Jesse Martinez
Compton,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented machinist and welding technician with expertise in quality inspections and equipment maintenance. Proven track record of enhancing production efficiency through collaborative workflow optimization and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Vertical Friction Stir Weld Technician
Space Exploration Technologies
Hawthorne, CA
07.2015 - Current
- Level 5 welder for CFSW, VFSW and HFSW.
- Authorized Overseer.
- Operated welding machinery to fabricate Aluminum components for production.
- Conducted quality inspections on welded parts to ensure compliance with standards.
- Maintained welding equipment by performing regular cleaning and repairs.
- Collaborated with team members & other departments to optimize workflow and improve safety protocols.
- Trained junior technicians on welding techniques and safety practices.
- Assisted in developing new welding processes to enhance efficiency and productivity.
- Documented work progress and maintained records of completed projects for review.
- Fabricated components by cutting, grinding, drilling holes then joining them together through the use of various types of welding processes.
- Trained other personnel in the safe operation of welding machinery and other related tools.
- Followed safety procedures while operating welding equipment and performing welds.
- Submitted process improvements and maintenance tickets to keep production running.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to identify defects and ensure quality.
- Provided technical support to other departments within the organization.
- Maintained accurate records of all repairs and maintenance performed on welding machines.
- Cleaned work areas after completion of each job by removing debris from work surfaces and sweeping floors.
- Developed new processes for improved production efficiency and quality control standards.
- Prevented errors through proactive diagnostics and correction of mechanical issues as well as following through with maintenance tickets.
- Troubleshot mechanical problems with welding equipment to determine necessary repairs or replacements.
- Followed OSHA, company and industry standards for optimal safety.
- Set up welding machines to ensure proper functioning during the welding process.
- Crane certified
CNC Lathe and Mill Operator
Alard Machine Products
Gardena, CA
02.2014 - 07.2015
- Operated milling machines to produce precision components for various applications.
- Adjusted machine settings to complete tasks accurately and efficiently.
- Inspected mill equipment and documented findings for maintenance personnel.
- Maintained strong quality standards through regular inspections and tests.
- Operated CNC machines to manufacture precision parts.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to specifications.
- Set up machine tools based on job requirements and technical drawings.
- Maintained quality control by inspecting parts for conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
- Operated multiple CNC machines simultaneously while adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Set up and operated CNC machines to perform repetitive machining operations on a variety of materials according to specifications.
- Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
- Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run parts and sample works with micrometers, calipers or other measuring instruments.
- Set controls to regulate speed, feed and coolant flow.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, adjusted machine controls as necessary during the run cycle.
- Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance tasks on CNC machinery.
- Monitored machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
- Set-up and operated lathes, mills and grinders to cut raw materials.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece.
Injection Molding Operator
Aerotek/ Rubbercraft
Long Beach, CA
06.2013 - 02.2014
- Operated machine to cut silicon eye cups to specific time and temperature.
- Check the parts and meet the FDA requirements.
- Accounted good and scrap metals pieces by hand written counts.
CNC Lathe Operator
Aerofit
Fullerton, CA
01.2013 - 06.2013
- Operated CNC mills; an handled some programming.
- Handled parts inspections with an emphasis on quality control.
- Operated standard lathes, reset-mills, and drill presses.
- Close tolerance of +/- .005”.
- Familiarized with Fatal Haas and Bridgeport machines.
- Familiarized with Calipers, Various types of Micrometers, Gauges, Go ring and No go ring.
- Multi-tasking with 3 machines.
Handyman
Salazar Construction
Victorville, CA
03.2012 - 01.2013
- Drywall installation
- Demolition of air vents
- Assisted in electrical work
Sales Associate
Home Depot
Los Angeles, CA
08.2009 - 12.2010
- Mix the paint for customers; any color, color match or from stock and carry out to their cars when needed.
- Paint the cages where the spray cans were locked in and items around the store
- Excellent customer service
- Licensed with the forklift and the reach
- Experienced in different departments such as plumbing, flooring, electric and Lumber
Coach
Coach Samir Fun & Sports
West Hollywood, CA
02.2008 - 07.2009
- Teach children ages 6 thru 13 different types of sports such as basketball, soccer, football, and baseball.
- Manage profiles and update computer files.
Education
Machinist Certificate -
NTMA Training Centers
Norwalk02-2012
Level 1 - Measurement, Materials, & Safety
National Institute of Metalworking Skills
01-2012
High School Diploma -
Animo South Los Angeles
Los Angeles01-2008
Skills
- Vertical Friction Stir Weld
- Circumferential Friction Stir Weld
- Horizontal Friction Stir Weld
- Conventional Machining
- CNC Lathe & Milling
- Set-up and operator
- Surface Grinding & Deburr Mini mill and lathe
- Basic Blueprint Understanding
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Authorize Overseer
- Effective communication
- Employee training
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Workflow improvement
- Welding safety practices
- Personal protective equipment
- Crane and rigging safety
- Visual inspection techniques
- Confined space training
Timeline
Vertical Friction Stir Weld Technician
Space Exploration Technologies
07.2015 - Current
CNC Lathe and Mill Operator
Alard Machine Products
02.2014 - 07.2015
Injection Molding Operator
Aerotek/ Rubbercraft
06.2013 - 02.2014
CNC Lathe Operator
Aerofit
01.2013 - 06.2013
Handyman
Salazar Construction
03.2012 - 01.2013
Sales Associate
Home Depot
08.2009 - 12.2010
Coach
Coach Samir Fun & Sports
02.2008 - 07.2009
Machinist Certificate -
NTMA Training Centers
Level 1 - Measurement, Materials, & Safety
National Institute of Metalworking Skills
High School Diploma -
Animo South Los Angeles