitored effective use of safety gear to protect crew members from workplace hazards in accordance with PPE policies and procedures.

• All equipment operated by pneumatics.

Stock Manager Picking Department

H.T. Hackney Distribution - Newton, NC

January 2013 to January 2015

• Supervised a team of 5 - 7 order pickers to expedite quality order distribution to hundreds of convenience stores

• Operated Toyota Stand up reach lifts to pick appropriate items to carefully complete the shipping

• Guided crew for safe and damage-free in-house movement of goods, and inventory management Warehouse Manager - 2nd Shift

Von Drehle Corporation - Newton, NC

August 2008 to September 2010

Started in the manufacturing Department as an

Assistant machine operator and production assembly lines. Then promoted to 2nd shift Shipping and receiving. Responsible for Managing all activities in the warehouse Performed random cycle counts to

maintain an accurate inventory for future orders. Unloaded raw materials using scanner. Made data entry when necessary on AS400.

Supervised material handlers .Loaded and recorded outgoing orders to be shipped on first loads out in the morning. QA/QC finished goods as a final check off the manufacturing floor. Owner/Project Manager

H2O Resources - Hickory, NC

February 2000 to August 2008

Saies of Water Purification Systems manufactured by Water Resources International. Sold Systems Inhome. Consulted various failing offices, sometimes even temporarily relocating. My services included: Mending relationships with disgruntled customers, mostly by sending maintenance technicians to service Systems. Hired and Trained sales representatives in the classroom and in the field. Met with owners and managers to plan budgets and performance goals and incentives sales reps and telemarketers. Taught advanced sales techniques hands on, in the field. Managed every project to completion. 2008 forced out of business because of the economical climate.

Sergeant

United States Army Service - Clayton, CA

June 1981 to September 1985

Trained Infantry personel in Various environments of warfare i.e., cold weather warm weather jungle Terrain Urban warfare. Also trained in military tactics and weapons utilization. Education

Bachelor of Business Leadership in Organizational Management Los Angeles Pacific University - Los Angeles, CA

March 2023 to Present

California Correctional Peace Officer Academy - Galt, CA June 1986 to September 1986

College accreditation in California Peace Officer Certification California Correctional Peace Officer Academy - Galt, CA June 1986 to September 1986

High school Diploma in General Studies

Southwest High School - San Diego, CA

September 1979 to June 1981

Skills

• Can-do Attitude

• Strategic Planning and Execution

• Project Management

• Process Improvement

• Warehouse Management

• Inventory Control

• Fulfillment & Distribution

• Risk Assessment & Mitigation

• Supervising & Monitoring

• Freight & Logistics

• Quality Assurance

• Strong Communication

• Relationship Building & Collaboration

• Client Acquisition & Retention

• Referrals Generation & Networking

• Critical Thinking & Analysis

• Team Training & Development

• Time Management &

• Spanish

• English

• Blueprint Reading

• Equipment: Skid Steer and Rough Terrain Forklift, Eddy Current, Chainsaw, Clamp truck, and H2O Resources (Water Purification System)

• Scaffold building

• Rigging

• Landscape Maintenance

• Construction Management

• Carpentry

• Equipment /Automotive Repair & Maintenance

• Handyman / Mechanic experience

• AS400

• MISystems

• RFID

• NEXT

• POS

• QA/QC (10+ years)

• QA/QC

• Kaizen (10+ years)

• High Voltage

• Warehouse Supervisor Experience

• Electrical Experience

• Heavy Equipment Operation

• Loader Operation

• Construction

• Low Voltage

• Manufacturing (5 years)

• Heavy Lifting

• Precision measuring instruments (10+ years)

• Pneumatic tools such as jackhammers,Nail guns,and grinders (3 years) Languages

• Spanish - Intermediate

Links

https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-colquiet-982a10171 Military Service

Branch: US ARMY

Service Country: United States

Rank: Sargeant E6(P)

June 1981 to September 1985

Certifications and Licenses

OSHA 10

January 2018 to Present

Certified to work Safely in hazardous environments OSHA 30

Peace Officer Certification

Skid Steer Loader and Rough Terrain Forklft Licensed June 2021 to June 2024

Move material with medium equipment.

Assessments

Forklift safety — Proficient

December 2022

Best practices and safety hazards in forklift operation Full results: Proficient

Administrative assistant/receptionist — Proficient February 2023

Using basic scheduling and organizational skills in an office setting Full results: Proficient

Warehouse shift leader — Proficient

June 2023

Supervising warehouse staff and maintaining safety and security standards Full results: Proficient

Basic maintenance and repair — Proficient

August 2023

Performing basic repairs and maintenance for apartment complexes, office buildings, and other facilities

Full results: Proficient

Work style: Reliability — Proficient

August 2021

Tendency to be reliable, dependable, and act with integrity at work Full results: Proficient

Warehouse safety — Proficient

December 2022

Using safe practices in a warehouse setting

Full results: Proficient

Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees — Proficient August 2023

Motivating others to achieve objectives and identifying improvements or corrective actions Full results: Proficient

Attention to detail — Proficient

December 2022

Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information

Full results: Proficient

Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.

Additional Information

Administered QA/QC IN ALL LINES OF EMPLOYMENT. ALL WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATES ARE REQUIRED TO ADMINISTER QA/QC BEFORE PRODUCTS ARE RELEASED FOR SHIPPING. ALL SOLAR WERE INSPECTED FOR QUALITY ASSURANCE BEFORE BEING RELEASED TO THE CLIENT. ALL OF MY EMPLOYMENT REQUIRED ME TO ADMINISTER AND PERFORM QUALITY ASSURANCE AND QUALITY CONTROL

As for those whom it may concern in the Residential Solar industry, just as in any solar project, from rooftop, to one megawatt, to 105 megawatt every project has a life of it's own. I have studied Residential Solar and am very comfortable with it. I'm confident whoever I represent will be impressed with the way

I accumulate knowledge and

Updated technology in my professional area.

Manufacturing:

LONGVIEW YARNS: Die tub operator. QA/QC

CORNING INC. : Assistant Machine operator. Material Handler. Hickory Chair Furniture: Sprayer of Laquer, Glaze,Stain Hazardous waste control.

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