Aaron Mendoza
Greenbelt,MD
Summary
Experienced CNC Specialist with 6 years in machining, fabrication, and industrial operations. Proficient in CNC mill/lathe operation, setup and CAM programming, press brake and laser operations, and CAD/CAM software usage (Fusion 360, Lantek Expert, Solidworks). Passionate about hands-on problem-solving, with personal projects including 3D printing and CNC machine conversions. AS in Machine Tool Technology and CTE Certification in Machining and Manufacturing. Dedicated to fostering innovation and growth in fabrication environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNC Machine Operator
Forgent - PWR Q
Hanover, Maryland
07.2025 - Current
- Operate CNC equipment
- Nest parts using various CAM software
- Follow prints to produce parts within spec
- Developed custom Production Tracking web app software for accurate part/job/data tracking
- Use CAM/CAD software to edit and correct parts as needed
- Software used: Lantek Pro 2018, Solidworks, Amada ABE Software, Metalix Autonest
- Machines used: Boschert CU Punch Machine, Ermaksan Hawk and Gforce lasers, Amada EML 2515 AJ with ASR 3015N TK tower
- Hours per week: 42
Contract Fabricator
Self Employed - Uniquely DC
Gaithersburg, Maryland
04.2025 - 07.2025
- Use CNC Router to fabricate wooden structures and various cosmetic designs (acrylic, foam board, glass etching) for Event Displays
- Collaborate with clients and other staff on designs for events
- Suggest creative modifications and alternative solutions to design problems to ensure manufacturability of displays
- Assist in quoting jobs and sourcing materials
- Assist in setup and teardown of events
- Software used: VCarve Pro, Fusion 360, CorelDraw
- (April to May) Consult remotely on design problems and shop logistics
- Machines used: table saw, handsaw, miter saw, power drill, other various woodworking tools, CNC Router, HP Vinyl printer
- Hours per week: 40
CNC Specialist
Sturdy Safe
Fresno, CA
01.2021 - 05.2025
- Setup and operation of press brake machinery
- Read part prints to cut, bend, and fabricate parts as specified
- Draft prints for in-house products
- Create welding and bending fixtures on laser for production parts
- Reverse-engineer legacy safe parts, using various measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, radius tooling, height gauges, etc.) and CAM/CAD software
- Industrial laser programming (nesting), setup, operation, and standard maintenance
- Modify/design in-house safe parts and customer parts for sister company (Sturdy Products), plus other companies using CAD/CAM software
- Create and maintain inventory lists of current stock
- Create and assist in adjusting inventory and shipping procedures
- Basic graphic design experience used to create plaques, decals, logos, signs, artwork, etc. for cosmetic additions to safes and signs for clients
- Use Fusion 360 and Lantek PRO CAD/CAM software on a daily basis
- Operate Fork Lifts on a daily basis
- Design, program, and fabricate tooling, tool holding, and fixtures on CNC Mill and CNC Lathe. Experience with Renishaw probe on CNC Mill.
- Press brake machinery used: DURMA AD-R models 30220, 30174, and 1260. Betenbender 10-500T. Cincinnati ED#817224
- Laser machinery used: DURMA HD-FL 4020
- CNC Mill used: HAAS TM 2P
- CNC Lathe used: HAAS TL 2
- Hours per week: 40
Machinist
SERPA Packaging Solutions
Visalia, CA
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Setup and operation of CNC Milling machines
- Reading part prints and machining parts as specified
- Basic coding and alteration of G & M programs as needed
- Layout, drilling, and tapping parts
- Occasional operation of manual mills
- General cleaning and maintenance of machines
- CNC Equipment used: Fadal, HAAS
- Hours per week: 40
ASP Paraeducator and Lead Theater Director
Community Youth Ministries
Reedley, CA
12.2015 - 03.2019
- Established Theater Program within the After School Program, then directed The Wizard of Oz, Mulan, and Lion King Jr. and designed/constructed sets for productions
- Create lesson plans in accordance with California State Standards
- Responsible for the safety and well-being of children ages 5-10 years old
- Collaborate with fellow employees for events
- Resolve conflicts/issues among students
- Hours per week: 25
Theater Manager
Reedley River City Theater Co
Reedley, CA
12.2015 - 12.2017
- Assign daily tasks to Staff Members
- Set construction and design
- General maintenance and cleaning of all areas within the Reedley Opera House
- Customer service and ticket sales
- Bartending and other sales
- Food prep and service
- Stage light operation during performances as needed
- Hours per week: 35
Education
Associate of Science - Machine Tool Technology
Reedley College
Reedley, CA05.2025
Certification in Machining and Manufacturing -
Reedley College
Reedley, CA06.2019
Certification in Paraeducator -
City of Reedley
Reedley, CA03.2015
High school diploma -
Reedley High School
Reedley, CA05.2013
Skills
- Manufacturing
- Basic Welding
- Blueprint Reading
- CAM Programming
- CNC Programming
- Teaching
- 3D Printing
- Micrometer
- Calipers
- Drafting
- Machining
- Forklift
- Computer skills
- CNC Mill and Lathe
- Press Brake Machine
- Inventory management
- CAD/CAM design
- Facilities Maintenance
Certification
MD Driver's License, 07/2025-07/2033
Timeline
CNC Machine Operator
Forgent - PWR Q
07.2025 - Current
Contract Fabricator
Self Employed - Uniquely DC
04.2025 - 07.2025
CNC Specialist
Sturdy Safe
01.2021 - 05.2025
Machinist
SERPA Packaging Solutions
03.2019 - 03.2020
ASP Paraeducator and Lead Theater Director
Community Youth Ministries
12.2015 - 03.2019
Theater Manager
Reedley River City Theater Co
12.2015 - 12.2017
Associate of Science - Machine Tool Technology
Reedley College
Certification in Machining and Manufacturing -
Reedley College
Certification in Paraeducator -
City of Reedley
High school diploma -
Reedley High School