Raul Patron
Manor
Summary
Industrious Maintenance Mechanic looking to build upon skills and tackle new responsibilities. Skilled at inspecting machinery and structures for any damages, defects or malfunctions. Proficient in performing both preventive maintenance and emergency maintenance services.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Maintenance Technician
SpaceX
10.2020 - Current
- Hired on by Arron Ham / Nick lugo as a maintenance technician for the rocket side and worked Along Dusty Powell and the team while Starlink grew enough to need maintenance techs of its own.
- Transferred over to Starlink in their first couple months and helped not only repair and maintain but develop fully operational production lines for Versions 1, 1.5, 2, 3, and now Version 4 in Bastrop Texas.
- Relocated to Starlink Bastrop June 2023 to a bare building. Legit started in trailers while we got facilities power, air and water. Now a fully functioning building. Assisted in the installation of Engel Injection molding machines, Idra high pressure die-casters, conveyors, Modular cells, ITW reflow ovens, pick and place modules and countless other pieces of equipment.
- Primarily focused on SMT/PCBA, Certified in Fuji America Pick and place equipment that produce circuit boards used in our user terminals. NXT modules, GPX printers, and heads. Assisted in the successful installation, commissioning, programing and startup of new Production lines, ensuring proper functionality from day one. 7 full production lines in Hawthorne, 10 full production lines in Bastrop Texas.
- Improved machine uptime by performing routine maintenance and identifying potential issues before they became critical. All while Streamlining workflow, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and impact on overall productivity.
- Developed customized preventative maintenance plans tailored to specific machine requirements for optimal performance. Some equipment has needed more attention than it usually would depending on factors like environment, cycle times, temperatures and use.
- Coordinated with external vendors as needed for specialized repairs or replacement parts procurement. Sourced my own parts either from the manufacturer themselves or 3rd party part sales.
- Upheld company and federal protocols and regulations when operating and fixing machinery. Including working with Environmental Health and Safety directly when needed in case of spills or the disposal of chemicals.
- Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime. Used Warp for tickets and Work orders and Opsgenie for calls when lines were down.
- Provided training to apprentice technicians on equipment operation, safety protocols, and best practices for machine maintenance. The training has been a huge success in creating maintenance techs and PCBA Specialist. Solid track record.
- Increased precision of manufactured components by implementing quality control measures and using advanced measuring tools. Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
- Not shy to long hours and overtime. 3,452 hours clocked in last year along to make sure that the program was successful. Ran the long hours to keep up with due dates and equipment delivery times since everything was still being moved and installed in the factory.
- Letters of recommendations upon request.
Metallurgist
Capstan Inc.
02.2018 - 07.2020
- Investigated requests for deviations from established materials or suppliers and made appropriate approval or denial judgments.
- Gathered documentation such as photographs and evidentiary reviews and generated detailed reports outlining findings.
- Reviewed supplier proposals and materials and provided ongoing monitoring to maintain consistent supplies.
- Documented physical and chemical properties of materials before, during and after completing standardized tests.
- Worked with engineering & development to resolve tool and die problems, improve operations and provide exceptional customer service.
- Blended metals with lubricants such as lithium serate, acrawax and other raw materials to improve production and help in the process of tooling.
- Helped in the set up of Dorst machines.
- Checked and maintained tolerances on parts that we produced in house for customers such as Fender Guitars, john deer, husco and many others.
- Maintained inventory on powdered metals such as stainless steel, iron, sulfer, bronze, copper and brass.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Operated forklifts, hoists and other material handling equipment for 2 years without accident.
- Troubleshot issues with and repaired press machines, robotic packing machines and casting furnaces.
- Assessed equipment after each production run, performing preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Performed preventive maintenance to maintain optimal productivity and increase equipment lifetime.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform rough and finishing machining.
- Obtained blueprints and ordered support materials from suppliers and engineers.
- Worked directly from blueprints, patterns, sketches and specifications.
- Operated heavy duty lathes, boring machines and mills, planers, shapers and grinders.
- Removed burrs on all machined parts.
- Monitored machine operation and diagnosed malfunctions.
HVAC-R Technician
American Air Heating & Air Conditioning Inc.
03.2012 - 01.2018
- Laid out and installed electrical connections and controls as part of heating and air conditioning systems.
- Completed circuits by connecting systems to sources of refrigerant, fuel or water, testing all connections for integrity.
- Located and marked pipe positions, hole passages and duct connections in walls and floors.
- Consulted with customers to trace malfunctions and identify root causes, completing speedy repairs to return full performance levels.
- Optimized performance by balancing systems and calibrating controls.
- Increased longevity of HVAC systems 99% by performing maintenance and preventive maintenance.
- Installed components such as capacitors and hard start kits to improve HVAC system performance.
- Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
- Assembled auxiliary components to heating or cooling equipment, including air ducts, pipes, discharge valves and flues.
- Discussed heating and cooling system malfunctions with customers to isolate problems and verify corrected malfunctions.
- Operated portable metal-working tools or welding equipment to fabricate, assemble and install ductwork and chassis parts.
- Tested automatic, programmable and wireless thermostats in residential or commercial buildings to decrease energy usage 100%.
- Completed thorough inspections of supporting electrical systems to assess continuity and locate faults.
- Maintained environmental conditions by rebuilding and replacing faulty components.
- Utilized pressure gauges and soap-and-water solutions to test pipe and tubing joints for leaks.
- Connected heating or air conditioning equipment to water, fuel or refrigerant sources to form complete circuits.
- Analyzed blueprints and manufacturers' design specifications to determine HVAC equipment configuration and complete proper installation.
- Installed components to HVAC systems, such as expansions, discharge valves, air ducts, dampers and stokers.
- Kept accurate records of work activities, time, materials, and faults on work orders.
- Used electrical testing equipment to assess electrical circuits and components for continuity.
- Worked in strict compliance with applicable OSHA regulations and safety requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lynwood High School
Lynwood, CA06.2008
Skills
- Follow Company Standards
- Improve Business Processes
- Report writing
- Material reviewing
- Metallurgical laboratory skills
- Quality Control
- Process Engineering
- Technical Support
- Data Collection
- Operational Improvement
- Quality Assurance
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Inventory Management
- Tool selection
- Blueprint Reading
- Machine programming
- Precision measuring
- Standards Conformance
- Skilled Maintenance and Repair
- Safety Compliance
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Tools and Equipment Maintenance
- Repair Requirements Determination
Timeline
Machine Maintenance Technician
SpaceX
10.2020 - Current
Metallurgist
Capstan Inc.
02.2018 - 07.2020
HVAC-R Technician
American Air Heating & Air Conditioning Inc.
03.2012 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Lynwood High School