RAFAEL RAMIREZ
Torrance,CA
Summary
8- years of experience which includes working on products in fast-paced production settings. Prepares surfaces, grinds imperfections, and polishes metal for professional finish. Good troubleshooting and maintenance abilities with diverse equipment.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Deburr Technician
SpaceX
Hawthorne, California
09.2024 - Current
- Operated hand tools for deburring metal components in aerospace applications.
- Performed manual and automated deburring of machined parts using various tools such as hand files, grinders, scrapers and sanding blocks.
- Inspected parts for surface imperfections and ensured quality standards were met.
- Conducted quality checks on deburred components using precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to improve deburring techniques and processes.
- Trained new technicians on proper deburring methods and safety protocols.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime during production.
- Monitored inventory levels of abrasives, chemicals, coolants, and other supplies used during the deburring process.
- Developed strategies for improving product quality while reducing costs associated with finishing operations.
- Documented daily workflow and reported any discrepancies to supervisors promptly.
CNC Machinist
SpaceX
Hawthorne, California
09.2024 - Current
- Operated CNC machines to fabricate aerospace components.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications for machining tasks.
- Monitored CNC machine operations to detect malfunctions and out-of-tolerance machining.
- Collaborated with engineers to troubleshoot production issues effectively.
- Conducted regular machine maintenance to ensure operational efficiency.
- Perform minor maintenance on the CNC machines such as replacing cutting tools or cleaning machinery parts.
- Replaced worn tools and fixtures on CNC machines to maintain precision.
- Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
- Inspected finished parts for quality control and compliance standards.
Machinist Sr.
Parker Aerospace
Irvine, Ca
10.2017 - 09.2024
- Executed skilled turning, facing, knurling, and thread-chasing operations to meet production standards.
- Manufactured precision parts and instruments that fulfilled specific customer order requirements.
- Fabricated tools, jigs, and fixtures according to detailed order specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to guide production processes.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to guide production processes.
Induction
Parker Aerospace
Irvine, Ca
08.2020 - 01.2024
- Inspected units for tear down, ensuring compliance with quality standards.
- Reviewed technical blueprints to understand project specifications.
- Entered serial numbers, part numbers, customer codes, and jobs into MSS system to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Maintained communication with Contract Administrator regarding customer owed parts to facilitate timely resolutions.
- Assigned job numbers to projects to ensure proper tracking and organization.
Scheduler
Parker Aerospace
Irvine, Ca
02.2019 - 01.2021
- Operated digital scheduling system for [Type] team.
- Updated team on schedule status in regular meetings and proactively adjusted plans to address new developments.
- Adjusted team schedules based on workload demands and customer needs., considering workloads and customer levels of each representative when setting appointments.
- Performed tasks while adhering to safety protocols and project timelines. and according to schedule with detailed plans and resource schedules.
- Balanced schedules by evaluating workloads and customer demands for each representative when setting appointments.
- Managed complex repairs for office equipment, ensuring functionality and efficiency.
Education
Bachelor's - Organizational Communications
Cal state Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CAAA degree -
El Camino College
Torrance, CA 09.2012 - 06.2014
Diploma -
Torrance High School
Torrance, CA 09.2008 - 06.2011
Skills
- Quality inspection
- Precision measurement
- Blueprint interpretation
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Process improvement
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Deburr Technician
SpaceX
09.2024 - Current
CNC Machinist
SpaceX
09.2024 - Current
Induction
Parker Aerospace
08.2020 - 01.2024
Scheduler
Parker Aerospace
02.2019 - 01.2021
Machinist Sr.
Parker Aerospace
10.2017 - 09.2024
AA degree -
El Camino College
09.2012 - 06.2014
Diploma -
Torrance High School
09.2008 - 06.2011
Bachelor's - Organizational Communications
Cal state Los Angeles