Carlos Caballero Perez
Lancaster,CA
Summary
Experienced and skilled individual with a proven track record in leading and managing, optimizing manufacturing processes, and ensuring quality standards. Adept at collaborating cross-functionally, developing solutions to challenges, and meeting business objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
8
8
Certification
Work History
General Machinist
Lockheed Martin Corporation
06.2022 - Current
- Responsible for project performance planning, risk management, technical quality, cost, schedule, and factory accountability
- Program, set up, and run CNC and manual machining equipment
- Utilized CAD software for machining operations (Winmax, Catia)
- Designed and developed tooling and fixtures for machining operations
- Understanding of complex quality policies, procedures, governmental regulations, and workflow
- Provided input to product design regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques to ensure producibility and reduce cost.
Milling Machinist 3
Northrop Grumman
12.2021 - 06.2022
- Collaborated cross-functionally with engineering, production control, production planning, and quality
- Programmed NX Solids using Mastercam 2021/2022
- Manipulated engineering models and designs to determine machining sequences and approach
- Read and interpreted GD&T data and complied with internal quality system, business policies, and regulatory requirements
- Set up mills/lathes independently for 1st article.
Lead CNC Machinist
Woodward HRT
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Led the startup and execution of the Fin Control Actuation project, overseeing all aspects from concept to completion.
- Designed and developed tooling to optimize production efficiency and ensure precision
- Procured necessary tools and equipment, maintaining high efficiency and product quality.
- Directed daily operations across multiple shifts and departments, assigning tasks to meet production schedules.
- Ensured compliance with work instructions, safety protocols, quality standards, and 5S practices.
- Provided regular progress updates to senior management on scheduling, budget, and program quality.
- Assisted in interviews and contributed to employee performance evaluations, offering feedback to senior leadership.
CNC Lathe Machinist
Performance Machine Technologies
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Set up and operated CNC lathes with Fanuc robotic arm
- Ran multiple machines with twin turret, live tooling, and dual spindle
- Used various inspection tools and hand tools
- Ensured surface finishes and measurements met blueprint requirements
- Changed out used tools and followed up daily with tool life to ensure quality of parts/tools.
Manufacturing Engineer
Air Flow Research
12.2018 - 07.2019
- Optimized production of high-performance cylinder heads for the automotive industry through efficient machining processes
- Macro-programmed two horizontal CNC machines with a 30-pallet system, managing over 200 operations for tool breakage detection and process efficiency
- Designed and implemented automated systems to flag critical tools, enabling seamless pallet transitions and reducing downtime
- Collaborated with the production team to improve processes, increase productivity, and enhance workflow efficiency
- Troubleshot complex machining issues and conducted quality inspections to ensure adherence to industry standards
- Contributed to streamlining operations, reducing downtime, and enhancing overall product quality
CNC Machinist
B&B Manufacturing
09.2017 - 12.2018
- Operated various CNC machines with twin turret and live tooling (Siemens, Celos, Fanuc)
- Monitored the quality of parts in accordance with procedures
- Used various inspection tools and machinist hand tools
- Timed each tool, set-up, and down time, identifying any needed improvements
- Set up table and machine for Fanuc robotic arm and troubleshot issues.
CNC Machinist
LMI Aerospace
07.2016 - 09.2017
- Set up CNC machines with up to 5 Axis for 1st article (horizontal mills, vertical mills)
- Machined parts on manual machines to meet exact blueprint tolerances
- Hand-created programs for machining operations
- Edited and adjusted speeds and feeds to reduce cycle time and tool wear
- Made tooling and fixturing on NC machines and conventional machines
- Used various inspection tools as well as machine shop tools.
Education
Diploma -
Littlerock High School
Certificate -
NTMA Training Centers
Skills
- Team Leadership and Management
- Production Planning and Scheduling
- Quality Control and Assurance
- Lean Manufacturing
- Logical reasoning
- Technical Proficiency
- Safety and compliance standards
- Cost management
Certification
- Mastercam 2021/2022
- Manufacturing Technology
- Metal Working Skills
- Mentorship
- GD&T
- Blueprint Reading & Shop Mathematics
- CNC Programming/Set-up
- Leadership and Management Skills
Timeline
General Machinist
Lockheed Martin Corporation
06.2022 - Current
Milling Machinist 3
Northrop Grumman
12.2021 - 06.2022
Lead CNC Machinist
Woodward HRT
02.2020 - 12.2021
CNC Lathe Machinist
Performance Machine Technologies
07.2019 - 02.2020
Manufacturing Engineer
Air Flow Research
12.2018 - 07.2019
CNC Machinist
B&B Manufacturing
09.2017 - 12.2018
CNC Machinist
LMI Aerospace
07.2016 - 09.2017
Diploma -
Littlerock High School
Certificate -
NTMA Training Centers
- Mastercam 2021/2022
- Manufacturing Technology
- Metal Working Skills
- Mentorship
- GD&T
- Blueprint Reading & Shop Mathematics
- CNC Programming/Set-up
- Leadership and Management Skills
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