Luis Salcido-Martinez
Gainesville,GA
Summary
Reliable Machine Operator with work history of good performance in fast-paced production environments. Knowledgeable in quality control measures and manufacturing quality standards. Demonstrated expertise in equipment operation and maintenance.
Committed with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Tube Laser Operator
Lasercraft
11.2025 - 06.2026
- Operated laser cutting machinery to produce high-quality components.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols and operational procedures during all tasks.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and enhance performance.
- Monitored production metrics, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Reduced material waste through accurate programming of laser cutting parameters for each job order.
- Detected malfunctions and control errors by monitoring machine operation and checking completed pieces.
- Reviewed and interpreted schematics, blueprints, and work instructions to determine product specifications and machine requirements.
Machine Operator
Mars
05.2023 - 10.2025
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Suggested specific ideas for process, productivity and safety improvements.
- A first responder incase of a minor or serious situation were to occur on the floor.
CNC Technician
ZF Friedrichshafen
03.2019 - 05.2023
- Measured completed pieces to identify product irregularities and specifications non-conformance; adjusting machines to correct issues.
- Detected malfunctions and control errors by monitoring machine operation and checking completed pieces.
- Prevented machine breakdown by maintaining proper lubrication and cooling during operation.
- Reviewed and interpreted schematics, blueprints, and work instructions to determine product specifications and machine requirements.
- Followed detailed instructions to accurately produce complex components.
- Input instructions for machine operations based on specifics of work orders.
- Completed manual adjustments and tooling changes in absence of automatic programming.
- Inspected parts to meet customer specifications and quality standards.
Welder, Kubota Manufacturing
America Corporation
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
- Avoided warping, shrinkage, and distortion by carefully controlling welding processes.
- Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.
- Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
Packer/Shipper
Hydro Extrusion North America
09.2016 - 12.2017
- Stack or arrange tested products for further processing, shipping, or packaging.
- Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.
- Remove defects, such as chips, burrs, or lap corroded or pitted surfaces.
- Clean and lubricate machines.
- Set up and adjust machines and equipment.
- Measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers.
- Performed required housekeeping to keep work areas clean such as sweeping floors, putting trash in trash containers and picking up product from floor.
- Complied with safety, health, and environmental regulations as prescribed by law.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Science
University of North Georgia
Gainesville, GA05.2017
High School Diploma - Carpentry and Computer Science
Gainesville High School
Gainesville, GA05.2016
Skills
- Welding
- CNC machining
- Operational control
- Breakdown troubleshooting
- Equipment monitoring
- Specification compliance
- Computer skills
- Quality control
- Parts fabrication
- Forklift and pallet jack operation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Maintenance
Timeline
Tube Laser Operator
Lasercraft
11.2025 - 06.2026
Machine Operator
Mars
05.2023 - 10.2025
CNC Technician
ZF Friedrichshafen
03.2019 - 05.2023
Welder, Kubota Manufacturing
America Corporation
01.2018 - 03.2019
Packer/Shipper
Hydro Extrusion North America
09.2016 - 12.2017
High School Diploma - Carpentry and Computer Science
Gainesville High School
Associate of Science - Computer Science
University of North Georgia