Carlos Santos
Johnston,RI
Summary
Skilled machinist with background in precision parts manufacturing and tooling. Strengths lie in reading blueprints, performing quality checks, and maintaining machinery to ensure optimal performance. Previous roles have emphasized continuous improvement efforts, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency and product quality.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Swiss Machinest
Tegra Medical
Franklin, MA
01.2024 - Current
- Carried out regular upkeep on equipment, including cleaning the equiment
- Ensured all work met quality and safety standards by keeping detailed records of Maintenance and repairs.
- Configured and operated a range of machine tools to manufacture precise components and instruments.
- Applied mathematical principles along with precision tools like micrometers and vernier calipers to compute exact dimensions and tolerances, ensuring high-quality output on all machines.
- Analyzed blueprints, sketches, technical drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine the necessary measurements and allowable variances for finished products.
- Accurately measured, marked, and scribed dimensions and reference points on materials to guide further machining processes.
- Adjusted machine speeds, feeds, and controls-replacing cutting tools when needed —especially if automated programming failed or machines experienced malfunctions.
- Verified that finished pieces met required specifications by using a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates, and protractors.
- Monitored machine operations to spot any irregularities or deviations from set tolerances, making adjustments and replacing worn tools as necessary to ensure consistent production quality.
- Safely operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines, and tap burners to complete projects.
- Continuously measured and marked materials to ensure adherence to exact specifications.
- Kept a close watch on machine feed rates and speeds throughout the machining process, reporting any issues that required repair to ensure optimal operation and output quality.
- Maintained up-to-date logs, lists, and files, and completed all necessary paperwork promptly.
- Diagnosed and fixed machine problems to boost productivity and reduce costs.
- Followed detailed blueprints, diagrams, and drawings to fabricate products accurately.
- Set up, fine-tuned, and operated both standard and specialized machine tools to perform precise machining operations.
ECC Machine Operator
Tegra Medical
Franklin, MA
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Employed instruments like micrometers, vernier calipers, and gauges to verify that parts meet stringent quality standards.
- Conducted regular cleaning and upkeep on all equipment, including tasks such as cleaning machine centrifuges and air filters twice weekly.
- Managed maintenance duties by removing and replacing damaged or worn cutting wheels to ensure smooth machine operation.
- Trained new team members on equipment operation and safety protocols, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of safety within the workplace.
- Developed the ability to swiftly identify and troubleshoot machine malfunctions, effectively reducing downtime, and maintaining optimal production quality.
- Completed the setup for every individual job by switching fixtures and creating new job files on the machine to meet the jobs' specifications.
- Monitored the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Inspected finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cranston Highschool East
Cranston, RISkills
- Drill press operation
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Team training
- Troubleshooting
- Maintenance and repair
- Multitasking
- Critical thinking
- Team management
- Organization
- Analytical
- Hand and power tools
- Machine operation
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Swiss Machinest
Tegra Medical
01.2024 - Current
ECC Machine Operator
Tegra Medical
03.2023 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Cranston Highschool East
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