Etienne Reyes
Sunny Isles Beach,Florida
Summary
Goal-oriented individual with a proven track record. Proactive, strategic thinker with a level-headed mindset. Strong work ethic, with a deep desire to further develop my skill set and build cars. Passionate about creating with my hands, tackling difficult problems, and finding their solutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outside Machinist
USCG Industrial Processing facility
Miami Beach, FL
01.2024 - Current
- Operated manual milling machines, lathes, drill presses, angle grinders, power tools, and hand tools to assist the Coast Guard in the repair of 45 RBM boats.
- The boats are brought in for servicing, which includes dry dock, removal, and disassembly, and reassembly of entire MTU engines. Disassembly and reassembly of entire hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, and components.
- Assisted mechanics in the removal and installation of new engines, jet drive systems, and reduction gear systems.
- Programmed and operated a water jet machine to provide layout parts for the weld/fabrication shop.
- Replaced windows and hatches as required. The windows are comprised of many pneumatic and electrical components, which makes it a difficult task.
- Sandblasted the hulls of the boats.
- Assist in overall paint preparations.
- Disassemble and refurbish 30- to 40-year-old auxiliary saltwater pumps.
- Fabricated custom parts for mechanics that cannot be purchased in order to replace what is damaged, in order to get the boats back in the water in a timely manner.
- Operated a forklift and overhead crane on a regular basis.
- Heavy use of a variety of measuring tools, such as tape measures, scales, dial indicators, calipers, and all sorts of micrometers.
- Time management.
- Work with little to no supervision.
Manual Machinist
STERIS
Cooper City, FL
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Operated manual milling, manual lathe, drill press, band saw, tapping, and grinding machines to fabricate parts according to blueprints or drawings.
- Extracted damaged bolts and screws from medical tools for refurbishing.
- Identified thread diameter and pitch in order to repair damaged threads using a variety of methods, such as drilling and tapping, installing helicoils, thread files, and machining techniques, such as single-point threading.
- Troubleshot machine malfunctions and made necessary repairs.
- Planned sequence of necessary actions for completion of each job.
- Read and interpreted engineering drawings accurately to determine proper cutting methods and tool selection.
- Properly and safely selected, aligned, secured and removed holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials onto machines.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols.
- Assisted in the development of new processes and techniques for improved quality control.
- Checked finished products for accuracy against specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Performed daily maintenance and inspections on machines to ensure optimal performance.
- Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
- Calculated dimensions or tolerances using micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Followed written instructions to set up and operate manual equipment and computer-controlled production machines.
- Sharpened, replaced and tracked cutting tools to adhere to strict quality control and usage schedules.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies used during machining processes.
- Repaired worn out or damaged tools through sharpening or replacement.
- Separated scrap waste and related materials for reuse or recycling.
- Read and followed blueprints, diagrams and drawings to fabricate products.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Machinist Technician
Propulsion Technologies International
Miramar, FL
10.2022 - Current
- An Air Safran and GE Aviation joint company.
- Official MRO Station
- worked with a variety of machines such as Haas VF2, VF4 and Okuma MU-6300v 5 axis mill
- Operated 2 machines simultaneously.
- measure parts using precision measuring instruments.
- keep records of time worked.
- Selected appropriate speeds and feeds according to metal type and finish specifications.
- Followed written instructions to set up and operate manual equipment and computer-controlled production machines.
- Dismantled and inspected components to complete necessary adjustments and repairs.
CNC Machinist
Pompano Precision Products
Pompano Beach, FL
06.2022 - 10.2023
- ISO 9001: 2015 Certified
- Machine Shop that makes parts for many different industries such as aerospace, automotive, and medical.
- Worked on a DMG Mori CMX1100V CNC mill and Haas Mini Mill
- 3 and 4 axis machining.
- Changed out tools, fixtures and offsets.
- Worked with a variety of materials such as Tungsten, Stainless steel, high carbon steel, aluminum and plastic.
- Referenced technical drawings using GDT.
- Observed machines for proper functioning and made adjustments to meet specifications and complete work orders on-time and under budget.
- Fabricated various parts while simultaneously operating 3 machines.
- Adhered closely to equipment safety practices to reduce accidents.
- Maintained detailed production records to identify areas for improvement and maximize productivity.
- Interpret and adjust programs to meet production needs
- Measured, marked and indicated dimensions and reference points on materials.
- Used precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, tool makers scope, optical comparators, profilometers, concentricity gauges, gauge pins, etc, to ensure product meets ISO and quality guidelines.
- Worked closely with engineering team to improve manufacturing processes.
- Performed setups for complex parts that sometimes required custom fixturing, the use of a probe, indicator or edge finder, 18 tools and multiple operations.
- Held tolerances as small as .0002"
Rigid Optics Technician
STERIS
Cooper City, FL
10.2019 - 06.2022
- Fabricate surgical optics and instruments
- CNC Lathe setup and machining
- CNC Mill setup and machining
- Extreme focus on detail with little margin for error
- Interpret technical drawings
- Laser Welding
- Gold and silver soldering
- Brazing
- Time Management
Bilingual Sales Consultant
Comcast
MIRAMAR, Florida
04.2017 - 05.2019
- Inbound call center
- Sales Environment
- Discover customer needs.
- Maintain a minimum average close rate of 40% and $18 revenue per call
- Make customer tailored recommendations.
- Handle everything from sales to customer service issues.
Personal Cruise Consultant
NCL
Miami, FL
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Outbound Call Center.
- Assist guests in choosing the right accommodations that fit their needs.
- Guide guests and give them instruction on proper travel requirements
- Contact guests to collect payments
- Handle customer service related issues
Sales Consultant
Carmax
Miami Lakes, FL
06.2015 - 04.2016
- Connect with customers on a personal level by building rapport and discovering their needs.
- Guide customers into selecting the right vehicle that fits their needs and desires by making customer tailored recommendations.
- Perform vehicle appraisals.
- Provide customers with an offer to purchase their vehicle based on book value and condition of the vehicle.
- Build your clientele with great follow up.
- Maintain a Close rate of 10% or higher and an appraisal buy rate of 20% or higher.
Education
Technical School - Welding Technology
Miami Lakes Educational Center And Technical College
Hialeah, FL04.2023
High School Diploma -
American Senior High School Adult Education
Hialeah, FL06.2015
Skills
- Years of mechanical experience working on boats and my own vehicles
- Manual machining, both lathe and mill
- Program and operate water jet machine
- Skilled with power tools and their uses
- skilled with hand tools and their uses
- Proficient in Precision Measurement
- Able to understand blueprints and technical drawings
- Experienced in CNC Laser Welding Operations
- Knowledgeable in MIG Welding Processes
- Knowledgeable in Stick Welding Processes
- Experienced in Plasma Cutting Techniques
- Skilled with CNC lathe and mill
- Skilled with fixtures
- Skilled with a grinder
- Brazing
- Gold and silver soldering
- Gold plating
- Time management
- Dependable
- Great manual dexterity
- Great problem-solving skills
- 5s and 6s principles
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- At Steris I've been recognized by leadership for participation in the company’s Continuous Improvement philosophy by constantly looking for ways to improve manufacturing process.
- Acknowledged by management for great attention to detail while still completing work in a timely manner
- Assisted engineers in reverse engineering new medical instruments giving the company the opportunity to repair those instruments to OEM specifications
- At Comcast I was nominated as an Elite Achiever July 22-August 21, 2018
- At comcast I was recognized by management for providing customers an exceptional experience
- Over 95% customer satisfaction rate for more than six months straight.
- Recognized by company executives for getting a 9 and 10 rating from customers on several occasions.
Certification
- Osha 10 certified
- CPR certified
Timeline
Outside Machinist
USCG Industrial Processing facility
01.2024 - Current
Manual Machinist
STERIS
04.2023 - 11.2023
Machinist Technician
Propulsion Technologies International
10.2022 - Current
CNC Machinist
Pompano Precision Products
06.2022 - 10.2023
Rigid Optics Technician
STERIS
10.2019 - 06.2022
Bilingual Sales Consultant
Comcast
04.2017 - 05.2019
Personal Cruise Consultant
NCL
09.2016 - 04.2017
Sales Consultant
Carmax
06.2015 - 04.2016
Technical School - Welding Technology
Miami Lakes Educational Center And Technical College
High School Diploma -
American Senior High School Adult Education
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