Ryan Del Carmen
Stockton,CA
Summary
Dynamic manufacturing leader with 20+ years in stainless steel and sheet metal fabrication. Demonstrated success in supervising teams, enhancing quality control, and streamlining operations through effective press brake operation and training. Committed to upholding safety standards while achieving production goals and maintaining high-quality output.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Press Brake Operator
Culinary Stainless Fabricators
Tracy, California
10.2025 - Current
- Operated press brake machinery to shape metal components for culinary equipment.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications for accurate part fabrication.
- Conducted routine maintenance on press brake to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and compliance with standards.
- Adjusted machine settings based on material type and thickness requirements.
- Assisted in training new operators on safe equipment handling procedures.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety standards.
- Followed all safety protocols when handling hazardous materials such as sharp blades and cutting fluids.
- Collaborated with team members on daily activities related to production goals.
- Reported any malfunctions or irregularities immediately to supervisor and maintenance personnel.
- Measured parts for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
Foreman
West Star Industries
Stockton, California
01.2022 - 10.2025
- Operate press brake machinery to fabricate and form sheet metal components according to specifications.
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders.
- Maintain quality standards and ensure accurate measurements and tolerances.
- Follow workplace safety procedures and production schedules.
Quality control and Laser operator
Stainless International
Rancho Cordova, California
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Supervised fabrication personnel and coordinated daily production activities.
- Ensured projects were completed on schedule and met quality standards.
- Trained employees on equipment operation and workplace safety procedures.
- Managed workflow and resolved production issues.
Weigh master/ machine operator
Alco Metals
Stockton, California
02.2012 - 11.2012
- Inspected non-ferrous material-brass, copper, stainless steel, aluminum, sheet metal, and wires.
- loaded bins and dumpsters with metals and other non-ferrous materials with backhoe and bobcat.
- Torch cutting with 3ft. torch, cut 1/4'' material into 4ft. pieces to fit into shipping container.
- weighed trucks hourly to check weight of material being dumped.
- quoted price and quality of material per customer.
Order Selector
C&S Wholesale Grocers
Stockton, California
02.2011 - 11.2011
- pick groceries in designated areas
- operated and drove electric pallet jack with items to dock doors
Education
Associate of Science (A.S.) - Criminal Justice
Carrington College
Stockton, CA01-2011
High School Diploma -
Amos Alonzo Stagg High School
Stockton, CaliforniaSkills
- Press Brake Operation
- Sheet Metal Fabrication
- Stainless Steel Manufacturing
- Quality Control & Inspection
- Team Leadership & Supervision
- Blueprint Reading
- Forklift Operation
- Machinery Operation
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Material Handling
- Logistics Coordination
- Workplace Safety Compliance
- Production Planning and Coordination
- Managing and handling packaged material
Previous Employers
- West Star Industries
- Stainless International
- Alco Metals
- C&S Wholesale Grocers
Timeline
Press Brake Operator
Culinary Stainless Fabricators
10.2025 - Current
Foreman
West Star Industries
01.2022 - 10.2025
Quality control and Laser operator
Stainless International
02.2020 - 01.2022
Weigh master/ machine operator
Alco Metals
02.2012 - 11.2012
Order Selector
C&S Wholesale Grocers
02.2011 - 11.2011
Associate of Science (A.S.) - Criminal Justice
Carrington College
High School Diploma -
Amos Alonzo Stagg High School