Zach Berek
Alliston,ON
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mechanical Builder
Mecsmart Systems Inc.
01.2023 - Current
- Built a variety mechanical assemblies and guarding/safety for projects. performed various tasks to maintain the shop as a clean and organized space
- Worked alongside millwrights and machinists to build, test, and develop automated machines specializing in robotic welding
Mechanical Co-op Student
Innovative Automation Inc.
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Built mechanical assemblies and designed parts using SolidWorks
- Assisted in updating engineering drawings and participating in product design reviews
Maintenance/Shop Laborer
Borden Metal
06.2020 - 09.2020
- Maintained workspace cleanliness, operated machinery, and managed material loading/unloading
- Supported the team with routine maintenance and organization of the shop floor
Dairy Farmer / Herdsman
Earncliffe Holsteins
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Milked40+ cows daily, maintained cleanliness and safety in the farm environment
- Achieved four County Champion awards for excellence in dairy farming
Education
Mechanical Engineering Technology (Advanced Diploma) -
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON12.2023
Skills
- Skilled in building precision tooling, machine parts, and components using conventional saws, drills, grinders, mills
- Experience in designing and detailing assembly plans for machine tool building and integration
- Proficient in assembling and integrating pneumatics, hydraulics, electrical components, conveyors, and feeder systems
- Capable of assembling and integrating subassemblies into main stand-alone and automated multi-station machine tool systems
- Experience in modifying and improving engineering designs using conventional and computer-aided methods
- Skilled in performing engineering tests and supporting product development initiatives
- Proficient in using engineering software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MasterCAM) for design and analysis
- Experienced in designing specialized jigs and fixtures
Certification
- Forklift Training Certification
- Elevated Surfaces Safety Training Certification
- Height Safety Training and Fall Protection Certification
Awards
2023 EWO Co-op Student of the Year Nominee – Ontario, 2023 Algonquin College EWO Co-op Student of the Year
Timeline
Mechanical Builder
Mecsmart Systems Inc.
01.2023 - Current
Mechanical Co-op Student
Innovative Automation Inc.
09.2021 - 12.2021
Maintenance/Shop Laborer
Borden Metal
06.2020 - 09.2020
Dairy Farmer / Herdsman
Earncliffe Holsteins
01.2018 - 06.2020
Mechanical Engineering Technology (Advanced Diploma) -
Algonquin College