STEVEN VASQUEZ
Paramount,California
Summary
A committed and highly experienced assembly technician, specializing in the semiconductor and electronics manufacturing sector, with a strong background in mechanical assembly, soldering, blueprint reading, electronics testing, and quality assurance. Leads by example, fostering collaboration and accountability across each new project and endeavor. Promotes a positive attitude with every challenge to better achieve intended outcomes in a timely and efficient manner. Works to optimize manufacturing processes, ensure high-quality production, and drive continual process improvement across complex manufacturing environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Stack Assembly Operator III
IXYS CORPORATION
Long Beach, California
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Led daily manufacturing operations for power semiconductor assemblies.
- Set production goals, assigned work, and coordinated priorities with technicians.
- Trained new employees and reinforced safety procedures and company standards.
- Monitored workflow, spotted efficiency issues, and recommended improvements.
- Oversaw equipment readiness and coordinated maintenance scheduling.
- Collaborated with Engineering, Quality, Sales, and Purchasing to support orders.
- Performed outgoing inspection and testing to meet quality expectations.
- Worked independently while keeping clear communication across the team.
Assembly Technician
IXYS CORPORATION
Long Beach, California
01.2010 - 01.2022
- Built assemblies from 2D drawings and CAD files while following engineering instructions.
- Wired electronic components per schematic for electronic components such as resistor, capacitor, SCR, IGBT, diode, AC/DC fans, RTD, and know series/parallel wiring, grounding, and insulating practices.
- Soldered PCBs and test fixtures and completed crimping and wire-stripping to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed electrical testing with multimeters, hipot testers, and three-phase equipment.
- Calibrated components, using load cells, calculators, and precision measuring tools.
- Worked directly with engineers on first-article builds and time-sensitive projects.
- Documented results, using ISO forms, checklists, and serialization requirements.
- Supported a safe, organized workspace and met production deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paramount High School
Paramount2009
Skills
Demonstrated capacity to operate autonomously in diverse environments
Supported workplace safety initiatives by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards Assisted in the development of safety training programs for new employees Collaborated with team members to promote a culture of safety awareness
Familiar with power tools and understands the manufacturing process for materials such as aluminum, low carbon steel, polycarbonate, and GP03/G10 electrical grade insulation
Optimized production processes to enhance operational efficiency
Ability to solder and wire electronic components using schematics as well perfrom electrical testing, using 3 phase test equipment, 10kV hipot testing equipment and digital multimeter
Timeline
Stack Assembly Operator III
IXYS CORPORATION
01.2022 - 01.2025
Assembly Technician
IXYS CORPORATION
01.2010 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Paramount High School