Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Diego Ibarra

Salinas

Summary

As a dedicated shop owner at Salinas BBQ Grills & Fabrication, I spearheaded innovative marketing strategies, boosting sales significantly. My leadership and welding expertise led to the development of high-quality custom metal products, enhancing customer satisfaction. Skilled in fostering team collaboration, I ensured operational excellence and safety, showcasing my commitment to quality and service. Ambitious individual, who is adept at cultivating relationships with customers and employees, and motivating teams to work together to achieve business objectives.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
4008
4008
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Airplane Bodywork technician

T & p aero refinishers
Salinas
01.2025 - Current
  • Prepare aircraft for Paint stripping, cosist of masking windows landing gears, antenas, and crutial parts to avoid damage.
  • Detail aircrect of leftover paint and corrosion using buffer, chisel, and laser machine
  • Performed surface preparation for aircraft components and parts.
  • Ensured adherence to safety protocols during refinishing processes.
  • Collaborated with team members on project timelines and quality standards.
  • Conducted inspections to identify defects in paint application.

Shop Owner

Salinas BBQ Grills & Fabrication
Salinas
06.2016 - 03.2022
  • Managed staff schedules, conducted performance reviews and provided training when necessary.
  • Collaborated with team members to brainstorm creative solutions for achieving business goals.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly and provided feedback for further development.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by resolving inquiries promptly and efficiently.
  • Regularly performed preventive maintenance tasks on welding machines and other equipment used in production line.
  • Inspected finished products for defects before shipping out to customers.
  • Utilized advanced knowledge of MIG welding techniques to complete complex welds.
  • Ensured adherence to safety regulations while operating industrial equipment such as grinders, drill presses and plasma cutters.
  • Operated forklifts safely when moving heavy objects around the shop floor.
  • Built jigs, fixtures and templates for custom fabricated products ensuring exact measurements were followed.
  • Assessed customer requirements to determine best methods for fabricating requested items.
  • Programmed CNC machine tools to produce desired parts with maximum efficiency.
  • Cut and shaped metal components to specified dimensions using hand and power tools.
  • Operated metal shaping, straightening and bending machines, such as brakes, and shears.

Education

High School Diploma or GED -

Everett Alvarez

Associates Degree - Entrepreneurship with emphasis in business admin

Heald College
Salinas, CA

Osha 10 certified

Skills

  • Cnc Operator
  • Mig Welder
  • Laser Machine Operator
  • Order Picking
  • Supervised Learning
  • Microsoft Office
  • Forklift Operation
  • Leadership
  • Goal-Oriented
  • Detail Oriented
  • Punctuality
  • Metal Fabrication
  • Customer Service
  • Quality Control
  • Organizational Skills

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Work Type

Full Time

Salary Range

$45000/yr - $200000/yr

Timeline

Airplane Bodywork technician

T & p aero refinishers
01.2025 - Current

Shop Owner

Salinas BBQ Grills & Fabrication
06.2016 - 03.2022

High School Diploma or GED -

Everett Alvarez

Associates Degree - Entrepreneurship with emphasis in business admin

Heald College

Osha 10 certified
Diego Ibarra