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Overview
Work History
Education
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HIGHLIGHTS AND QUALIFICATIONS
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ERIC Rivera

Ware,MA

Summary

Motivated professional focused on growth and advancement, with strong work ethic and proven adaptability. Quickly masters new skills and performs effectively with minimal supervision. Builds productive relationships through clear communication and reliable execution.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

CNC OPERATOR, ASSEMBLY, SUPPORT A, INSPECTOR

CIRCOR Navel solution
Warren, MA
01.2017 - 01.2026
  • Operated multi-axis CNC mills and lathes, read complex military technical drawings, and produced mission-critical components to strict DoD and Navy specifications.
  • Used GD&T, blueprint reading, tolerance verification, and advanced metrology tools including CMMs, calipers, micrometers, and height gauges to maintain production accuracy, document inspections, and follow rigorous safety, security, and quality standards in defense settings.
  • Maintained production accuracy and documented inspections while upholding rigorous safety, security, and quality standards in high-stakes defense environments.
  • Supported navy manufacturing in CNC machining, precision fabrication, and quality inspection, ensuring compliance with military standards.

CNC Machine Operator

Accurate Threaded Production
Newington, CT
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Manufacturing commercial and military aerospace components and assemblies
  • Operated 3 to 4 axis machines to produce precise components. and Have experience with haas, Fanuc controls
  • Installed and calibrated tools on milling machines and lathes, optimizing operational efficiency.
  • Utilized calipers, micrometers, and various gauges to measure inner and outer diameters accurately.
  • Measured instruments to verify compliance with precise specifications
  • Conducted thorough inspections of parts, ensuring compliance with quality standards and completing detailed inspection reports.
  • Able to read and interpret blueprints

CNC Machine Operator

ROSTRA VERNATHERMS & BILBEE CONTROLS
BRISTOL, CT
01.2013 - 01.2017
  • Set up and operate 3 to 4 axis machines to produce parts per blueprints and specifications.
  • Machine operating several machines like Mazak, Tarub, Doosan and Hanwha
  • Identified and adjusted machine controls to correct out-of-tolerance issues.
  • Replaced dull cutting tools to maintain optimal machine performance.
  • Blueprint reading including interpreting geometric dimensioning and tolerances
  • Manufacturing thermostat for aerospace companies.

CNC Machine Operator

MICROBEST, PRECISION COMPONENTS
Waterbury, CT
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Supplied high-volume OEM manufacturers with parts for various commercial and military firearms platforms, including M-16, AR15, M24x, shotgun, bolt action rifle, pistol, and revolver parts.
  • Operated Okuma CNC machines to produce precision parts.
  • Machined close tolerance, high volume and low volume parts for military applications, focusing on small arms components.
  • Medical Systems components and parts for dental tools, orthopedic items such as bone screws, and components for other surgical devices.

Assembler, Brake, and Punch Press Operator

CLY-DEL MANUFACTURING
Waterbury, CT
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Operated brake and punch presses to bend and punch sheet metal for various manufacturing applications.
  • Operated a power press with automatic feed for sheet metal, installed dies, and adjusted ram stroke using gauges and hand tools for accurate metal forming.
  • Manufactured products across electronics, aerospace, medical, and automotive fields. Measured sheet metal thickness using calipers and micrometers to ensure precision.

Field Technician

COX COMMUNICATIONS
Manchester, CT
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Executed installation and repair of telephone connections to ensure reliable service for households.
  • Streamlined inventory tracking processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
  • Coordinated customer interactions to address needs and resolve issues promptly.
  • Traveled throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island for business purposes.

Education

High School Diploma -

ORVILLE H. PLATT HIGH SCHOOL
Meriden, CT
01-2008

Skills

  • CNC Machine Operation
  • CNC Programming
  • CNC milling machines
  • Worked with 3,4 axis machine
  • I have experience with haas, fanuc, mori seki, fadal, matsura, cnc controls
  • Machine setup
  • Machine calibration
  • GD&T inspection
  • CMM inspection
  • CMM measurement
  • Quality inspection
  • Able to read schematics, calipers, micrometer, optical comparator and video measuring Microscope
  • Blueprint reading
  • Basic mathematics
  • Material Handling
  • Inventory Management
  • Teamwork

HIGHLIGHTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

  • Strongly self-motivated, punctual, and follows directions accurately.
  • Responsible, reliable, and friendly.
  • Professional appearance and manor.

Timeline

CNC OPERATOR, ASSEMBLY, SUPPORT A, INSPECTOR

CIRCOR Navel solution
01.2017 - 01.2026

CNC Machine Operator

Accurate Threaded Production
01.2016 - 01.2018

CNC Machine Operator

ROSTRA VERNATHERMS & BILBEE CONTROLS
01.2013 - 01.2017

CNC Machine Operator

MICROBEST, PRECISION COMPONENTS
01.2011 - 01.2014

Assembler, Brake, and Punch Press Operator

CLY-DEL MANUFACTURING
01.2009 - 01.2011

Field Technician

COX COMMUNICATIONS
01.2009 - 01.2011

High School Diploma -

ORVILLE H. PLATT HIGH SCHOOL
ERIC Rivera