Open To Work
GENARO MANZO
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented professional transitioning from the culinary industry into welding and metal fabrication. Strong background in fast-paced, high-pressure environments requiring precision, efficiency, and teamwork. Passionate about craftsmanship, hands-on problem-solving, and continuous learning. Currently training at Workshops for Warriors (WFW) to master structural and pipe welding techniques.
Detail-oriented professional in welding and metal fabrication with hands-on training at Workshops for Warriors. Completed a rigorous program in structural welding, earning credentials in welding safety and blueprint reading. Demonstrates adaptability, teamwork, and precision gained from experience in high-pressure culinary environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Painter
Parada Painting
San Diego, CA
04.2025 - Current
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and masking areas.
- Applied industrial coatings using spray guns and brushes for uniform coverage.
- Mixed paints and solvents according to specifications for consistent application.
- Operated sandblasting equipment to prepare surfaces for finishing.
- Maintained and calibrated sandblasting tools for optimal performance.
- Lifted and loaded materials into machines for blasting preparation.
- Operated a variety of power tools such as grinders, drills, saws, air hammers. to prepare surfaces prior to blasting.
- Applied protective coatings to metal surfaces after blasting process was complete.
- Calibrated pressure gauges and monitored parameters like flow rate and air temperature during operation of pressure blasters.
- Masked specified area of objects to protect from abrading action.
- Maintained records of all work performed including materials used, job time estimates, and any adjustments made to the surface.
- Safely operated equipment to set up and prepare area for blasting.
- Performed abrasive blasting and cleaning of steel surfaces with high-pressure water jetting, sandblasting, and other methods.
Welder Trainee
Workshops for Warriors
San Diego, CA
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Completed a rigorous 16-week hands-on training program covering core structural welding processes in SMAW, GMAW, and FCAW to AWS D1.1 standards.
- Earned multiple nationally recognized credentials including OSHA 10, Welding Safety, Fabrication Math, Welding Symbols, and AWS WPS/PQR procedures.
- Trained in blueprint reading for welders and fitters, arc gouging, oxy-fuel cutting, and plasma cutting on industrial equipment.
- Demonstrated safety compliance, inspection readiness, and tool proficiency while preparing for direct placement into high-demand welding roles across defense, aerospace, and manufacturing sectors.
Line Cook
The Cheesecake Factory
San Diego, CA
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Opened and set up workstations, ensuring all ingredients were prepped and ready for service.
- Operated multiple stations, including sauté, broil, grill, and appetizers, under high-volume conditions.
- Maintained quality standards by following precise recipes, portioning guidelines, and plating techniques.
- Worked efficiently in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment, mirroring the precision and attention to detail required in welding and fabrication.
Line Cook
High Flying Foods
San Diego, CA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed preparation and cooking of meats, vegetables, and other ingredients.
- Ensured consistency and quality in all dishes by following exact recipes and portioning standards.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to maintain workflow efficiency and on-time service delivery.
- Started as a dishwasher and worked up through various kitchen roles, gaining experience in food prep, plating, and station management.
Education
Welding Student -
Workshops for Warriors
High School Diploma -
Chula Vista High School
Skills
- SMAW (Stick)
- GMAW (MIG)
- FCAW
- Oxy-Fuel & Plasma Cutting
- Blueprint Reading & Welding Symbols
- Structural & Pipe Welding
- Metal Fabrication & Assembly
- Welding Defect Identification & Quality Control
- Equipment Maintenance & Repair
- Safety Compliance (OSHA, AWS, NFPA)
- Metal Cutting & Shaping
- Hand & Power Tool Operation
- Workplace Safety & Hazard Management
- Precision Measurement & Inspection
- Team Coordination & Task Management
- Fast-Paced Environment Adaptability
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$28/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Industrial Painter
Parada Painting
04.2025 - Current
Welder Trainee
Workshops for Warriors
01.2025 - 05.2025
Line Cook
High Flying Foods
01.2022 - 01.2023
Line Cook
The Cheesecake Factory
01.2021 - 01.2024
Welding Student -
Workshops for Warriors
High School Diploma -
Chula Vista High School