Jason Barriere
Kittery
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven manufacturing professional with over 15 years of experience in the metal fabrication industry, including 9 years at Rapid Sheet Metal/Proto Labs and 6 years at East Coast Welding and Fabrication. Expertise includes prototype development and manufacturing processes, with proficiency in operating CNC press brakes, rollers, shears, and various hardware equipment. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving abilities, custom setups, and tooling creation to address complex projects while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to enhance workflow efficiency. Proficient in SolidWorks and similar software for meticulous analysis of job requirements and delivery of high-quality results.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Press Brake Setup/Operator
East Coast Welding and Fabrication
Newburyport, MA
10.2018 - 07.2025
- Setup and running of Amada, Cincinnati, CNC Brakes. Custom tool making, rolling, stamping, bumping, prototype jobs, custom multi tier set ups. Aviation, semiconductor, military, and medical for majority of customer base.
- Hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, shearing machines, band saws, Bridgeport lathes and various machines for preparation of material for jobs.
- Hardware installation, machine set up, quality control.
- Basic SolidWorks understanding. Measurement tooling experience. Hight gage calibration and use as well as verniers and calipers. Inspection and first article Inspection.
Press Brake Setup/Operator
Rapid Sheet Metal
Nashua, NH
10.2009 - 09.2018
- Setup and running of Cincinnati CNC Brakes. Custom tool making, rolling, stamping, bumping, prototype jobs, custom multi tier set ups. aviation, military, and medical for the majority of the customer base.
- Hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, shearing machines, band saws, Bridgeport lathes and various machines for preparation of material for jobs.
- Hardware installation, machine set up, quality control.
- Basic SolidWorks understanding. Measurement tooling experience. Hight gage calibration and use, as well as verniers and calipers. Inspection and first piece Inspection.
Education
High School - Academics, Small Engine Repair
Wachusett Regional High
Holden, MA07-2006
GED -
York Maine Adult Learning Center
York Village, ME10-2025
Manufacturing Technician
Southern Maine Community College
South Portland, ME02-2026
Skills
- Forming metals with complicated bend sequences, Bump forming, Rolling, Embossing, Torch Heating, Hand Brake, CNC forming machines ( Hydraulic Press Brakes )
- Experienced with multiple metal shop machines: Press Brakes, Turret Punches, Lazer Cutting machines, Bridgeport Lathes, Band Saws, Chop Saws, Drill Press, Hydraulic Press, Grinding/ Polishing Wheel Stations
- Forklift Certified: Class 1 fork trucks- Class 7 Rough Terrain forklift trucks
- Machine Maintenance, Machine Repair, Maintenance Record Keeping, Machine Safety Lock-Out knowledge
- OSHA 10 Certified through shops
- ISSO compliant through shops
Timeline
Press Brake Setup/Operator
East Coast Welding and Fabrication
10.2018 - 07.2025
Press Brake Setup/Operator
Rapid Sheet Metal
10.2009 - 09.2018
High School - Academics, Small Engine Repair
Wachusett Regional High
GED -
York Maine Adult Learning Center
Manufacturing Technician
Southern Maine Community College