Martin Pawlina
Bristol,CT
Summary
Professional Summary
Experienced Power Press Setup Operator with over 16 years of hands-on manufacturing experience in high-volume production environments. Proven ability to set up, operate, and troubleshoot automatic and progressive power presses (65–250 tons) while maintaining strict quality and safety standards. Strong background in first-article inspection, quality control, tooling adjustments, and metal fabrication. Reliable, safety-minded, and productive team player with a preference for second-shift operations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Power Press set up/Operator
Tiger Enterprises Inc
Plantsville, Connecticut
12.2024 - Current
- Set up and operated power presses ranging from 65 to 250 tons in a production environment.
- Performed tooling changes and press adjustments to meet print and tolerance requirements.
- Troubleshot press and tooling issues to reduce downtime and maintain production flow.
- Set up and operated secondary presses as required by production schedules.
- Operated forklift to move raw materials, finished goods, and scrap metal.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safety-focused work area.
Power Press Set up /Operator
CSS ( Ct Spring & Stamping )
Farmington, CT
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Set up and operated automatic power presses, including Bruderer and Minster machines.
- Conducted first-article inspections following setup to ensure parts met blueprint tolerances.
- Maintained ongoing quality checks throughout production runs.
- Troubleshot and repaired press and tooling issues to improve productivity.
- Operated forklift to stage and transport finished products.
- Consistently followed safety procedures and housekeeping standards.
Sheet Metal Fabricator
Electro-Methods, INC
South Windsor, CT
12.2003 - 07.2007
- Fabricated and modified metal components using hand tools, grinders, drills, and shears.
- Operated press brakes, plate rolls, angle rolls, channel rolls, and shears.
- Trimmed, deburred, and finished parts to meet quality requirements.
- Inspected components using measuring devices and adjusted as needed.
- Followed detailed assembly instructions to meet engineering specifications.
Machine Operator
O'Donnell Corparation
Orlando, FL
09.2001 - 11.2003
- Operated hydraulic guillotine cutters, grommet machines, and laminators.
- Cut and processed various materials including foam core, magnet, static cling, and plastics.
- Prepared and packed orders to ensure safe and accurate shipment.
- Worked closely with team members to meet production deadlines.
Machine Operator
Rowley Spring And Stamping Corp.
Bristol, CT
03.2000 - 07.2001
- Operated, maintained and performed repairs on Tape and Reel Machines which consist of various metal components for circuit boards.
- Operated, maintained power press that made the various components for Tape & Reel Machines.
- Maintained Stringent quality control work with shadowgraph, micrometer and other measuring devices.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Britain High School
110 Mill St New Britain, CtDrafting Technology
E.C. Goodwin Tech
735 Slater Rd New Britain, CtSkills
- Power Press Setup & Operation (65–250 Ton)
- Automatic & Progressive Presses
- Bruderer & Minster Presses
- Tooling Setup & Adjustments
- First-Piece & In-Process Quality Inspection
- Blueprint & Tolerance Reading
- Troubleshooting & Preventive Maintenance
- Metal Fabrication & Assembly
- Forklift Operation (Certified)
- Safety Compliance & 5S Practices
- Team Collaboration & Communication
Certification
- Certified Forklift Operator
Timeline
Power Press set up/Operator
Tiger Enterprises Inc
12.2024 - Current
Power Press Set up /Operator
CSS ( Ct Spring & Stamping )
07.2021 - 08.2023
Sheet Metal Fabricator
Electro-Methods, INC
12.2003 - 07.2007
Machine Operator
O'Donnell Corparation
09.2001 - 11.2003
Machine Operator
Rowley Spring And Stamping Corp.
03.2000 - 07.2001
High School Diploma -
New Britain High School
Drafting Technology
E.C. Goodwin Tech
Additional Experience
Owner / Operator — Gas Station & Smoke Shop | Southington, CT
June 2006 – August 2018
- Managed daily operations, inventory, and employee supervision.
- Trained and mentored staff in a fast-paced environment.
Independent Contractor (Driver) — Uber Technologies Inc. | Bristol, CT
August 2018 – March 2020