Aiden Benes
Oregon City,OR
Summary
A hardworking and reliable focused on going above and beyond to support the team and serve people in need. Trained in social skills and a great work ethic offering top-notch abilities. Motivated to continue to learn and grow as a social professional. Willing to relocate to: Portland, OR - Gladstone, OR - Beaverton, OR
Mechanical Engineering Technician with experience in operating 3, 4, CNC milling machines for precision blade manufacturing. Responsibilities included utilizing gauges and calipers for tolerance verification, performing quality inspections, and executing finishing processes to ensure product integrity. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while adhering to CNC safety protocols and maintaining high standards of quality control. Proficient in mechanical blueprint interpretation and CAD software, contributing to process improvements in machining operations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Behaviors therapist
Benchmade Knife Company
Oregon City, OR
06.2022 - Current
- Operated CNC mills for precision knife component machining at Benchmade Knife Company.
- This position entails operating on 3, 4, and 5-axis machine milling the profile of the blade and using gauges and calipers to determine the blades are within tolerance.
- Interpreted blueprints and setup sheets to align machining processes with cutlery part specifications.
- Loaded raw materials and secured fixtures for production runs, streamlining preparation process.
Finish(rad pol, stamp)
Benchmade Knife Company
Oregon City, OR
06.2022 - Current
- In finishing what I would do is rad pol which is cleaning the radius of the tang of the blade on a belt sander and making sure to keep all the lines in one motion and any defects would need to be scrapped on site. Executed stamping process for handle assembly was for handles and it was when we would stamp bushings into our handles for assembly to be able to put the blade handles together.
- Proposed innovative ideas and solutions that improved team collaboration and effectiveness.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve goals and resolve issues related to products and services.
Liner cell
Benchmade Knife Company
Oregon City, OR
06.2022 - Current
- Liner surface entails cleaning up the burrs of the liners that we put into our blades. Applied attention to detail and shop math to achieve liner thickness within a thousandth of an inch for varying specifications. Performed liner straightening and vibration cleaning to enhance surface quality and readiness for production. Vibes are used to clean off the liners through and water cleaning solution; it is usually a process and we do when we are running liner surface at the same time.
- Inspected liner fit and alignment during Benchmade knife production.
- Handled small parts to ensure precision in assembly for Benchmade knife assembly with careful attention.
Drill tap
Benchmade Knife Company
Oregon City, OR
06.2022 - Current
- Operated drill tap to clear screw holes on liners, utilizing both manual methods and HAS machine for efficiency.
- Fulfilled routine responsibilities to support team objectives and workflow. accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve goals and resolve product and service issues.
CNC Laser Operator
Benchmade Knife Company
Oregon City, OR
06.2022 - Current
- Operated CNC laser equipment for Benchmade knife component production
- Operated laser bay to cut metal sheets into hundreds of blades based on blade SKU, utilizing gauges to verify thumb holes and overall blade integrity. Laser has multiple steps throughout the operation including cutting the sheet of the desired blade sku, then grinding the sheet with a grinder, then putting the job together with the required paperwork. Monitored details of blades and ensured quality of laser cuts to maintain high production standards.
- Loaded raw materials into laser machines for processing
- Loaded raw material and removed finished parts from laser machines
Cnc surface grinder
Benchmade Knife Company
Oregon City, OR
06.2022 - Current
- Operated machinery while effectively communicating with team members and adapting to changing tasks. Being a person of great interest in learning more than what your job entails.
- Ground knife blades to tight tolerances for Benchmade production standards.
- Inspected finished surfaces for flatness, burrs, and cosmetic defects.
- Operated machinery while effectively communicating with team members and adapting to changing tasks. Engaged in learning opportunities to expand job knowledge and skills.
Bevel
Benchmade
Oregon City, OR
06.2021 - Current
- Operated cnc machine to bevel lines on blades, ensuring precise shapes for subsequent operations while maintaining high concentration for quality output.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Cnc hook cell
Benchmade
, Oregon
06.2021 - Current
- Operated an automated robot for serrating and cleaning hooks, ensuring optimal equipment performance.
- Executed daily tasks with precision in a fast-paced environment.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Material. Handler
Team Electric Company
Clackamas, OR
09.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with skilled coworkers to enhance understanding of workplace dynamics.
- Loaded, unloaded, and staged electrical materials for Team Electric Company crews, ensuring timely availability for projects.
- Verified conduit, wire, fixtures, and tools against packing slips to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Gained valuable insights from skilled coworkers, enhancing my understanding of workplace dynamics.
Behavior Technician
Centria Autism
Oregon City, OR
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Created customized sessions based on client needs and fostered relationships to address specific challenges.
- Supported skill-building activities based on behavior intervention plans.
- Collected behavior data during sessions using Centria Autism treatment procedures.
- Worked with parents and children with mental and physical disabilities. Communicated with parents to develop individualized plans that empowered children to achieve greater independence. I would create sessions and would also use the skills I was taught to develop a relationship with the client and then use what I learn from the client to create a session out of it to work on something they struggled with. Some of the useful ways that helped me be great at my job was patience and having great communication with the clients parents and my superiors.
DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Albertina Kerr
Portland, OR
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Managed challenging situations in high-behavior home, earning certifications through training at Albertina Kerr.
- Facilitated daily living activities for individuals with developmental disabilities at Albertina Kerr, promoting independence and well-being.
- Provided personal care, hygiene, and dressing assistance in home settings, ensuring comfort and dignity for residents.
- Gained experience in a high-behavior home, managing challenging situations and earning certifications through training at Albertina Kerr.
Material Handler
Team Electric Company
Clackamas, OR
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Received, inspected, and stocked electrical materials for Team Electric Company jobs
- Organized warehouse shelves and labeled parts to facilitate easy retrieval.
- Created organized shelf layouts to facilitate efficient inventory management. and labeled parts for easy retrieval
Material Handler
West Side Electric Company
Portland, OR
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Loaded and unloaded electrical materials for Team Electric Company job sites.
- Loaded and unloaded electrical materials at various job sites to ensure timely project completion. electrical materials for Team Electric Company job sites.
- Stored wire, conduit, and parts in organized warehouse locations.
- Provided an opportunity for skill enhancement. Gained valuable skills by navigating various challenges. Enhanced listening and social skills through customer interactions.
CNC Machinist lvl 3
Education
High School Diploma -
Oregon City High School
Oregon City, ORPersonal Information
- Driving License: Driver's License
- Availability: Willing to relocate to: Portland, OR - Gladstone, OR - Beaverton, OR
- Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Certification
Driver's License, First Aid Certification, CPR Certification, Forklift Certification
Languages
- English
- Expert
Additional information
Forklift and Gradall certified
Timeline
Behaviors therapist
Benchmade Knife Company
06.2022 - Current
Finish(rad pol, stamp)
Benchmade Knife Company
06.2022 - Current
Liner cell
Benchmade Knife Company
06.2022 - Current
Drill tap
Benchmade Knife Company
06.2022 - Current
CNC Laser Operator
Benchmade Knife Company
06.2022 - Current
Cnc surface grinder
Benchmade Knife Company
06.2022 - Current
Behavior Technician
Centria Autism
08.2021 - 03.2022
Bevel
Benchmade
06.2021 - Current
Cnc hook cell
Benchmade
06.2021 - Current
DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Albertina Kerr
06.2020 - 05.2021
Material. Handler
Team Electric Company
09.2019 - Current
Material Handler
Team Electric Company
09.2019 - 06.2020
Material Handler
West Side Electric Company
08.2017 - 06.2018
CNC Machinist lvl 3
High School Diploma -
Oregon City High School