Martin Hernandez
Garland,TX
Summary
Precision-driven Hydraulic Press Operator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in operation monitoring, quality control analysis, and machinery maintenance which ensure optimal performance and output. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and teamwork, enabling successful project execution and workplace collaboration.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Hydraulic Press Operator
Peligen Technologies
Garland, Tx.
09.2002 - Current
- Managed daily workflow to ensure smooth operations.
- Trained and mentored new press operators, enhancing their competency in equipment use.
- Supported training of new press operators on presses and related equipment, facilitating their onboarding process.
- Monitored machinery performance and conducted routine maintenance checks.
- Operated hydraulic presses to shape and mold materials efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production processes daily.
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications to ensure precise production alignment.
- Ensured workplace safety by following established protocols and guidelines.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues to minimize downtime effectively.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes.
- Maintained accurate production logs for quality control and reporting purposes.
- Set up and operated hydraulic presses to shape, form, join or separate components of material such as plastic, rubber, metal or paper.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
- Checked that all safety devices were in place prior to operating press.
- Reported any damages and issues with machinery immediately so they could be addressed quickly.
- Followed standard operating procedures when setting up jobs on the hydraulic presses.
- Identified potential hazards associated with operating machinery in order to ensure safe working conditions.
- Troubleshot issues related to the machines' performance during operation.
- Ensured proper lubrication was applied before starting production runs.
- Determined feed rates of materials into the press according to specifications.
- Operated overhead cranes to move heavy objects around the shop floor safely.
- Used hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, for minor repairs on machines.
- Recorded data from each production run including number of pieces produced, cycle time and scrap rate percentage.
- Monitored machine operation and observed work pieces for conformance to customer specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of production activities throughout shift including downtime reports, start times and end times.
- Cleaned work area at end of shift using air hose or other cleaning supplies.
- Installed die sets into the press ensuring they were level and secure before beginning operations.
- Loaded dies into the press bed with a hoist or crane.
- Read blueprints and drawings to determine size requirements for parts being pressed.
- Trained new employees on company and safety standards, providing assistance and remediation with issues.
- Understood and complied with plant environmental, health and safety, environmental and OSHA regulatory requirements.
- Monitored machine operations and observed control panels and gauges to identify malfunctions.
- Notified supervisors of malfunctions, nonconformances or quality issues.
- Transported materials and finished products between departments.
Education
Kimball High School
Dallas, TXSkills
- Hydraulic press operation
- Machine troubleshooting
- Blueprint interpretation
- Equipment maintenance
Timeline
Lead Hydraulic Press Operator
Peligen Technologies
09.2002 - Current
Kimball High School