CARINA ARELLANO
Caterpillar
Sanford
7
years of professional experience
High-performing quality auditor with extensive experience on Caterpillar fabrications quality management systems and policies. Skilled in fabrications weld inspection and defect management. Committed to driving a zero-defect policy through process improvement and thorough part inspection.
Work History
Quality Technician 2
5 Months- Conducted quality inspections at quality gates to ensure compliance with standards.
- Implemented CPS principles of 5S, reported continuous improvement ideas, eliminated waste, and maintained standard work practices.
- Documents measurements, testing and root cause analysis.
- Performs overall quality inspection at quality gates.
- Recorded measurements, testing results, and performed root cause analysis to identify and address quality issues.
- Collaborated with various departments to ensure task completion.
Product Auditor
4 Years 6 Months- Inspected fabrication structures and undercarriage using standard work, checklists, and provided gauges/templates to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Inspect welds to ensure compliance as outlined by engineering.
- Recorded and tracked defects for structures and undercarriage using defect management system (ATRS) to facilitate effective resolution.
- Utilized PINPoint software for tracking product status and location during production processes. for product tracking and movement.
- Trained new employees on quality inspection and defect tracking systems to enhance team competency and adherence to quality protocols.
- Utilize and follow 5S principles and continuous improvement ideology.
Quality Team Lead
8 Months- Led team of quality auditors to enhance compliance and quality assurance processes.
- Interpret engineering prints to ensure compliance per engineering specifications.
- Trained and developed employees in job skills, problem solving, and cross-training to improve team capabilities.
- Supported defect investigations for robotic and manual welding to identify root causes and implement corrective actions.
- Utilize G2 and other systems to manage non-conforming material.
- Utilize Microsoft Excel, Word and other software to draft reports and findings while performing part inspections.
Product Assembler
2 Years 3 Months- Use industrial power tools and machinery to assemble and move components.
- Followed standard work and documented procedures for assembly of components.
- Operated hoists and other lifting equipment safely.
- Collaborated with cross-functional team to achieve defect-free assembly of components.
- Utilize PINPoint to complete work as specified in work instructions.
- Trained new employees on assembly techniques and tooling usage. on product assembly and use of tooling.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Diploma - High School Diploma
Skills
Quality Assurance
Weld Inspection
CMM Measurement
Defect Entry
PINPoint/ATRS
Robotics
Print Reading/GD&T
3D/2D modeling
Industrial Machinery/Tooling
Caterpillar Systems
Microsoft Word/Excel/PPT/etc.
Problem Solving
Root Cause Analysis
Time Management
CMM Measurement
Timeline
Quality Technician 2
Caterpillar
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
Quality Team Lead
Caterpillar
03.2024 - 11.2024Read More
Product Auditor
Caterpillar
11.2021 - 05.2026Read More
Product Assembler
Caterpillar
08.2019 - 11.2021Read More
Southern Lee High School
Diploma from High School Diploma
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Central Carolina Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Mechanical Engineering Technology
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