Kim Pongos
New Plymouth,TKI
Summary
Skilled in operating and setting up coating, painting, and spraying machinery for various industrial applications. Possess deep understanding of surface preparation, paint mixing, application techniques, and equipment maintenance to ensure high-quality finishes. Strong ability to troubleshoot machinery issues, optimize workflow efficiency, and adhere to safety standards. Contributed to reducing operational downtime and improving finish quality in previous roles through proactive machine maintenance and process improvements.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Blaster Spray Painter
SRG GLOBAL NZ
161 Corbett Road Bell Block New Plymouth, Taranaki
04.2023 - Current
Blaster Spray Painter
ALtrad Services Singapore Pte Ltd.
60 JOO KOON CIRCLE, Singapore
01.2022 - 07.2022
Blaster Spray Painter
CBI Philippines Inc.
Simlong, Batangas City
11.2019 - 06.2020
Blaster Spray Painter
JGC Philippines Inc.
Tabangao Ambulong, Batangas City
10.2016 - 03.2019
- Monitored equipment to verify proper paint flow, viscosity and coating quality.
- Cleaned and maintained all tools, materials and work areas in a safe manner.
- Adjusted nozzles, pressure levels, flow rates and spraying angles to achieve desired results.
- Prepared surfaces by removing imperfections, applying rust-resistant undercoats and sealing seams.
- Repaired damaged surfaces by sanding, filing and grinding prior to painting them again.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Performed series of surface preparation techniques to maximize paint durability.
- Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
- Assisted other team members with tasks such as masking off areas before beginning a new job.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed at all times while operating equipment.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by removing dirt, rust and grease with abrasive blasting equipment.
- Sprayed multiple layers of paint on product surfaces using hand-held airless spray guns.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
- Handled and disposed of hazardous waste carefully to minimize harm to personnel or environmental habitats.
- Filled hoppers and reservoirs with coating and painting materials according to project specifications.
- Reported daily job updates to supervisors, including whether workers had completed tasks on time.
- Mixed paints and solutions and monitored consistencies.
- Adhered strictly to established company policies regarding health and safety protocols while performing duties.
- Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Monitored environmental conditions such as humidity levels, temperature and ventilation in order to ensure optimal conditions for painting operations.
- Set up protective covers over areas not intended for painting in order to avoid contamination from overspray.
- Used chemicals and solvents to clean equipment after paint applications.
- Performed regular maintenance on all painting equipment including changing filters and lubricating moving parts.
- Removed dried paint films from surfaces using chemical solvents or sandblasting techniques.
- Notified supervisors when supplies were running low so that orders could be placed in a timely manner.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Applied primer coats or sealers with spray guns or brushes.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
Basic Occupational Safety And Health
Salus Consultancy Services
Kumintang Ibaba Batangas City Philippines10-2018
Occupational Safety And Health
Salus Consultancy Services
Kumintang Ibaba, Batangas City Philippines10-2018
Blasting And Painting
Bagmet Skills Training Center Inc.
Libjo, Batangas City Philippines09-2016
High School Diploma -
Sto. Nino National High School
Sto. Nino Batangas City Philippines03-2012
Skills
- Surface preparation
- Paint application
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Detail orientation
- Task prioritization
- Communication skills
- Quality assurance
- Environmental conditions monitoring
- Pressure pot systems
- Hand tool proficiency
- Safety regulations compliance
- Nozzle selection expertise
- Protective coating application
- Industrial painting standards
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Dry film thickness measurement
- Wet film thickness measurement
- Spray painting techniques
- Masking and taping techniques
- Blast cleaning methods
- Solvent cleaning methods
- Airless spray equipment
- Respiratory protection usage
- Personal protective equipment
- Two-component paint systems
- Clean driving record
- Computer literate
Affiliations
Fishing, SInging, Jogging, Basketball, Billiard
Languages
English
Professional
Accomplishments
Best RESET moment
Positive Attitude
Certification
Certified Blaster Painter
Timeline
Blaster Spray Painter
SRG GLOBAL NZ
04.2023 - Current
Blaster Spray Painter
ALtrad Services Singapore Pte Ltd.
01.2022 - 07.2022
Blaster Spray Painter
CBI Philippines Inc.
11.2019 - 06.2020
Blaster Spray Painter
JGC Philippines Inc.
10.2016 - 03.2019
Basic Occupational Safety And Health
Salus Consultancy Services
Occupational Safety And Health
Salus Consultancy Services
Blasting And Painting
Bagmet Skills Training Center Inc.
High School Diploma -
Sto. Nino National High School
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