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Gabriel Olivo

Buena Park

Summary

  • Hard working bilingual team player offering proven performance in fast paced environments.
  • Strong sense of metal fabrication processes, logistics, metal properties and brand ambassador awareness.
  • Understanding and interpretation of technical drawings, specifications, blueprints and quality control standards.
  • Key role in assisting in SOP's for Fab shop department.
  • Provider in organizational peace of mind in getting a job done right and delivered on schedule.


Key competencies include:


  • Proficient with MS Outlook, Word, and Excel
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Strong mathematical skills
  • Safety first mindset
  • Worksite tools and equipment knowledge
  • Proven written, verbal and organization skills
  • Encouraging and supportive to my colleagues
  • Issue identifier and solution-orientated mindset
  • Strong sense of craftsmanship
  • Goal orientated to create healthy and strong relationships. To inspire my team and to encourage, teach and motivate them to execute tasks in a efficient and high quality producing manner.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Machinist 1

ESL
02.2025 - Current
  • Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
  • Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
  • Operated drill presses, programmable saw and milling machines to produce required parts.
  • Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
  • Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

Floater

ESL Power Systems
04.2024 - 02.2025
  • Within the 1st week I was awarded with a recognition of adaptivity, followed by a accountability eCard and a eCard in Excellence Customer Service.
  • I am known for being a very hard worker with attention to detail and with final products of great quality.
  • Responsibilities included:
  • Assisting with the day to day operations
  • Use of jig saws, chop off saw, air grinding tools, air cut off tools, drill press, mill, conduit threader, band saw, stud welding machine and wire crimping tools with precision.
  • Assisted in all steps of a 20-Gang Distribution Tree Reefer Outlet Assembly for Alaska Maritime.
  • Able to assemble the frame of any and all DualConnect, StormSwitch, TempTap, TrippleSwitch, and OutTap assemblies.
  • Assisted Fab Shop QC when needed.
  • I uphold the 5S standards of ESL on a day to day basis.
  • Strong team player and passionate to help others and learn new skills.

Sheet Metal Tech C

Plenums Plus
04.2020 - 07.2020
  • Was recognized by management for outstanding performance by being selected for permanent position after competing with other candidates on real job skills
  • Major job duties:
  • Creating the rectangular ductwork products from Galvanized Steel & Stainless Steel (18ga – 28ga) which consisted of notching, beading & folding by Stand & Drive, Snap Lock, Small Pittsburg, Large Pittsburg, & TDF, then bending into the required angle’s using hand brakes and press brakes to build product trust with internal and external customers
  • Performing metal fabrication and operating and maintaining various hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment building sustainable revenue streams
  • Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to ensure accurate fabrication
  • Adhere to safety protocols and follow codes and standards for metalworking mitigating workers compensation risks
  • Conduct quality inspections to ensure finished products meet specifications while collaborating with team members to complete projects on time and within budget
  • Determining required methods and materials, and plan, fabricate and assemble various sheet metal products according to Engineering blueprints, drawings, verbal instructions, even napkin sketches and manipulate flat patterns
  • Selecting gauges and types of sheet metal to use according to specifications that include brass, copper, aluminum, steel, stainless steel to maximize return on investment
  • Managing inventory levels of material, consumables and shop floor supplies that lead to effective cost of goods ratio
  • Key member in Continuous Improvement activities, to include: 5S, Kaizen Events, Team Building, and Training
  • Also proficient in DuctMate 25/35/45 Self-Sealing Rectangular Duct Connector Systems, Spot Welding, Insulating, Ductmate Flexible Duct Connector, Manual Slip Roll Machine, Sheet Metal Shear Operator and Assembling Ductwork
  • In Addition, I was learning how to MIG Weld

Sheet Metal Tech D

California Sheet Metal
12.2019 - 02.2020
  • Known for accurate and timely installation of flashing; which maximized the production of other trades (glaziers, weatherstippers, etc.)
  • Started out as a laborer and was quickly promoted to the position of Sheet Metal Tech D due to work ethic, dependability, and attention to detail

Responsible for:

  • Cutting and installing Galvanized Steel Step Flashing & Z Bar Flashing to build trust and repeat business with customers
  • Installing Safety Railings to specification
  • Properly utilizing power equipment to maximize productivity
  • Collaborating with teammates and other trades to deliver project to specification and meet time parameters
  • Maintaining a safe and clean work area to mitigate workers compensation risk

Driver/Warehouse/Installer/Service Tech

Radiographic Equipment Services/Universal Hospital Services/Agiliti
07.2014 - 09.2019
  • Was able to distinguish myself in the doctor’s community as a trusted partner to install and deinstall sensitive equipment needed to address patient needs
  • Loading & unloading the vehicles to maximize available space and ensuring careful material handling.
  • Preparing the equipment for shipping, receiving shipments & checking them for damages
  • Ensured safety stations were operational and to code
  • Replaced batteries, collimators, columns, circuit boards, x-ray tubes and cable.
  • Forklift operator.

Education

AA - Electronics

San Diego City College

Mar Jr College -

Toyota 10 program

Plumbing trade school -

Skills

  • Team player and collaborative mindset
  • Direction Provider
  • Mentor
  • Sheet Metal Shear Operator
  • Hydraulic Press Machine Operator
  • Mill and Saw Operator
  • Grinder
  • Word
  • Excel
  • Outlook
  • Ability to interpret complex technical drawings, such as blueprints and electrical schematics
  • Able to accurately identify and read dimensions by using tape measure and calipers

Certification

  • Valid and current Driver’s License
  • Construction Safety Fall Protection
  • CPR/First Aid
  • National Center for Construction Education and Research
  • Construction Site Safety Orientation
  • Core Curriculum
  • Introduction to Weatherization
  • Your Role in the Green Environment
  • Plumbing Level 1

Timeline

Machinist 1

ESL
02.2025 - Current

Floater

ESL Power Systems
04.2024 - 02.2025

Sheet Metal Tech C

Plenums Plus
04.2020 - 07.2020

Sheet Metal Tech D

California Sheet Metal
12.2019 - 02.2020

Driver/Warehouse/Installer/Service Tech

Radiographic Equipment Services/Universal Hospital Services/Agiliti
07.2014 - 09.2019

Mar Jr College -

Toyota 10 program

Plumbing trade school -

AA - Electronics

San Diego City College
Gabriel Olivo