JONATHAN REYES
Modesto,CA
Summary
Experienced CNC Machine Operator and Production Operator with 10+ years of current equipment machine operation and extensive manufacturing, RTE food production, mechanical maintenance, fabrication, and equipment operation experience. Skilled in operating and troubleshooting production and packaging equipment, CNC waterjet machinery, forklifts, RF scanners, computerized production systems, and material-handling equipment. Experienced with quality control, inventory, preventative maintenance, conveyor repair, LOTO, GMP, HACCP processes, and fast-paced production environments. Safety-focused, dependable, mechanically skilled, and able to learn and operate new equipment efficiently.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Experienced Production Operator Level 2 (RTE Packaging)
SELECT HARVEST USA
Turlock, CA
01.2026 - Current
- Operate and maintain fast-paced Ready-to-Eat (RTE) production and packaging lines in a food-processing environment.
- Set up, operate, adjust, troubleshoot, and sanitize packaging and processing equipment while maintaining production throughput.
- Operate packaging equipment including box lines, pouch lines, form-seal-fill lines, and bulk-fill equipment.
- Operate roasters and pasteurizers while performing detailed quality checks and following food-safety requirements.
- Operate electric forklifts and palletizing equipment safely in a production environment.
- Use RF scanners and company inventory systems to maintain inventory control, traceability, physical counts, and material movement.
- Inspect finished product for quality, print requirements, weight accuracy, and customer specifications.
- Set up and adjust ink-jet printers according to customer print requirements.
- Package, palletize, wrap, and strap finished product weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Follow GMP, HACCP, SQF, PPE, LOTO, and food-safety procedures.
- Troubleshoot packaging equipment to reduce downtime and maintain production efficiency.
- Work effectively in clean-room and fast-paced food-production environments while maintaining quality standards.
Weigh Master / Feed Mill Operator
NUWEST MILLING
Hughson, CA
09.2021 - 01.2026
- Operated computer-controlled automation systems used to grind and mix feed for multiple animal species.
- Operated scales and weighing equipment to accurately weigh materials, products, and trucks.
- Maintained accurate weight, production, inventory, and shipment records.
- Performed equipment inspections and daily greasing, oiling, and lubrication of augers and production machinery.
- Assisted the Master Mechanic with routine equipment maintenance and identification of maintenance needs.
- Loaded and unloaded commodities and products using propane and electric forklifts.
- Managed shipment and receipt of products, materials, and supplies and tracked incoming/outgoing shipments.
- Used scanners, inventory records, and daily movement logs to maintain accurate material tracking.
- Worked with vendors, drivers, logistics personnel, and other departments in a production environment.
CNC Waterjet Machine Operator / Granite Fabricator
US GRANITE
Hayward, CA
03.2008 - 09.2021
- Operated CNC-controlled waterjet equipment to cut granite, marble, and quartz according to measurements, templates, drawings, and production requirements.
- Set up and monitored CNC waterjet cutting operations to produce accurate finished pieces.
- Read blueprints, measurements, templates, and job specifications.
- Inspected slabs and finished products for imperfections, cracks, quality issues, and dimensional accuracy.
- Loaded and unloaded heavy stone slabs using forklifts and material-handling equipment.
- Used RF scanners and barcode systems to identify and track materials.
- Performed grinding, polishing, cutting, and fabrication of stone products.
- Maintained and cleaned CNC machines and heavy-duty production equipment.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and reported mechanical issues.
- Organized stone inventory and maintained records of materials.
- Operated CNC waterjet machinery for approximately 10 years in a high-volume stone fabrication environment.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Modesto High School
Modesto, CA01.2009
Skills
- Delivered CNC waterjet operation for production needs
- 10 years experience
- Achieved steady CNC machine production support
- Completed CNC setup and monitoring tasks
- Produced accurate blueprint readings and measurements
- Supported stone fabrication operations
- Handled granite, marble, and quartz production materials
- Completed production and packaging equipment work
- Resolved machine troubleshooting and mechanical repair issues
- Maintained equipment through preventative maintenance
- Kept industrial equipment operating through routine maintenance
- Completed conveyor repair and maintenance work
- Followed lockout/tagout (LOTO) safety procedures
- Maintained GMP and HACCP process compliance
- Supported quality control through product inspection
- Completed forklift operation for material movement
- 20 years experience
- Supported material handling and heavy equipment movement
- Completed shipping and receiving responsibilities
- Managed RF scanner and barcode system use
- Maintained inventory control and material tracking accuracy
- Used hand and power tools for production support
- Worked within computerized production systems
- Supported manufacturing and warehouse operations
- Followed safety procedures and OSHA compliance standards
- Completed heavy lifting and physical production work
- Handled Microsoft Word and basic computer tasks
- Contributed strong teamwork and communication
- Used bilingual communication to support operations
- Applied problem solving and quick learning in work tasks
Timeline
Experienced Production Operator Level 2 (RTE Packaging)
SELECT HARVEST USA
01.2026 - Current
Weigh Master / Feed Mill Operator
NUWEST MILLING
09.2021 - 01.2026
CNC Waterjet Machine Operator / Granite Fabricator
US GRANITE
03.2008 - 09.2021
High School Diploma - undefined
Modesto High School