Billy Guerra
Etowah
Summary
Detail-oriented Patcher with proven expertise in operating hand tools and adhering to safety protocols. Committed to maintaining high-quality standards and contributing to clean, safe work environments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Patcher
MasterCraft
Vonore
06.2026 - Current
- Operated hand tools to repair and patch surfaces efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain clean and safe work areas.
- Assisted in preparing materials for various patching tasks as needed.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
Patcher
HCB
Madisonville
06.2025 - 06.2026
- Operated hand tools to repair and patch surfaces efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain clean and safe work areas.
- Assisted in preparing materials for various patching tasks as needed.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
PI, Assembly, Holecut
Yamaha
Vonore
04.2019 - 06.2025
- Use hand tool to cut, drill, prepare surfaces.
- Operated assembly line machinery for efficient product assembly.
- Operated hand tools to repair and patch surfaces efficiently.
Quality Liaison, Quality Inspector, G-P 12 Team L.
Gestamp
Chattanooga
05.2011 - 04.2019
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure quality standards were met.
- Conducted regular audits to assess compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated communication between departments to resolve quality concerns promptly.
- Monitored and reported on quality trends using industry-standard tools and systems.
- Led root cause analysis sessions to address recurring quality problems effectively.
- Provided input into new product introduction programs regarding testing requirements and validation protocols.
- Identified opportunities for continuous improvement within the Quality Assurance Department.
- Provided technical guidance on product development projects, ensuring that requirements were met or exceeded.
Mnanger
Waffle House
Athens
05.2010 - 05.2011
- Led team meetings to align project goals and resolve operational issues.
- Developed training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
MIG Welder
Johnson Controls
Athens
10.1993 - 05.2010
- Fabricated metal components using MIG welding processes and techniques.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
Education
GED -
Clovis High School
Clovis, NM02-1992
Skills
- TSA Auditor/ISO
- Excel
- MS
- Paxit
- Cut n Etch
- Ultra Sound/ Level 1
- SAP
- Outlook
- Data Analysis Process
- Critical thinking
- Report writing
- Issue resolution
Timeline
Patcher
MasterCraft
06.2026 - Current
Patcher
HCB
06.2025 - 06.2026
PI, Assembly, Holecut
Yamaha
04.2019 - 06.2025
Quality Liaison, Quality Inspector, G-P 12 Team L.
Gestamp
05.2011 - 04.2019
Mnanger
Waffle House
05.2010 - 05.2011
MIG Welder
Johnson Controls
10.1993 - 05.2010
GED -
Clovis High School