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Juan Montesdeoca

Chicago,IL

Summary

Reliable Machinist skilled at reading and following machine schematics and standard operating procedures. Meticulous and systematic with excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Accomplished in manufacturing and repairing precision parts and instruments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Packaging Line Operator

Pure's Food Specialties Inc
Chicago, IL
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Observed machine operations to verify quality and conformity of packaged products, stepping in to resolve issues promptly and avoid costly production errors.
  • Maintained optimal equipment performance by carrying out simple hourly maintenance on machines.
  • Reported malfunctions and errors to supervising staff, addressed concerns and supported other machine operators completing challenging workloads under tight schedules.
  • Performed packaging tasks alongside team to demonstrate proper methods according to labor plan and assigned tasks.
  • Labeled, recorded, and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage.
  • Operated tape machines, scales and label printers to package items correctly.
  • Operated manual pallet jacks and forklifts to move and store materials.

Machinist

Sb Specialty Metals
Chicago, IL
06.2022 - 01.2024
  • Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
  • Maintained quality and safety standards; kept records of maintenance and repair work.
  • Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
  • Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
  • Aligned components for assembly according to blueprint specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers or dial indicators.
  • Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
  • Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates and protractors.
  • Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
  • Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
  • Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
  • Selected appropriate speeds and feeds according to metal type and finish specifications.
  • Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process to report problems and required repairs.
  • Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
  • Maintained logs, lists and files and promptly completed necessary paperwork.
  • Sustained lockout and tag-out safety protocols by properly using equipment and materials.
  • Separated scrap waste and related materials for reuse or recycling.

Friction welding machine operator

Chicago Turnrite Co
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Observed hydrostatic and dimension tolerance tests to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.

Industrial Sewing Machine Operator

Bearse USA
Chicago, IL
08.2020 - 12.2021
  • Conducted routine sewing machine maintenance, lubrication, belt changes and lint removal.
  • Operated sewing machines to join, reinforce, or decorate products and performed hand stitching for smaller projects.
  • Prevented materials waste by completing accurate measurements and precise cuts.
  • Finalized products by attaching hardware, labels and tags and preparing shipments.

Education

High School Diploma -

School October 9
Ecuador
01-1998

Skills

  • Machine Operation
  • Computer skills
  • Forklift Driver
  • Side loader forklift driver
  • Tooling and fixtures
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Materials Management
  • Quality Control
  • Machine Cooling Tools
  • Measurement tools
  • Equipment Operation
  • Production monitoring
  • Machine setup
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Product inspection
  • English Elementary

Languages

Spanish
Native language
English
Elementary (A2)
A2

Timeline

Packaging Line Operator

Pure's Food Specialties Inc
01.2025 - 07.2025

Machinist

Sb Specialty Metals
06.2022 - 01.2024

Friction welding machine operator

Chicago Turnrite Co
01.2022 - 05.2022

Industrial Sewing Machine Operator

Bearse USA
08.2020 - 12.2021

High School Diploma -

School October 9
Juan Montesdeoca