RAMON VAZQUEZ

Rosamond, CA

661-***-**** adyin3@r.postjobfree.com

CAREER SUMMARY

Experienced, Proficient, and knowledgeable Quality Control Inspector with 35 plus years of hands-on experience and skills gained through positions in assembly and inspection of electro-mechanical instruments for aerospace programs, Utility Scale Solar Systems, and sheet metal manufacturing. Detail oriented and meticulous, with excellent written and verbal communication skills used to develop technical reporting; interact with internal and external vendors; executive management staff; and deliver findings and recommendations. Innovative problem solver, with ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced environments, and under time-sensitive conditions. Professional, highly reliable and collaborative team member. AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Photovoltaic Systems

Team Leadership

Procore

Permits/Inspections

Solar Warranty/QA/QC

Q-Pulse Quality Management System

Safety and Compliance Inventory Control Made-2-Manage Manufacturing Planning

Managing Multiple Priorities MS Word and Excel Power Supply and Digital Multi-Meters

Production Manufacturing

ISO-9000

Personnel Supervision

Blueprints

Project Closeout Deliverables

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

RRC Power and Energy LLC /Novel Energy July 2022 to December 2022 Sub-consultant/QA/QC - Overseen the manufacturing of solar trackers to ensure products are manufactured to quality standards, client’s specifications, and project timelines, supporting manufacture’s team through various means.

TRS STAFFING/SOFT BANK ENERGY January 2021 to April 2022 Quality Assurance / Owner Rep.

• Conduct wide range of mechanical and electrical system inspections on project components and structures including, array and motor piers, slew drive assembly, verification of correct torquing of all nut and bolts as well as all torque marking, motor to slew drive, SPC antenna mount, SPC antenna, SPC mount installation, SPC installation, SPC panel installation, SHCS bolts, bearing housing assembly (BHA) pins and collars correct swaging, torque tube to slew drive assembly and torque tube to torque tube installation blind rivet correct swaging.

• BHA module rail and pin installation, damper assembly installation module rail installation, PV module installation, module wiring management. Solar snake tray max. MP Husky cable tray. Affordable wire management system. O&M Building inspection.

• Collect and assimilate comprehensive audit data, including collection of quality-related deliverables from contractors and subcontractors’ construction personnel; develop and submit reporting of defects, locations, and ownership for correction to Solar Systems in a timely manner.

• Organized and accurate records of all quality related issues maintained on project site.

• Validate sub-contractor quality records during hand-off of completed work.

• QA/QC coordinator: overseeing and scheduling the owner’s inspection teams. Training of new inspectors to contract requirements and drawings. maintained the owners close out books as well as conducting field inspections, assigning, and monitoring daily tasks of other inspectors. PEOPLEREADY/FIRST SOLAR ELECTRIC, LLC 2013 to 2020 Quality Assurance / Quality Control and Warranty field Technician.

• Thorough and meticulous facilitator of quality assurance and quality control activities for international solar company; perform inspections on site, to include Quality surveillance activities.

• Effective and professional interface with all levels of construction team, management, construction personnel, sub-contractors, and supplier quality professionals.

• Utilize broad skill set and knowledge to conduct wide range of mechanical and electrical system inspections on project components and structures including, post, bearing assembly, tilt bracket, torque tube, module interface bracket, folding table, trenches, MV underground cabling system, AC/DC feeders, whips, wire harness, jumpers, fiber optic, ground wire, combiners, tracker controller, modules, wire management, gateway, and DAS boxes. meteorological and soil monitoring stations and PCS/PVCS, DCI health checks on wire harness, troubleshooting of low performing modules, replaced damaged and none performing modules.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interface with subcontractors, construction personnel and supplier quality team members to identify and resolve quality issues and review project status and updates.

• Collect and assimilate comprehensive audit data, including collection of quality-related deliverables from contractors and subcontractors’ construction personnel; develop and submit reporting of defects, locations, and ownership for correction to Solar Systems in a timely manner.

• Organized and accurate records of all quality related issues maintained on project site.

• Validate sub-contractor Quality records during hand-off of completed work. Key Q.A. /Q.C. Solar Projects:

• Athos I and II Projects – 649 Megawatts NEXTracker System, CA

• Phoebe Project – 315 Megawatts Tracker System, TX

• Sun Streams Project – 154 Megawatts Tracker System, AZ

• Windhub Project – 40 Megawatts Tracker System, CA

• Rosamond Project – 192 Megawatts Tracker System, CA

• Willow Springs Project – 100 Megawatts Tracker System, CA

• Cal-Flats Project – 280 Megawatts Tracker System, CA

• Isec West project – 150 Megawatts Tracker system, CA

• McCoy project – 250 Megawatts Fixed Tilt System, CA

• Silver State South Project – 250 Megawatts tracker system, NV

• Stateline Project 300 Megawatts Fixed tilt System, CA

• Moapa Project 250 Megawatts Fixed Tilt and Cartridge System, NV

• Desert Sunlight Project 550 Megawatts Fixed Tilt and Cartridge System, CA

• Goose Lake Project 40 Megawatts Tracker System, CA

• Corcoran Irrigation District Project 20 Megawatts Tracker System, CA

• Topaz Project 550 Megawatts Fixed Tilt System, CA.

• AVSR1 Project 250 Megawatts Fixed Tilt and Tracker Systems, CA. SPACEAGECONTROL, INC., Palmdale, CA 1997 to 2013 Quality Assurance/Quality Control/Production Assembly technician.

• Perform in multiple capacities for international company renowned for development of pilot protection devices in support of space-based and high-performance test aircraft programs.

• Perform complex assembly and repair of Air Data sensors utilized by aerospace and defense industries.

• Conduct mechanical inspections on highly complex mechanical parts, and ensure all documentation and reports are complete and accurate.

• Inspect and measure parts for dimensional accuracy, fit, alignment, and functional operation according to blueprints specifications using precision measuring instruments and devices.

• Determine approval or rejection of inspected parts, and record supporting data and disposition infor- mation; test hardness and electrical devices using specialized equipment to determine conformance to establish standards using AC/DC systems.

• Performed installation of electrical wire harness on to electronic equipment.

• Performed harness fabrication and installation onto various electronic sensors.

• Performed continuity and insulation resistance checks.

• Use test equipment to validate system operation and checkout.

• Worked from engineering drawings and read/follow electrical system schematics.

• Skilled in the use of hand tools, crimping tools, insertion and extraction tools, air tools, and some machine tools as well as measuring tools and test instruments.

• Recommend depositions at Material Review Board (MRB) meetings.

• Utilize excellent interpersonal skills to coordinate with departments in ensuring that all materials, paperwork, drawings, and equipment are functioning optimally and available for production.

• Key Contributions:

• Successfully implemented 5S activities, including the development and implementation of multiple preventives and/or corrective actions to non-conformances.

• Credited with design of custom and proprietary electro-mechanical devices in collaborative effort with in-house engineering team.

• Spearheaded development of training plans and work instructions to support new staff in the Production/Assembly Department.

ANDERSON BARROWS METALS CORP., Palmdale, CA 1995 -1997 Quality Control Inspector

• Conducted visual and mechanical inspection of brass and copper plumbing fittings, machined screws, and bolts, filled out inspection reports, inventory reports, and daily production reports.

• Recommended depositions at MRB/Material Review Board meetings; implementation of multiple preventives and/or corrective actions to non-conformances. participated in annual internal audits. COSMOS MINERALS CORP., Camarillo, CA 1987 -1995 Quality Control Inspector

• Inspected work produced for conformance to engineering drawings and procedures. Inspected physical condition of fabrication equipment as final inspection. Conducted a variety of tests such as liquid penetrant. helium leak, halogen, and hydro test. Participated in personnel safety and fabrication protection activities. Participated in training programs as required. Recommended depositions at MRB/Material Review Board meetings.

COSMOS MINERALS CORP., Camarillo, CA 1986 -1987 Sheet Metal Cutter/Fabricator

• Sheet metal fabrication, cutting and forming of titanium, zirconium, tantalum, niobium, alloy, and steel for the fabrication of heat exchangers, tanks, reactors, piping systems, fans, ducts and other components, utilizing various equipment. Set up and operated machines such as shears, brakes, punch press, form roll, and other manufacturing machines.

Certifications

• OSHA Construction Training, 10 Hours

• NFPA 70 E Electrical Safety

• Arc Flash for Employees 1030H

• Confined Space Entry Training

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)

• Dependable, hardworking, efficient, and highly reliable

• Equally effective working alone or as a member of a team

• Excellent attendance, adhere to work schedule

• Handle crisis situations in a calm and capable manner

• Learn new systems quickly, following policies

• Poised and professional, dedicated to helping others

• Work well in demanding and stressful situations

• Ability to operate power/hand tools

• Good oral and written communication

• Good working attitude towards meeting scheduled deadlines and working under pressure

• Ability to multitask with attention to detail

• Able to work independently with minimum or no supervision

• Detail Oriented

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment using various inspection tools and methods

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