Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments. With leadership skills and experience by being a non commissioned officer in the United States Marine Corps.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Kit Assembly Technician
Qiagen Sciences
Germantown, MD
06.2023 - 01.2025
Executed data-gathering transactions to facilitate assembly progression.
Referenced blueprints, specifications and work orders to assemble and install products to quality requirements.
Inspected various components for coating integrity, color requirements and damage.
Maintained clean workstation, equipment and text fixtures in safe condition.
Supported continuous product flow within manufacturing process by training, coaching and assisting other employees.
Maintained neat, organized and clean work areas to avoid safety concerns or production delays.
Formed assemblies and subassemblies using basic and advanced tools.
Completed component assembly with minimal supervision to meet deadlines.
Kept eye on material levels, counted supplies and restocked components to maintain production.
Conducted visual inspections and checked for product defects.
Operates equipment safely and checked regularly for operational issues.
Adhered to work safety standards, wore protective equipment and removed workplace hazards from job sites.
Assembled and completed products according to production schedules.
Retrieved correct materials from product inventory to perform various fabrication duties.
Recorded and reported product damages and malfunctions for supervisor review.
Inbound Warehouse Associate
Target
Germantown, MD
07.2022 - 03.2023
Unloaded trucks of merchandise
Sorted merchandise
Stocked store shelves and warehouse shelves
H-1 Helicopter Series Airframe Technician
United States Marine Corps
Kaneohe, HI
02.2016 - 02.2021
Tracked repair and maintenance activities with daily log updates and thorough reports.
Completed daily inspections of each aircraft to check flight readiness.
Balanced flight controls for accuracy and safety.
Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on Huey and Cobra aircraft.
Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
Executed corrosion control and inspection duties with minimal supervision.
Utilized hand and power tools to detect and repair aircraft malfunctions and damages.
Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
Supervised and completed flight line foreign object prevention walks.
Attached test instruments to equipment, reading dials and gauges to diagnose malfunctions.
Disassembled units and inspected parts for wear with micrometers, calipers and gauges.
Examined and adjusted protective guards, loose bolts and specified safety devices.
Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
Planned work procedures using charts, technical manuals and experience.
Inspected and verified dimensions and clearances of parts to verify conformance to factory specifications.
Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on Huey and Cobra aircraft.
Serviced all types of aircraft systems, including brakes, air handling and electrical.
Warehouse Worker
Best Buy
Germantown, MD
11.2015 - 02.2016
Unload trucks of merchandise
Sorted merchandise
Stocked store shelves and stocked warehouse shelves
Pulled televisions from warehouse shelves to deliver to customers
Cashier
Kohl's
Gaithersburg, MD
08.2015 - 11.2015
Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
Answered customer questions and provided store information.
Collected payments and provided accurate change.
Close the store at the end of the day
Bus Boy
Uncle Julios
Gaithersburg, MD
02.2014 - 07.2014
Cleaned tables
Made tableside guacamole for customers
Opened or closed the restaurant
Cleaned restaurant
Education
High School Diploma -
Northwest High School
Germantown, MD
05.2014
Skills
Clear Communication
Workflow Planning
Document Preparation
Pattern Recognition
Contents Verification
Shipment Inspection
Records Management
Organization and Prioritization
Data Documentation
Damage Identification and Reporting
Problem-Solving
Safety Compliance
Critical Thinking
Cargo Loading
Basic Mathematics
Quality Control
Basic Repairs
Materials Handling
Hazardous Materials
Environmental Impact Control
Time Management
High Stress Decision Making
Equipment and Machine Troubleshooting
Component Assembly
Safe Equipment Operations
Experience Working Assembly Line
Production Scheduling
Knowledge of Production Processes
Instructions Adherence
Attention to Detail
Product inspection
Tool operation
Education and Training
other
Accomplishments
Certificate of Commendation, USMC from Lieutenant Colonel Grant Commanding Officer: As a Lance Corporal, Luis Benitez performed the duties of a H-1 airframes day crew desk sergeant during Integrated Training Exercise from 14 July to 22 August 2019. This a duty typically held by sergeants, a rank he is 2 levels below. Lcpl Benitez was responsible for directing the safe, effective, and completion of over 104 maintenance actions forms accumulating over 570 maintenance working hours.