Benny Nieves
Santa Clarita,CA
Summary
Former Army veteran who takes pride in efficient completion of tasks. Skilled in time management, and preventative maintenance, ensuring smooth operations on every turn of tasks. Excel in communication, adaptability, and problem-solving, bringing value to any team by navigating challenges with calmness and professionalism.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driver
GrubHub
Santa Clarita, California
02.2021 - 04.2025
- Operated standard warehouse equipment to assist with loading and unloading of deliveries.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Monitored road conditions during trips to determine if any adjustments need to be made due to weather or traffic delays.
- Performed activities on time while maintaining regular attendance and punctuality to support scheduling and work coverage.
- Managed time effectively to meet tight delivery deadlines.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch and customers to provide status updates.
Machinist
Precision Castparts Corp.
North Hollywood, California
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
- Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines and tap burners to safely produce projects.
- Kept accurate records regarding production numbers and any repairs performed on machinery.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
- Set up, adjusted and operated basic or specialized machine tools to perform precision machining operations.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols.
- Maintained quality and safety standards; kept records of maintenance and repair work.
- Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining processes.
- Selected appropriate speeds and feeds according to metal type and finish specifications.
MIG Welder /Production Machine Operator
Chatsworth Products
Chatsworth, California
02.2017 - 03.2020
- Melted and applied solder along adjoining edges of workpieces to solder joints.
- Connected and turned regulator valves to activate and adjust gas flow and pressure and obtain desired flames.
- Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
- Cleaned workpieces prior to welding using wire brushes, grinders or chemical solutions.
- Used correct tools, materials, and attachments for the specific job.
- Worked collaboratively with other team members to complete complex projects efficiently within deadlines.
- Completed welds in flat, horizontal, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Set up and operated MIG welding machines according to established safety procedures.
- Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Measured workpieces with straightedges or templates to conform with specifications.
- Examined welds to check bead size and other specifications.
- Maintained a clean workspace throughout the day.
- Maintained daily logs of production numbers and weld data as necessary.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
John Jay High School
Brooklyn, NY06-1982
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
New York Institute of Technology
Old Westbury, NYSkills
- Vehicle operation
- Road safety
- Equipment maintenance
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Maintenance and repair
- Professionalism
- Relationship building
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Bilingual or multilingual
- Reliability
- Physical stamina
- Self motivation
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Teamwork
Certification
MIG welding certification since 2020
Timeline
Driver
GrubHub
02.2021 - 04.2025
Machinist
Precision Castparts Corp.
03.2020 - 06.2020
MIG Welder /Production Machine Operator
Chatsworth Products
02.2017 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
John Jay High School
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
New York Institute of Technology