John Ash
Castro Valley,CA
Summary
Manufacturing technician with extensive experience in TIG welding and mechanical and electrical maintenance, honed at Antora Energy. Proficient in the specialized manufacturing of thermal batteries using stainless and carbon steel. Demonstrated ability to enhance production efficiency and maintain high-quality standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Manufacturing Technician
Antora Energy
Santa Clara, California
02.2025 - Current
- Welded stainless steel and carbon steel pipes in various positions, ensuring compliance with project specifications and standards.
- Operated MIG and TIG welding machines for various metal projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to achieve precise weld placements, enhancing project quality.
- Trained junior welders on welding techniques and best practices, fostering skill development and operational consistency.
- Inspected welded joints for quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Fabricated and assembled piping systems according to specifications and blueprints.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
Manufacturing Technician
Antora Energy
Santa Clara, California
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Assisted in training other technicians on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
- Troubleshot problems with equipment, devices and products.
- Prepared and assembled materials and set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while operating machinery.
Manufacturing Technician Level 2
Velo3D
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Upgrade both software and hardware components of 3D printers.
- Interpret design documentation and integrated assemblies for Metal 3D printers.
- Operation of production equipment using current work instructions and station manuals.
- Operated and maintained high-voltage electrical panels to ensure safe and efficient functioning.
- Collaborated with leads, managers, and co-workers to successfully meet production schedules.
- Construct hardware components, manage procurement by placing orders, and oversee inventory tracking for supplies.
- Used hand tools, power tools, measuring instruments, and test equipment in compliance with safety regulations and OSHA standards.
Maintenance Technician
Velo3D
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Perform routine maintenance and calibration of metal 3D printers and ancillary equipment according to established schedules and procedures.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, electrical, and software issues to minimize downtime and maximize equipment uptime.
- Collaborate with engineering and production teams to address maintenance-related challenges and optimize equipment performance.
- Execute preventive maintenance tasks to prevent equipment failures and ensure consistent production quality.
- Maintain accurate documentation of maintenance activities, including logs, reports, and equipment performance metrics.
- Adhere to safety protocols and procedures while performing maintenance tasks in our manufacturing facility.
Process Technician
Velo3D
02.2019 - 08.2022
- Configure and prepare 3D printing machines for production runs.
- Monitored real-time data during printing processes to identify and address anomalies impacting quality.
- Perform dimensional and visual inspections using precision measuring instruments.
- Performed routine maintenance on 3D printers, ensuring operational uptime and preventing breakdowns.
- Maintain detailed records of equipment settings, process parameters, and production activities.
- Collaborated with engineers and team members to pinpoint and implement process enhancements.
Construction Worker
White Cove Inc
03.2018 - 08.2019
- Installed doors, windows, roofs, siding, decks, porches, stairs, railings, flooring systems and insulation according to building codes.
- Deliver high quality customer service regarding the progress of construction projects; professional communication to clients on project updates.
- Followed detailed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks related to each project.
Education
High School Diploma -
San Benito High School
01-2018
Skills
- Computer Skills
- Mechanical/Electrical Maintenance
- Self motivated
- Coordination and organization
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Leadership and Teamwork
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Safety Protocols
- Weld quality inspection
- TIG welding operation
- Piping fabrication
Certification
- 5'S Certification
Forklift Certification
Electrical safety training
CPR Certifaction
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Lead Manufacturing Technician
Antora Energy
02.2025 - Current
Manufacturing Technician
Antora Energy
10.2024 - 02.2025
Manufacturing Technician Level 2
Velo3D
06.2023 - 08.2024
Maintenance Technician
Velo3D
08.2022 - 05.2023
Process Technician
Velo3D
02.2019 - 08.2022
Construction Worker
White Cove Inc
03.2018 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
San Benito High School