Joel Caceres
Vallejo
Summary
Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist
Conhagen Rotating Equipment Specialist
05.2023 - Current
- Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
- Reduced waste and increased material utilization with precise measurement and cutting techniques.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop new parts, interpreting blueprints and schematics for accurate production.
- Increased precision of manufactured components by implementing quality control measures and using advanced measuring tools.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
- Maintained detailed records of completed jobs, tracking materials used and time spent on each project for accurate billing purposes.
- Optimized tooling performance through regular inspection, cleaning, sharpening or replacing worn tools as needed.
Machine Operator
Barry Callebaut
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Enhanced production efficiency by performing routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
Plastic Injection Molding Machine Operator
Labcon North America
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Worked in team of technicians in quickly changing environment, adhering to all safety protocols and company processes.
- Applied quality control skills by inspecting cured products for defects, assigning grades and removing unacceptable items.
- Maintained high level of adaptability by adjusting work procedures to meet specific demands of each production run.
- Observed manufacturer instructions when operating plastic molding and casting machines to optimize quality.
- Observed continuous operation of automatic machines to guarantee products met specifications and to detect jams or malfunctions, making adjustments as necessary.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Checked over casting machines prior to start of each shift to identify and resolve any issues.
- Contacted supervisor with detailed reports on equipment requiring advanced repairs to obtain quick resolutions and return machinery back to optimal performance levels.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Molder/Machine Operator
Toray Advanced Composites
01.2019 - 05.2020
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Followed tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.
- Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
- Set appropriate stops and guides to specified lengths as indicated by scale, rule or template.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics for production runs.
Army Reserve Soldier
US Army Reserve
02.2015 - 11.2019
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
- Provided public safety assistance at community events to maintain safe and secure environments.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Maintained employees' job performances in conformance with corporate policies and procedures.
Production Associate/Material Handler/Assistant Lead
Molecule Labs
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Worked with supervisor and other team leads to manage and prioritize staffing assignments to meet customer demand and production schedules.
- Monitored workers on site during production activities for safety procedures compliance.
- Kept records of equipment, budgets, deliveries and supplies and made paperwork available to management for evaluation.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
Woodworker
Innerstave
07.2017 - 10.2017
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of sanders, saws and routers.
- Reviewed job specifications to determine necessary tools and materials.
- Packaged finished products and facilitated shipment.
- Set up and safely operated woodworking equipment, routers, table saws and belt sanders.
Production Associate/Shop Hand/Production Material Handler
Parmatech Corporation
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
Team Leader
Jack In The Box
08.2012 - 12.2014
- Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
- Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy and commitment to friendly service.
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
- Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
Education
GED -
Fairfield-Suisun Adult School
Fairfield, CASome College (No Degree) - Welding
Fairfield-Suisun Adult School
Fairfield, CASome College (No Degree) - Machine Tool Technology
Napa Valley College
Napa, CASkills
- Materials Management
- Quality Control Analysis
- Caliper use
- Material Selection
- Quality Control
- Deburring skills
- Tool selection
- Precise measuring
- Precision machining
- Blueprint Reading
- Machine setup
- Surface grinding
- Manufacturing
- Specification Reading
- Large lathe operation
- Lathe Operation
- Thread cutting
- Manual milling
- Flexible and Adaptable
- OSHA Compliance
- Problem-Solving
- Machine Setups
Timeline
Machinist
Conhagen Rotating Equipment Specialist
05.2023 - Current
Machine Operator
Barry Callebaut
01.2022 - 04.2023
Plastic Injection Molding Machine Operator
Labcon North America
06.2020 - 12.2021
Molder/Machine Operator
Toray Advanced Composites
01.2019 - 05.2020
Production Associate/Material Handler/Assistant Lead
Molecule Labs
01.2018 - 01.2019
Woodworker
Innerstave
07.2017 - 10.2017
Production Associate/Shop Hand/Production Material Handler
Parmatech Corporation
02.2017 - 06.2017
Army Reserve Soldier
US Army Reserve
02.2015 - 11.2019
Team Leader
Jack In The Box
08.2012 - 12.2014
GED -
Fairfield-Suisun Adult School
Some College (No Degree) - Welding
Fairfield-Suisun Adult School
Some College (No Degree) - Machine Tool Technology
Napa Valley College
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