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Victor A. Solorio

Summary

Skilled Production professional adept at setting up, maintaining and operating machining equipment. Excellent knowledge of products, with expertise in machine troubleshooting and product inspection. Well-organized and highly productive with superior teamwork and communication skills. Versed in reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Hardworking Forklift Operator with advanced mechanical aptitude and problem solving skills. Efficient and organized worker possessing strong work ethic and drive to exceed goals. Certified in Forklift operations paired with 9 years of hands-on experience handling warehouse duties. Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to 100 pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Seasoned manufacturing worker adept at operating and maintaining machines alone or with dedicated team. Seek to offer detail-oriented nature and mechanical knowledge to new long-term position. Punctual, dependable and hardworking team player. Efficiently moves supplies, completes runs and sorts final products. Runs, calibrates and repairs presses.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Laser Operator

Superior Duct Fabrication
07.2023 - 12.2023
  • Optimized workflow by effectively organizing raw materials, finished products, and workspaces.
  • Uploaded proper program from machine control and established optimal laser cutting conditions.
  • Maintained an organized inventory of consumables needed for laser operations, reducing order lead times.
  • Reduced material waste through accurate programming of laser cutting parameters for each job order.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by maintaining and operating laser cutting machines with precision.
  • Increased overall product quality by conducting regular machine maintenance and calibration checks.
  • Moved steel plates, laser cut items and scrap metal using safe lifting practices.
  • Understood and executed orders given by laser programmer and senior production staff.
  • Improved accuracy of cuts by interpreting blueprints, sketches, and other design specifications accurately.
  • Complied with plant safety procedures to maintain safe production environment.
  • Set up and operated equipment in work area according to factory standards.
  • Adjusted machine settings to achieve desired results and meet customer specifications.

Welder

American Turn-key
01.2021 - 07.2023
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
  • Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
  • Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
  • Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
  • Collaborated with engineers and designers to create new parts and assemblies.
  • Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
  • Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
  • Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.
  • Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
  • Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
  • Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag, and other materials to ready surfaces for welding.

Water Jet Operator

American Turn-key
04.2018 - 07.2023
  • Updated knowledge of industry trends, attending workshops and training sessions to stay current with best practices in water jet operations.
  • Achieved precise cuts for high-quality products through careful programming of water jet machines.
  • Enhanced productivity with efficient material loading and unloading of the water jet machine.
  • Troubleshot technical issues, performing timely repairs to maintain continuous operation of the water jet machine.
  • Collaborated closely with engineers and designers to understand product requirements before starting cutting processes.
  • Kept accurate records of job specifications, materials used, and maintenance performed on equipment for future reference.
  • Increased water jet cutting efficiency by calibrating and maintaining equipment regularly.
  • Contributed to workplace safety by following proper procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
  • Ensured accuracy of finished products by conducting quality checks throughout the production process.
  • Assisted in minimizing material waste by optimizing cutting patterns and nesting parts strategically.
  • Improved overall project completion time by prioritizing tasks based on deadlines and customer requirements.
  • Maintained a clean work environment, ensuring all debris was removed from the water jet machine after each use for optimal performance.
  • Kept equipment clean, repaired, and lubricated to maximize performance.
  • Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
  • Troubleshot and resolved various issues with machinery, maintaining quality and performance.
  • Used gauges, calipers, and other devices to take measurements and identify problems.
  • Reviewed work orders to determine materials needs, where to make cuts and how to complete high-quality products in line with specifications.
  • Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
  • Moved materials and fixtures such as paperboard rolls, dies and repeats using pallet jacks, hand carts, and forklifts.

Inbound Team Lead

GoPlus
01.2014 - 03.2018
  • Boosted customer satisfaction levels by promptly addressing concerns and providing timely solutions to issues raised.
  • Leveraged data-driven insights to develop strategic plans for improving overall departmental performance and achieving long-term business objectives.
  • Managed a high-performing team of inbound specialists, consistently surpassing performance targets and maintaining low employee turnover rates.
  • Conducted thorough analyses of inbound operations to identify opportunities for process optimization, leading to increased efficiency in handling shipments from multiple sources simultaneously.
  • Nurtured a strong sense of teamwork among staff members, resulting in high levels of employee engagement and collaboration across departments.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by proactively addressing conflicts within the team and fostering open communication among staff members.
  • Established strong relationships with clients and vendors, fostering trust and cultivating long-term partnerships that benefited the company''s bottom line.
  • Balanced competing priorities effectively while maintaining focus on key deliverables, ensuring timely completion of tasks and consistent achievement of operational goals.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.

Education

High School Diploma -

Montclair High School
Montclair, CA
05.2012

Skills

  • Machine Operation
  • Product Packaging
  • Fault diagnosis
  • Production Planning
  • Machine Alignment
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Laser Programming
  • Machine setup and calibration
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Parts and Materials Inspection
  • Decision-Making
  • Blueprints reading
  • Machine and Tooling Cleaning
  • Machine Maintenance
  • Machine setup
  • Quality Inspection
  • Forklift Operation
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Basic Mathematics
  • Job Preparation and Set-up
  • Hydraulic Press
  • Precision measurement
  • Forklift safety
  • Computer Controlled Devices
  • Hoist and Crane Operation
  • Machine programming
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Malfunction Detection
  • Tooling requirements
  • Equipment Repairs
  • Tool Installation and Alignment
  • Laser Cutting and Measuring
  • Schematics Review

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Laser Operator

Superior Duct Fabrication
07.2023 - 12.2023

Welder

American Turn-key
01.2021 - 07.2023

Water Jet Operator

American Turn-key
04.2018 - 07.2023

Inbound Team Lead

GoPlus
01.2014 - 03.2018

High School Diploma -

Montclair High School
Victor A. Solorio