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Alex Stathos

Veradale

Summary

Long time machinist with extensive experience at Plug Power, with CNC programming and part fabricating experience. Proven ability to enhance equipment reliability through effective maintenance and troubleshooting. Adept at collaborating with engineering teams to resolve design challenges, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Committed to producing high-quality precision components.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Machinist

Plug Power
02.2014 - 10.2025
  • Operated CNC and manual machines to produce precision components for fuel cell systems.
  • Interpreted technical drawings and schematics to ensure accurate production specifications.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on machinery, enhancing equipment reliability and performance.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot production as well as prototype issues and implement solutions.
  • Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
  • Programmed Haas vertical milling machine using Solid Works/ BobCam software.
  • Provided machining support for multiple Plug Power locations.

Machinist

Relion
02.2003 - 01.2014


  • Fabricated prototypes, production fixtures as well as test fixtures used for fuel cells.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address potential design issues which provided valuable feedback from a machinist's perspective.
  • Programmed various computer numerically controlled tools to accurately produce parts according to specifications using Pro-Engineer software.
  • Created solid part models using Solid Works.
  • Handled preventive maintenance and minor repairs on all machine shop tools and equipment.

Machine Operator Technician

Avista Labs
02.2000 - 01.2003
  • Operated Haas 3 Axis vertical milling machine, manual mills and lathe.
  • Electromechanical assembly of prototype and production parts used in fuel cell industry.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hillsdale High
San Mateo

Solid Works Training
Post Falls, ID

BobCam Training
Spokane, WA

Skills

  • CAD/CAM Software
  • Manual Milling
  • Equipment Repair
  • Fixture Design
  • Tooling & Fixtures
  • Machine Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting
  • CNC Machine Operation
  • Machine Setup
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Computer Numerical Control Programming

Certification

Solid Works Certificate

Forklift Operator Certificate

Interests

Kayaking

Fishing

Classic Car Restoration

Timeline

Machinist

Plug Power
02.2014 - 10.2025

Machinist

Relion
02.2003 - 01.2014

Machine Operator Technician

Avista Labs
02.2000 - 01.2003

High School Diploma -

Hillsdale High

Solid Works Training

BobCam Training

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