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Martin Santamaria

STOCKTON

Summary

Dedicated and hands-on metallurgical process technician with proven expertise in furnace operations, refractory repair, and advanced materials testing methods. Skilled in troubleshooting, training team members, and collaborating with suppliers to drive innovation, and ensure process reliability. Adept at operating and maintaining specialized equipment, such as Instron tensile testers and Imprintec systems. Committed to safety, precision, and continuous improvement in high-temperature, and high-performance environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Metallurgical Process Technician

Tesla
Lathrop
07.2022 - Current
  • Performed routine inspections of spectrometer analyzer components to ensure optimal functionality, along with preventive maintenance and calibrations to maintain accuracy and performance.
  • Operated and maintained Instron equipment for tensile and bend testing to evaluate the mechanical properties of materials; performed troubleshooting of hardware and software issues, and collaborated with suppliers for technical support and resolution when necessary.
  • Helped transition from conventional, destructive tensile testing to Imprintec’s innovative, indentation-based method, reducing testing time and preserving samples while maintaining accuracy in mechanical property evaluation.
  • Skilled in analyzing tensile samples and other components under a microscope to identify material or structural issues; escalate findings to cross-functional teams (e.g., Quality, Engineering, or Supplier Support) for further investigation and resolution.
  • Monitored daily furnace operations, cleaning processes, and refractory conditions of melting and holding furnaces; operated and maintained furnaces for melting and holding aluminum alloys. Collaborated with furnace technicians to provide hands-on training and support, enhancing their understanding of operational procedures.
  • Assisted with scheduled annual preventive maintenance, and corrective repairs for stack melters and refractory systems.
  • Skilled in performing repairs and maintenance on refractory equipment to ensure furnace integrity and optimal performance.

Lead Production Associate

Tesla
Lathrop
03.2019 - 07.2022
  • Leadership of hourly production associates.
  • Update upper management when the supervisor is not present.
  • Interaction with customer departments and managers.
  • Coordinate the PMs with Tool and Die associates to ensure minimal downtime.
  • Applied analytical thinking and problem-solving to troubleshoot and resolve issues in production.
  • Communicate between shifts to ensure tasks continue seamlessly in the same path and direction.
  • Attend production meetings and plan schedules accordingly to assure that changes are completed in a timely manner.
  • MS definition of daily tasks and setting directions for the team.
  • 5S management: Skill level development of the team, including training and development.
  • Cleaned and organized work areas to remove safety hazards and maintain a minimum level of production errors.
  • Understands the production needs to complete accurate work, and minimize wasted resources.
  • Observed machinery in operation, and checked completed products to identify issues affecting proper assembly.

Education

High School Diploma -

New Vision High School
Stockton, CA
05-2007

Some College (No Degree) - Industrial Engineering

Ohlone College
Fremont, CA

Skills

  • Spectrometer operation
  • Quality assurance and material analysis
  • Preventive maintenance and equipment upkeep
  • Process optimization and safety compliance
  • Leadership in team management
  • Critical thinking and problem resolution
  • Effective verbal communication
  • Detail orientation and multitasking skills
  • Technical troubleshooting expertise
  • Building relationships through networking

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Accomplishments

  • 2023 Accelorator of the year

Timeline

Metallurgical Process Technician

Tesla
07.2022 - Current

Lead Production Associate

Tesla
03.2019 - 07.2022

High School Diploma -

New Vision High School

Some College (No Degree) - Industrial Engineering

Ohlone College

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