Job Search Status
Open to workDesired start date: 2 weeks notice
Open To Work
Brooke Arvin
Loogootee
Work Preference
Summary
Detail-oriented spray equipment operator with proven expertise in quality inspection and chemical mixing. Maintains high safety standards while training new hires in effective spraying techniques. Demonstrated ability to enhance operational efficiency through meticulous attention to detail.
Work History
Contract Sprayer
Loughmiller Machine and Tool
Loogootee
02.2025 - Current
- Operated spray equipment to apply high-quality coatings on diverse materials, ensuring adherence to project specifications.
- Followed safety procedures while handling chemicals and tools.
- Maintained and cleaned spraying equipment after use.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow.
- Inspected finished products for quality and consistency.
- Assisted in inventory management of spray materials and supplies.
- Provided training on proper use of spraying equipment to new hires.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding environmental protection practices.
- Adjusted nozzles and pressure levels during applications.
- Checked weather conditions prior to each application in order to ensure safety standards were met.
- Mixed chemicals per manufacturer specifications, ensuring compliance with safety protocols for optimal application results.
- Applied paint and industrial coatings to fabricated metal products.
- Sanded and buffed surfaces to prepare for primer, paint and decorative finishes.
- Disposed of hazardous waste and chemicals according to established methods.
- Measured painting parameters to ensure adherence to OEM specifications.
- Cleaned and serviced machinery to maintain operational efficiency, using appropriate fluids and tools for reliable performance.
Color Sprayer
Indiana Furniture Inc
Jasper
10.2023 - 02.2025
- Operated spraying equipment to apply finishes on wood furniture products.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of spraying area to support efficient production operations.
- Ensured proper mixing and application of paint and stain materials.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production schedules and quality standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on spray guns and equipment for optimal performance.
- Trained new employees on proper spraying techniques and safety protocols to enhance team readiness.
- Adhered to safety guidelines while handling hazardous materials in the workspace.
- Provided training on proper use of spraying equipment to new hires.
- Adjusted nozzles, pressure levels, and other settings during applications.
- Disposed of hazardous waste and chemicals according to established methods.
- Reported equipment malfunctions and issues to supervisor.
Quality Inspector
Jasper Group
Orleans
10.2021 - 10.2023
- Inspected products for quality and compliance with specifications.
- Conducted visual and functional tests on finished goods.
- Recorded inspection results in quality management system.
- Collaborated with production team to resolve quality issues, enhancing product compliance.
- Performed audits of processes to ensure adherence to standards.
- Trained new inspectors on quality protocols and procedures.
- Communicated findings to management for corrective actions.
- Performed visual inspections of components for surface defects such as scratches, dents, burrs.
- Recommended corrective actions, reducing product defect rate and improving overall quality.
- Reviewed and inspected products for conformance to established standards, specifications and customer requirements.
- Collaborated with other departments on improvement projects related to quality assurance initiatives.
- Verified incoming material was properly labeled, identified and stored according to specified requirements.
- Inspected and repaired products to meet project expectations.
- Provided technical support to production staff regarding quality issues.
- Participated in continuous improvement projects, contributing to enhanced product quality standards.
- Handled, measured, and mixed chemicals following prescribed methods and testing requirements.
- Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bedford North Lawrence High School
Bedford, IN06-2003
Skills
- Spray equipment operation
- Paint mixing techniques
- Chemical mixing
- Surface preparation
- Quality inspection
- Hazardous waste disposal
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory management
- Weather condition awareness
- Blueprint interpretation
- Color matching
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability
- Effective communication
- Adaptability to conditions
Timeline
Contract Sprayer
Loughmiller Machine and Tool
02.2025 - Current
Color Sprayer
Indiana Furniture Inc
10.2023 - 02.2025
Quality Inspector
Jasper Group
10.2021 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Bedford North Lawrence High School