JOSE MARI MERINO
Buena Park,CA
Summary
Resourceful Industrial Maintenance Mechanic known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized in predictive maintenance, hydraulic systems, and pneumatic machinery which ensure peak operational functionality. Excel at problem-solving, time management, and teamwork, crucial soft skills that enhance job performance and workplace harmony. Strong troubleshooting skills to be able to find root cause of mechanical issues. Committed to safety protocols and continuous learning to stay ahead of industry developments.
Overview
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Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Kings Hawaiian Bakery
Torrance, California
04.2026 - 07.2026
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Performed preventative maintenance on production lines to minimize downtime.
- Troubleshot electrical and mechanical issues to maintain operational efficiency.
- Repaired and replaced faulty components on industrial equipment and systems.
- Documented maintenance activities and repairs in compliance with company standards.
- Replaced worn-out belts, chains, sprockets, gears, bearings and other components.
- Ordered necessary replacement parts from suppliers when needed for repairs.
- Adhered to safety, health and environmental rules and regulations to avoid workplace injury and machine productivity.
- Conduct changeovers and post-changeover support
- Conduct machinery startup and shutdown process.
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Shasta Beverages Inc.
La Mirada, California
08.2020 - 04.2026
- Performed routine preventative maintenance and repairs on production equipment, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
- Troubleshoot and diagnosed mechanical failures and implemented effective solutions, enhancing machinery reliability and productivity.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while performing maintenance activities.
- Fabricated metal machine parts when needed using welding techniques.
- Rebuilt worn out components in order to restore them to their original condition.
- Conducted preventative maintenance checks on machinery, contributing to improved operational efficiency and reducing repair costs.
- Managed inventory of spare parts and tools, ensuring availability and reducing delays in maintenance activities.
- Responded quickly to emergency repair requests from production personnel.
- Replaced defective parts, such as motors, gear boxes, VFD's, bearings, shafts, sprockets, chains, pulleys, valves and other components.
- Basic electrical knowledge, able to rewire, replace and re-calibrate sensors, photo-eyes, low and high volt, 1-3 phase motors, VFD with basic parameter calibrations.
- Disassembled malfunctioning equipment to identify issues and complete repairs using specialized tools.
- Selected troubleshooting methodologies to find malfunctions in machine systems to conduct repairs.
- Read and interpreted technical documents blueprints to disassemble and reassemble equipment for repairs and component replacements.
- Fabricated new parts to repair broken material.
- Able to operate, troubleshoot and repair machines, but not limited to - DePalletizer, Filler, Cappers, Seamers, Warmers, Heat Tunnels, Packers / Cartoners, Wrappers, Labelers, Coders / Printers, Palletizers, Boilers, CO2 and Amonia Refrigeration, Mixers / Blenders, Waste water management, Sleeve Labeler.
Manufacturing Technician
Reinhold Ind
Santa Fe Springs, California
02.2019 - 02.2020
- Used hand tools, power tools and measurement devices to perform production operations.
- Performed machine set-up activities prior to start up of production run.
- Collaborated with team members to promptly accomplish tasks and meet deadlines.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products to ensure accuracy.
- Prepared and assembled materials and set up and operated production equipment in accordance with current manufacturing practices and standard operating procedures.
Gunsmith /CNC Machinist
Entreprise Arms Inc.
Baldwin Park, California
02.2010 - 01.2019
- Fabricated precision firearm components using CNC machining techniques, ensuring adherence to stringent quality and safety standards.
- Developed and implemented enhanced manufacturing processes, resulting in improved production efficiency and reduced waste.
- Conducted thorough inspections and quality control checks on finished products, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and specifications.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to design and prototype new firearm models, integrating innovative features based on market demand.
- Participated in industry workshops and trade shows to stay updated on technological advancements and best practices in gunsmithing.
- Assembled new firearms from components and parts.
- Used specialized tools such as lathes, grinders and milling machines to fabricate gun parts.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CaliforniaHigh school or equivalent -
Norwalk High School
Norwalk, CaliforniaSkills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Preventative maintenance
- Equipment repair
- Blueprint interpretation
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Weld MIG
- Weld TIG
- Weld Stick
- Metal Fabrication
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Industrial machinery repair
- Welding and fabrication
- Teamwork and communication
- Schematic interpretation
- Pneumatic systems
- Multitasking Abilities
- Fabrication techniques
- Industrial hydraulics
- Operate and Repair Fillers
- Operate and Repair Cappers
- Operate and Repair Seamers
- Operate and Repair Packers
- Operate and Repair Wrappers
- Operate and Repair Cartoners
- Operate and Repair Labelers
- Operate and Repair Coders
- Operate and Repair Printers
- Operate and Repair De-Palletizer
- Operate and Repair Auto Palletizers
- Machine Audits
- Machine Changeovers
- Mechanical problem diagnosis
- Problem-solving abilities
- Maintenance and repairs
Certification
- CPR and AED Certified
- Forklift Certified
- Up to date with Mechanic Safety Certifications
- Up to date with GMP Certifications and training
- Up to date with PPE Certifications and training
Languages
- English, Native/ Bilingual
- Spanish, Native/ Bilingual
- Tagalog, Native/ Bilingual
- Bisaya, Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Kings Hawaiian Bakery
04.2026 - 07.2026
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Shasta Beverages Inc.
08.2020 - 04.2026
Manufacturing Technician
Reinhold Ind
02.2019 - 02.2020
Gunsmith /CNC Machinist
Entreprise Arms Inc.
02.2010 - 01.2019
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Cerritos College
High school or equivalent -
Norwalk High School