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Martin Pawlina

Bristol,CT

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Flexible

Desired Job Title

Power Press Set up /OperatorSheet Metal FabricatorMachine OperatorMachine OperatorPower Press set up/Operator

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-Site
Location: Bristol, CT
Open to relocation: Yes

Important To Me

Paid sick leaveWork-life balanceCareer advancement401k matchPaid time off

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

17
17
years of professional experience

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, Ct

Drafting Technology

E.C. Goodwin Tech
735 Slater Rd New Britain, Ct

Skills

  • 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

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