Alejandro Pasos
San Ysidro,CA
Summary
Skilled CNC Machinist with background in operating and maintaining CNC machines for precision manufacturing. Demonstrated ability to interpret blueprints, ensure quality control, and adhere to safety protocols. Possess key strengths in problem-solving, team collaboration, and process improvements that enhance efficiency and productivity within fast-paced environments. Notable impact made by reducing machine downtime through preventive maintenance and troubleshooting in previous roles.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CNC Machinist
Rock West Composites
San Diego, CA
11.2019 - Current
- highlight skills in operating machinery, reading blueprints, and working with composite materials.
- 3-axis, 4-axis, 5-axis milling machines experience.
- Setting up machines, selecting tools, touching off tools, changing tools, fixture and workpiece setup
- Set up and operated CNC HAAS and FADAL milling machines: in accordance with blueprints and templates
- Proficient in operating and setting up 5-Axis DMS Fagor and 3-Axis Northwood Fanuc machine.
- Experienced CNC operator with over 3 years of experience setting up and operating MULTICAM machines. Proven ability to program, operate, and maintain CNC equipment to deliver high-quality products while adhering to strict quality control guidelines and safety procedures.
- Expertise with materials like fiberglass, Kevlar, aluminum and carbon fiber.
- Reading blueprints, checking materials, setting up machines, and calibrating controls (speed, angle, coolant flow)
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications for machining processes.
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision parts for composite applications.
- Monitored production processes to maintain quality standards and specifications.
- Set up tools and fixtures for various CNC operations efficiently.
- Replace cutting tools according to job requirements; inspect tool condition regularly for wear and damage.
- Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces.
- Adjusted offsets daily based on work orders and changing production needs.
- Set up and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, milling, turning and grinding.
- Set up, adjusted and operated basic or specialized machine tools to perform precision machining operations.
- Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
CNC Machine Operator
Providence Venture Inc.
San Diego, CA
05.2017 - 11.2019
- Monitored machine performance and adjusted settings as necessary.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency and safety protocols.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, adjusted machine controls as necessary during the run cycle.
- Performed minor maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating machines.
- Controlled machine operations to complete precise, high-quality work.
Machine Operator
VCSD Inc.
El Cajon, California
03.2013 - 05.2017
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Adjusted machine settings based on production requirements and specifications.
- Carry out regular safety checks on machinery prior to operation.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
Education
San Ysidro Adult School
San Diego, CASkills
- CNC machining
- Quality control
- Tool setup and adjustment
- Blueprint reading
- Mathematics application
- Problem solving
- Tolerance analysis
- Multi-axis machining
- Precision measurement
- CNC mill operation
- Deburring operations
- First-article inspection
- Tool selection
- Machine setup
- Measurement tools
- Precision machining
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Team collaboration
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
CNC Machinist
Rock West Composites
11.2019 - Current
CNC Machine Operator
Providence Venture Inc.
05.2017 - 11.2019
Machine Operator
VCSD Inc.
03.2013 - 05.2017
San Ysidro Adult School