FIDEL AVELAR
Merced,USA
Summary
Dedicated and dependable professional with over 9 years of experience in manufacturing, production, electrical, and warehouse environments. Recognized for a strong work ethic, adaptability, and commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. Quick to learn new processes, solve problems, and contribute to team success while consistently delivering reliable results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
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1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead CNC Plasma Machine Operator
Accelerated Construction & Metal
Turlock, CA
04.2024 - 05.2026
- Lead daily CNC plasma-cutting operations by organizing job priorities, coordinating workflow, and helping the team meet production deadlines.
- Assign and communicate daily tasks to operators based on production needs, material availability, and job requirements.
- Operated, set up, adjust, and troubleshoot CNC plasma-cutting equipment to maintain productivity and minimize downtime.
- Inspected completed parts for accuracy, cut quality, and compliance with specifications before releasing them to the next stage of production.
- Trained and mentored operators on machine setup, blueprint reading, quality standards, and safe work practices, helping improve productivity and consistency.
- Reviewed blueprints, technical drawings, dimensions, and job specifications with team members to ensure production accuracy.
- Served as the primary point of contact for operators when machine, material, or production issues arise, providing guidance and troubleshooting support.
- Monitored employee performance and work quality, providing direction and corrective guidance to uphold safety practices.
- Coordinated the loading, unloading, staging, and organization of steel plates and materials to maintain an efficient workflow.
- Communicated production progress, equipment concerns, safety issues, and material needs to supervisors and management.
- Identified process improvements to reduce material waste and enhance cut quality, contributing to overall production efficiency.
- Promoted a safe, organized, and productive work environment by reinforcing company procedures and leading by example.
Apprentice Electrician
Valley 29 Electric
Newman, CA
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Assisted with the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems for residential and commercial construction projects.
- Installed and secured electrical boxes, lighting fixtures, switches, receptacles, disconnects, and other electrical components.
- Measured, cut, bent, and installed EMT and PVC conduit according to blueprints, job specifications, and field conditions.
- Pulled, routed, labeled, and organized electrical wiring and conductors through various pathways to ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Assisted with installing electrical panels, breakers, grounding systems, branch circuits, feeders, and service equipment.
- Stripped, spliced, and terminated conductors using approved connectors, wire nuts, lugs, and electrical fittings.
- Read and interpreted electrical blueprints, panel schedules, one-line diagrams, schematics, and circuit layouts.
- Used multimeters, voltage testers, circuit tracers, and other testing equipment to support troubleshooting and verify electrical connections.
- Assisted in diagnosing faulty circuits, damaged wiring, and grounding issues, contributing to timely repairs and enhanced system reliability.
- Verified measurements, wire sizes, conduit routing, and circuit identification to ensure installations met project requirements.
- Followed National Electrical Code requirements, lockout/tagout procedures, fall protection rules, and company safety policies.
- Operated hand and power tools, including conduit benders, drills, saws, fish tapes, knockout tools, and wire-pulling equipment.
- Organized electrical materials and prepared tools while maintaining jobsite cleanliness, supporting safe and efficient project progress.
Apprentice Electrician
Kirkes Electric Inc.
Turlock, CA
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted with residential electrical work for new construction, remodels, additions, service calls, and home repairs.
- Installed electrical boxes, switches, receptacles, dimmers, lighting fixtures, ceiling fans, and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors during rough-in and finish work, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted with installing branch circuits, dedicated appliance circuits, breakers, electrical panels, grounding systems, and service equipment.
- Wired and connected residential devices under the direction of journeymen, including outlets, switches, lights, fans, and household equipment.
- Installed branch circuits, dedicated appliance circuits, breakers, electrical panels, grounding systems, and service equipment, contributing to reliable and safe electrical systems.
- Supported troubleshooting of tripped breakers, faulty outlets, damaged switches, lighting problems, loose connections, and other residential electrical issues.
- Drilled holes, installed supports, and prepared pathways for wiring while protecting plumbing, framing, and other building systems.
- Supported electrical installations in various areas of homes, including kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and exteriors.
- Read residential blueprints, floor plans, electrical layouts, panel schedules, and job instructions to locate devices and complete assigned work accurately.
- Helped complete trim-out work by installing cover plates, fixtures, devices, breakers, and final electrical components.
- Assisted in completing trim-out work by installing essential electrical components such as cover plates and devices.
- Gathered and organized wire, boxes, breakers, fittings, fixtures, tools, and materials for residential jobs, streamlining preparation for the electrical crew.
- Maintained clean and safe work areas inside occupied homes and construction sites while protecting customer property.
- Followed company safety procedures, residential electrical code requirements, ladder safety practices, and supervisor instructions.
- Assisted with Control4 smart-home installations, including prewiring and preparing connections for automated lighting, audio, security, networking, and home-control systems.
Shop Hand
Accelerated Construction & Metal
Turlock, CA
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Supported daily fabrication operations by measuring, cutting, grinding, and preparing steel materials and custom metal components.
- Read blueprints, cut lists, measurements, and work orders to prepare parts according to project requirements.
- Operated saws, grinders, drills, clamps, hoists, and plasma-cutting equipment safely and efficiently.
- Assisted welders and fabricators with material setup, part positioning, assembly preparation, and movement of heavy steel components.
- Loaded and unloaded materials, organized completed parts, and staged work to streamline workflow for next production step.
- Monitored stock levels and maintained organized supply of materials, tools, and shop consumables to support efficient operations.
- Inspected prepared parts for accurate measurements, clean edges, and visible defects before fabrication.
- Maintained clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas to support safety and productivity.
- Communicated with welders, machine operators, and supervisors to facilitate project progress and ensure timely completion of production deadlines.
Warehouse Operator & Inventory Control Coordinator
SupHer Farms
Turlock, CA
07.2018 - 02.2021
- Performed daily cycle counts, monitored inventory levels, investigated discrepancies, and maintained accurate records in the DAX system.
- Coordinated the movement of materials between warehouse, production, and packaging areas to maintain an efficient workflow.
- Received incoming materials, verified quantities, and documented production volume and material usage.
- Received incoming materials, verified quantities, and documented production volume and material usage to ensure accurate inventory tracking.
- Rotated inventory using FIFO procedures to protect product quality and reduce waste.
- Maintained GMP, organization, and quality standards throughout warehouse operations.
- Maintained GMP and organized warehouse to uphold quality standards and support operational efficiency.
- Reported damaged products, inventory shortages, and quality concerns to supervisors, facilitating timely corrective actions.
- Worked closely with warehouse, production, and packaging teams to resolve issues and meet daily production and shipping deadlines.
Production Associate / Technician
Tesla Inc.
Fremont, CA
12.2016 - 07.2018
- Conducted pre-inspections on incoming vehicles to verify battery state of charge, ensuring compliance with processing requirements.
- Worked in a high-volume production environment while consistently meeting and exceeding production targets, helping the team achieve record-breaking output.
- Utilized inventory systems to scan and track batteries, motors, and vehicle components, maintaining traceability and accuracy in records.
- Scanned and tracked batteries, motors, and vehicle components using inventory systems to maintain complete traceability and accurate records.
- Performed pre-inspections on incoming vehicles, verifying battery state of charge and ensuring vehicles met processing requirements.
- Packaged battery packs and drive units into shipping crates for transport to designated facilities.
- Upheld quality, safety, and documentation standards during disassembly and shipping processes to ensure operational integrity.
Welder Fabricator Helper
Custom Pipe & Design Inc.
Oakdale, CA
07.2014 - 11.2016
- Assisted welders with the fabrication, installation, and repair of stainless-steel piping and custom metal components.
- Measured, marked, cut, beveled, cleaned, and prepared stainless-steel pipe for fitting and TIG welding.
- Supported pipe layout and fit-up by aligning joints, checking measurements, positioning fittings, and securing materials, ensuring accurate assembly.
- Prepared stainless-steel surfaces and weld joints by removing oil, oxidation, burrs, and contamination before welding.
- Assisted with TIG welding operations by preparing filler rod, organizing welding equipment, and helping set up pipe-purging systems.
- Assisted in installation of stainless-steel pipe, elbows, tees, flanges, valves, supports, and fabricated assemblies, contributing to project completion.
- Operated grinders, saws, drills, forklifts, scissor lifts, hand trucks, and overhead hoists safely.
- Loaded, unloaded, moved, and staged stainless-steel pipe, tools, equipment, and completed assemblies.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to protect stainless-steel materials from contamination and uphold weld quality standards.
- Worked closely with welders and fabricators to complete projects safely, accurately, and on schedule.
Education
Certificate in Electrical Technician -
San Joaquin Valley College
Salida, CAHigh School Diploma -
Ceres Adult School
Ceres, CASkills
- CNC Plasma Operation
- Blueprint Reading
- Metal Fabrication
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Quality Control
- Manufacturing Operations
- OSHA Compliance
- Forklift Operation
- Material Handling
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory control
- Team leadership
- Electrical Installation
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Driver's License
- Electrician Trainee (ET) card
- OSHA 10
- CPR Certification
- Electrical Technician Certification
Languages
- Spanish, Fluent
- English, Fluent
Timeline
Lead CNC Plasma Machine Operator
Accelerated Construction & Metal
04.2024 - 05.2026
Apprentice Electrician
Valley 29 Electric
05.2023 - 02.2024
Apprentice Electrician
Kirkes Electric Inc.
10.2022 - 05.2023
Shop Hand
Accelerated Construction & Metal
08.2021 - 10.2022
Warehouse Operator & Inventory Control Coordinator
SupHer Farms
07.2018 - 02.2021
Production Associate / Technician
Tesla Inc.
12.2016 - 07.2018
Welder Fabricator Helper
Custom Pipe & Design Inc.
07.2014 - 11.2016
Certificate in Electrical Technician -
San Joaquin Valley College
High School Diploma -
Ceres Adult School