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David Hidalgo

Bell Gardens

Summary

Talented Die Maintenance Technician trained in 5-S housekeeping standards and repair of dies. Helps production team meet ambitious targets with well-maintained dies and workspaces. Expert in operating drills, grinders, and other machining equipment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Die Maintenance Technician

Shultz Steel
South gate
01.2022 - Current
  • Inspected and maintained dies for metalworking machinery at a leading steel manufacturer.
  • Repaired die components using precision tools to ensure optimal performance.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting die-related issues during production runs.
  • Documented maintenance procedures and updates for die inventory tracking systems.
  • Used grinding, welding and spotting to complete minor repairs on machinery dies.
  • Performed regular die maintenance operations such as cleaning, lubricating, aligning and adjusting components.
  • Inspected and maintained all die parts to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Cleaned and lubricated die parts for optimal performance and longevity.
  • Ensured that safety procedures were followed when installing or repairing dies.

Machine Operator

Norton
Vernon
02.2020 - 04.2022
  • Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
  • Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to supervisors.
  • Maintained clean and organized workstations for safety compliance.
  • Trained new employees on machine operation and safety protocols.
  • Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
  • Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
  • Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.

Skills

  • Die inspection
  • Precision repairs
  • Machinery maintenance
  • Troubleshooting techniques
  • Inventory documentation
  • Attention to detail
  • Employee training
  • Crane operation
  • Quality control
  • Die maintenance
  • Surface finishing
  • Power tool proficiency
  • Polishing techniques
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Hand tool proficiency
  • Grinding techniques
  • Metal stamping
  • Multitasking capacity
  • Problem-solving
  • Reliability
  • Machine operation
  • Assembly procedures

Timeline

Die Maintenance Technician

Shultz Steel
01.2022 - Current

Machine Operator

Norton
02.2020 - 04.2022
David Hidalgo