With a proven track record at Excel Cabinets Inc., I excel in custom installations and client communication, ensuring projects meet and exceed expectations. My expertise in woodworking techniques and power tools, combined with a knack for material sourcing, has consistently delivered high-quality craftsmanship under tight deadlines, achieving a remarkable customer satisfaction rate.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Cabinet Installation Technician
Excel Cabinets Inc.
Corona
05.2015 - Current
Perform minor adjustments on doors and drawers to ensure proper fitment.
Construct cabinetry from scratch utilizing jigsaws, biscuit joiners and table saws.
Finish products with stains, sealers or paints according to customer requests.
Completed work quickly and helped team members in order to achieve deadlines and satisfy customers.
Lift heavy objects safely using appropriate techniques such as dollies or slings.
Maintain a clean workspace throughout all projects.
Follow safety regulations when operating equipment.
Assemble wooden components into frames using glue, screws and dowels.
Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
Work collaboratively with colleagues in order to meet deadlines.
Kept worksites organized, clean and free of safety hazards.
Sand wood surfaces to create a smooth finish.
Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
Observed strict deadlines and adjusted plans according to changes in production schedules to maintain targets.
Cabinetmaker and Installer
Royal Cabinets
Pomona, CA
02.2011 - 04.2015
Sprayed assembled articles with protective or decorative finishes to desired look.
Maintain a clean workspace throughout all projects.
Follow safety regulations when operating equipment.
Inspect finished products for quality assurance purposes.
Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
Observed strict deadlines and adjusted plans according to changes in production schedules to maintain targets.
Cut materials using saws, routers and other power tools.
Repair damaged furniture by replacing broken parts or reinforcing joints.
Mastered panel saw, clamps and drilling and dowel machinery and applied skills toward producing high-quality work for every customer.
Respond promptly to customer inquiries regarding installation or repairs.
Train new employees on safe use of tools and machines used in cabinetmaking installations.
Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Assessor/Weatherization Technician
Masco Contractors Services Inc.
Riverside, CA
07.2010 - 08.2011
Coordinated deliveries of materials needed for job sites as well as removal of debris after completion.
Prepared detailed reports of findings after completing each audit or project.
Observed corporate safety regulations and protocols, including with use power tools and other machinery, to prevent personal injury or structural damage.
Troubleshot problems with existing insulation systems that had been improperly installed.
Replaced windows, doors and other components to reduce air leakage from buildings.
Inspected buildings to identify areas for weatherization modifications, repairs and other improvements.
Recommended techniques to weatherize doors and windows to boost home energy efficiency and lower electricity costs.
Followed manufacturer guidelines when installing replacement parts during repairs.
Responded promptly to customer inquiries about their pending weatherization projects.
Diagnosed issues with HVAC systems that were not operating properly due to lack of maintenance.
Instructed customers in the use of programmable thermostats, timers and other devices designed to save energy costs.
Analyzed data collected from various sources such as utility bills and inspection reports prior to making recommendations for improvements.
Visited job sites regularly to review progress made by contractors working on larger scale weatherization projects.
Installed insulation, weather stripping, caulking and other materials to reduce air infiltration and improve energy efficiency.
Worked closely with local building inspectors to ensure compliance with all applicable codes.
Repaired minor electrical problems related to weatherization projects.
Used insulation materials to wrap air ducts and water lines, minimizing heat loss, and optimizing system efficiency.
Maintained accurate records of all work performed including materials used and labor hours required.
Trained new technicians in best practices for performing weatherization tasks safely and efficiently.
Machinist
Vixen Industries
Riverside, CA
01.2004 - 11.2010
Trained, directed and instructed apprentices and helpers to increase production levels and meet established goals.
Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
Measured, marked and indicated dimensions and reference points on materials.
Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
Trained new employees in the use of machinery used in the manufacturing process.
Streamlined operational efficiencies by maintaining injection molding machines, dies, robotic bottle packing machines and vacuum and casting furnaces.
Tested experimental models under simulated operating conditions to determine standardization and feasibility of design.
Calculated dimensions or tolerances using micrometers or vernier calipers.
Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
Dismantled and inspected components to complete necessary adjustments and repairs.
Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
Designed fixtures, tooling or experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.
Assembled machined parts into mechanical units using hand tools and power tools.
Supervised other workers engaged in operating machines and making repairs on machinery.
Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
Aligned and secured holding fixtures, cutting tools and attachments onto machines.
Sharpened, replaced and tracked cutting tools to adhere to strict quality control and usage schedules.
Separated scrap waste and related materials for reuse or recycling.
Sustained lockout and tag-out safety protocols by properly using equipment and materials.
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.
Maintained logs, lists and files and promptly completed necessary paperwork.
Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.
Shipping and Receiving Technician
Champion Electric
Riverside, CA
02.2005 - 11.2006
Verified purchase orders against invoices to ensure that billing is accurate.
Obtained required documentation to process shipments and support movement.
Rejected deliveries containing damaged items or shortages and corresponded with shipper to rectify issues.
Compared shipping routes or methods to determine least environmental impact.
Recorded shipment data for reporting, accounting or recordkeeping purposes.
Monitored merchandise received and shipped from facility in computer system.
Assisted in maintaining a clean work environment by organizing shelves and disposing of waste materials properly.
Examined shipment contents and compare with manifests, invoices or orders to verify accuracy.
Prepared work orders, bills of lading or shipping orders to route materials.
Developed relationships with carriers in order to secure competitive rates on freight services.
Received and inspected incoming shipments for accuracy of items, quantity, and quality.
Directed warehouse team in stocking merchandise, pulling orders and setting up loads.
Maintained accurate records of all shipping and receiving activities in the company database.
Unpacked and examined incoming shipments to confirm consistency with records and routed materials to appropriate department.
Communicated with carrier representatives to follow specific procedures and make special delivery arrangements.
Computed shipping, storage or demurrage charges using computer or price list.
Managed inventory levels by replenishing stock as needed while controlling costs through efficient ordering practices.
Requisitioned and stored shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.
Utilized bar code scanning technology for tracking products throughout the supply chain process.
Determined shipping methods, routes or rates for materials to be shipped.