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, CAProfessional Trade Certification - Welding
Welding Trade School
San Jose, CASkills
- 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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