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Daniel Pacheco

Brownsville,TX

Summary

Accomplished welder with extensive experience at SpaceX, recognized for enhancing welding processes and improving efficiency. Skilled in MIG and TIG welding, with a keen attention to detail and strong decision-making abilities. Successfully mentored junior welders, fostering a collaborative environment that elevated overall productivity and safety standards.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder

SpaceX
02.2020 - Current
  • Led complex welding projects, ensuring precision and safety standards.
  • Improved welding processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing material waste.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to design and implement new welding procedures.
  • Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
  • Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
  • Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
  • Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
  • 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, and Laser Welding techniques.
  • Conducted quality inspections, ensuring adherence to SpaceX specifications.

MIG Welder

Dragon Products Company
05.2018 - 02.2020
  • Operated MIG welding equipment to produce high-quality welds on various materials.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication processes.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on welding machinery, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce production downtime.
  • Welded metal components in vertical, overhead and flat positions.
  • Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.
  • Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.

Structural Welder

Dow Chemical
04.2016 - 03.2018
  • Operated welding equipment to fabricate and assemble metal structures according to specifications.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate weld placement.
  • Implemented safety protocols, maintaining a clean and organized work environment.


Education

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Texas Southmost College
Brownsville, TX
06-2014

Skills

  • Great well-rounded welder in several welding processes
  • Attention to detail
  • Fabrication
  • Blueprint reading
  • Decision-making

Accomplishments

  • Earned Tech of the Quarter Winner for 2024 in recognition of exceptional work.
  • Completed the Lox header weld and RT inspection in just 70 hours, saving an impressive 34 hours across three operations. During RT inspections there were no findings, first time in Int 1 build.
  • Reduce labor hours from 2400 to 1300, S33 compared to S38 Ogive Int 1
  • Assisted in the frustum header tank project, reducing labor hours for the S-36 build from 1,121 to 689—a remarkable improvement over S-35 builds.
  • Tip Lifter Process decreased from 336 hours with 2 issue tickets in S33 to 135 hours with 0 issue tickets in S34.

Timeline

Welder

SpaceX
02.2020 - Current

MIG Welder

Dragon Products Company
05.2018 - 02.2020

Structural Welder

Dow Chemical
04.2016 - 03.2018

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Texas Southmost College

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