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Fernando Acosta

32578 Parker St.,CA

Summary

Dedicated and fast learner with strong teamwork skills and a positive attitude. Excellent computer proficiency combined with exceptional customer service experience. Able to work effectively under pressure while consistently meeting deadlines. Bilingual in English and Spanish, facilitating clear communication with diverse teams and customers. Authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Fulfillment and Shipping Technician

Sun Genomics
03.2022 - Current
  • Expedited urgent orders to meet tight deadlines without compromising on quality or accuracy of shipments.
  • Developed strong relationships with key vendors, fostering trust and reliability for smoother operations.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, promoting safety and efficiency in the workplace.
  • Ensured proper handling of fragile items, resulting in reduced product damage during transit.
  • Created custom kits for customers by preparing and blending powders to formulate personalized formulas based on customer specifications.
  • Followed Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for splitting capsules, filling powders, and ensuring cleanliness in the lab environment.
  • Packaged, sealed, and stored final products in inventory, ensuring proper labeling and compliance with safety standards.
  • Pulled and processed customer orders on a monthly basis, preparing approximately 50-100 sachets per day for shipment.
  • Coordinated and shipped customer orders via FedEx, UPS, and USPS, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries.
  • Received and verified inventory shipments, managed stock levels, and maintained accurate records of incoming and outgoing products.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work area, adhering to strict hygiene and safety protocols in the production and packaging process.

Cable Assembler Test Technician

General Atomics
02.2019 - 03.2022
  • Assembled and tested high-performance cable systems, ensuring strict adherence to IPC610 Class 3 and IPC620 Class 3 standards for quality and reliability.
  • GCS Performed precision soldering, crimping, and potting operations on wiring assemblies, including fine-pitch components, fiber optic cables, and RF cables.
  • Interpreted and followed detailed technical drawings, schematics, and work instructions to complete complex assembly tasks, including component installation and wire harnessing.
  • Utilized advanced tools and equipment such as soldering irons, heat guns, measuring instruments, and crimping tools to achieve accurate and high-quality results.
  • Adhered to industry best practices for 5S housekeeping and safety protocols, maintaining a clean and organized work area to ensure efficiency and compliance.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in meeting project deadlines, working overtime and weekends as necessary, while maintaining a focus on safety and operational standards.


  • Identified and diagnosed faults in the operational configuration of electronics systems, performing troubleshooting down to the PWA (Printed Wiring Assembly) level to resolve technical issues.
  • Utilized electronic schematics, mechanical drawings, wire diagrams, and block diagrams to diagnose and repair electronic assemblies, ensuring precise functionality.
  • Operated and maintained advanced test equipment such as digital multimeters (DMMs), oscilloscopes, power supplies, and signal generators to conduct effective analysis and troubleshooting of electrical and electronic systems.
  • Assemble, disassemble, and reassemble components, assemblies, and sub-assemblies according to specifications.
  • Perform setup and adjustments while maintaining tight tolerances and adhering to engineering requirements.
  • Assemble electronic equipment including cables, harnesses, chassis, printed circuit boards, and mechanical panels.
  • Operate and maintain tools and equipment such as splices, contacts, soldering irons, bus wires, terminals, torque adapters, automatic crimpers, and torque stations.
  • Conduct thorough testing of assemblies to ensure proper torque, secure connectors, correct pin assignments, intact wiring (no nicks or damage), and low electrical resistance.
  • Develop and implement test programs for new work orders using blueprints and work travelers, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date documentation.
  • Read and interpret engineering drawings, wire lists, and blueprints to guide assembly and testing processes.
  • Adhere strictly to established safety procedures and best practices in all work activities.
  • Utilize computer applications and software for documentation, test program creation, and quality verification.


Cable Assembler

CableConn
10.2017 - 02.2019
  • Custom Cable Assemblies & Wire Harnesses: Manufactured and assembled a diverse range of cable assemblies, including wire harnesses, high-density assemblies, military and commercial cables, for industries such as aerospace, defense, telecommunications, medical, and transportation.
  • Advanced Assembly Techniques: Proficient in soldering, crimping, mass termination, epoxies, potting, over-molding, coating, and hermetic sealing for complex power, control, and communication systems.
  • Connector & Component Expertise: Specialize in D-Sub, Micro-D, VHDCI, SCSI, Mate-N-Lock, Mil/Circular (38999, 26482, C-5015), IDC, and more, ensuring reliable connections in various environments. Also skilled in integrating sensors, motors, fans, power supplies, batteries, and electro-mechanical components.
  • Wire Harnesses & Termination: Assembled wire harnesses with fully terminated connectors, ranging from crimped and soldered connectors (from 0.100” centers to 0.8mm high-density signal housings) to lugs, terminals, and terminal blocks.
  • Custom Functional Testing: Developed custom functional-testing programs for wire harnesses, ensuring precise length, routing, and the integrity of all connections. Harnesses were built on custom boards to guarantee accuracy.
  • Quality Control & Compliance: Oversaw stringent quality control and testing procedures to meet industry standards, ensuring durability and performance of each assembly.

Manufacturing Production Technician

Channell Commercial
06.2016 - 10.2017
  • Operated advanced rotational molding machinery to manufacture durable hollow products by heating and rotating molds evenly for uniform material distribution.


  • Cut precise alignments using a high-powered saw, ensuring accuracy and consistency in every part.
  • Operated and controlled large rotational molding machinery using advanced controls to produce high-quality thermoplastic products.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication, teamwork, and mutual respect among colleagues.

Lead Dishwasher

Guadalajara Mexican Food & Cantina
01.2015 - 06.2016
  • Ensured consistent high-quality service by inspecting dishes for cleanliness before returning them to the kitchen staff or storage area. Consistently washed dishes thoroughly and ensured high standards.
  • Prevented equipment malfunctions by routinely checking dishwasher performance and addressing issues promptly if necessary.
  • Increased workplace safety by consistently adhering to health and sanitation guidelines.
  • Provided excellent customer service when interacting with guests or assisting front-of-house staff as needed.
  • Supported kitchen efficiency by preparing ingredients and assisting with food prep as needed.
  • Facilitated smooth kitchen operations through prompt removal and disposal of waste materials.


Education

Ortega High School
Lake Elsinore, CA

Skills

  • Package handling
  • Loading and unloading
  • Order picking
  • Labeling and packaging
  • Logistics planning
  • International shipping regulations
  • Teamwork and cooperation
  • Warehouse operations
  • Shipping procedures
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Time management
  • Self-motivated and independent
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Assembling components
  • Soldering
  • Crimping
  • Torque application
  • Heat shrinking
  • Lacing
  • Quality control (QC)
  • Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
  • 5S workplace organization
  • Machine operator
  • CNC operator
  • Working with resistors and diodes
  • Reading blueprints and work travelers
  • Graphic interpretation
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Inventory management

Certification

  • IPC-WHMA-A-620 Certified
  • J-STD Certified

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Fulfillment and Shipping Technician

Sun Genomics
03.2022 - Current

Cable Assembler Test Technician

General Atomics
02.2019 - 03.2022

Cable Assembler

CableConn
10.2017 - 02.2019

Manufacturing Production Technician

Channell Commercial
06.2016 - 10.2017

Lead Dishwasher

Guadalajara Mexican Food & Cantina
01.2015 - 06.2016

Ortega High School
Fernando Acosta