Maximiliano Lerma
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Results-driven Manufacturing Associate with extensive experience at Biolinq, excelling in quality inspection and process improvement. Proven ability to troubleshoot machinery and enhance production efficiency while training new employees. Skilled in blueprint reading and effective communication, consistently ensuring compliance with safety standards and achieving high-quality outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Technician 2
Biolinq
San Diego, CA
03.2022 - Current
- Read engineering drawings and specifications to determine job instructions and material requirements.
- Inspect raw materials prior to use in the assembly process to ensure they meet established standards.
- Identify defective components or finished goods items during the inspection process and make appropriate adjustments accordingly.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations when operating machinery.
- Inspected finished products for defects before packaging them for shipment.
- Monitor machines for malfunctions that may affect product quality or production efficiency.
- Troubleshoot problems in the manufacturing process by identifying root causes and proposing solutions.
- Adjust machine settings according to product specifications or process changes.
- Participated in regular meetings with supervisors and other personnel to discuss progress and potential improvements on current projects.
- Set up and operate a variety of machinery used in the manufacturing process.
- Clean work areas regularly to maintain a safe working environment.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures and standards.
- Followed established manufacturing guidelines related to quality assurance standards.
- Collaborate with other team members to improve production processes while ensuring safety protocols are followed at all times.
- Communicated with team members regarding status updates of ongoing projects.
- Assemble parts into finished products using various mechanical processes including welding, brazing, soldering, gluing and riveting.
- Recorded production data such as quantity produced, scrap rate, and cycle time information accurately.
- Maintain records of production, quality control, and machine maintenance activities.
- Train new employees on proper operation of machines used in the manufacturing process.
- Maintained production facilities at high standard of cleanliness and organization to improve quality of products.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production efficiency and quality.
- Operated machines and performed production tasks to manufacture company products.
- Performed inspections during production to detect quality problems.
- Communicated with co-workers to improve unit production.
Machine Operator
Cue health
San Diego, CA
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Replace worn tools, sharpen cutting tools, adjust machinery components.
- Identify areas where improvements can be made in terms of efficiency or cost savings.
- Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
- Performed regular maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.
- Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Collaborate with other departments when necessary for successful completion of projects.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
- Record production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Adjusted machine settings according to production requirements.
- Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
Pump Assembler
Tandem
San Diego, CA
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Maintain a clean work area by disposing of debris properly.
- Collaborate with other departments such as Quality Assurance and Purchasing.
- Install seals, gaskets and other components on pumps.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and regulations.
- Test pumps for proper operation according to specifications.
- Package finished products for shipping or storage purposes.
- Follow safety procedures while handling hazardous chemicals or materials.
- Identify defective parts during inspection process and report them to supervisors.
- Inspect assembled parts for accuracy and quality assurance purposes.
- Adjust pump settings to ensure optimal performance of the unit.
- Troubleshoot and repair malfunctioning pumps or assemblies.
- Conduct tests on assembled units to measure current flow, pressure levels, temperature variations.
- Receive incoming materials and supplies needed for assembly operations.
- Record data related to production processes in log books or computer systems.
- Train new employees on assembly techniques used in the department.
- Consult engineering drawings or product manuals to verify compatibility of components.
- Assemble components using hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers and hammers.
- Tested and troubleshot final assemblies.
- Inspected, operated and tested completed products to verify conformance to customer specifications.
- Provided feedback to improve and streamline production processes.
- Reworked, repaired or replace damaged parts or assemblies.
- Read and interpreted assembly blueprints or specifications manuals to plan assembly or building operations.
- Inspected assemblies for defects during various stages of production.
Education
High School Diploma -
Castle Park High School
Chula Vista, CA07-2017
Skills
- Machine operation
- Quality inspection
- Blueprint reading
- Equipment maintenance
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Process improvement
- Employee training
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Adaptable learner
- Assembly line experience
- Hand tools proficiency
Timeline
Manufacturing Technician 2
Biolinq
03.2022 - Current
Machine Operator
Cue health
01.2021 - 06.2022
Pump Assembler
Tandem
01.2018 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Castle Park High School