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Manuel Santillana

Santa Clara,CA

Summary

Seasoned welding technician with decades of experience. Skilled metal worker with a strong commitment to safety, efficiency, and accuracy. Proven history of reliability, peer mentorship, and professionalism in the metal fabrication industry

Overview

50
50
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Welder

FM Industries Inc
01.2014 - 02.2023
  • Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
  • Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding.

Lead Welder

CDS Engineering Inc.
05.2010 - 11.2013
  • Prepared surfaces for welding by smoothing and removing debris to achieve proper adhesion and weld quality.
  • Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
  • Evaluated and tested various soldering materials for accuracy.

Journeyman Welder

Various
01.1980 - 04.2012
  • Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straitening, reshaping, and reassembling parts.
  • Interpreted verbal and written instructions from work orders and welding blueprints.
  • Rose from fabricator roles to supervisory and management roles at several shops over a long career including but not limited to Sanmina Corp, Western Precision Inc, South Bay Metal Corp, Uni Fab Industries, and others.

1316 - Designation Metal Worker

United States Marine Corps
08.1973 - 08.1979
  • Strategized best methods and tactics for efficient storage and handling of materials.
  • Fulfilled output requirements while consistently reducing scrap levels.
  • Inspected individual parts, assemblies and installations for adherence to specifications and building codes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Santa Clara High School
Santa Clara, CA

Professional Trade Certification - Welding

Welding Trade School
San Jose, CA

Skills

  • Equipment Safety
  • Structural Supports
  • Verbal Interpreting
  • Blending Techniques
  • Corrective Actions
  • Worksite Safety
  • Blueprint Reading and Interpretation
  • Waste Reduction

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Lead Welder

FM Industries Inc
01.2014 - 02.2023

Lead Welder

CDS Engineering Inc.
05.2010 - 11.2013

Journeyman Welder

Various
01.1980 - 04.2012

1316 - Designation Metal Worker

United States Marine Corps
08.1973 - 08.1979

High School Diploma -

Santa Clara High School

Professional Trade Certification - Welding

Welding Trade School

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