ANTONIO GARCIA

***** **** **** ******: (***) ***- 6275

El Paso, Texas 79928 acst2c@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Seasoned machinist professional with outstanding technical proficiencies and proven ability to produce superior results in performance-critical environments. Experience includes diversified knowledge and skills from complex technical work to repair of various systems and components. Skilled troubleshooter; tenacious, resourceful problem-solver, and quality driven with a “do it right the first time” approach. Well-organized and attentive to detail; efficient in prioritizing and managing multiple simultaneous projects with hands on experience in mold making and machining operations; superb technical knowledge and ability to use technical publications and other resources for research, troubleshooting, and parts sourcing.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Maintenance Mechanic Management Fitting / Assembling Electronic/Electrical Systems

Machine Calibration Pneumatic / Hydraulic Systems HazMat Handling / Safety

Preventive Maintenance Inspection Arc Welding / Fabrication Quality Assurance

Bilingual in English & Spanish

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Hoover, El Paso, Texas 2007 – 03/2013

Mold Maker

Conduct general repair and maintenance of molds, repairing, fabricating and manufacturing new parts for molds; repair and maintain dies and molds utilizing surface grinding machines, lathes, milling machines, TIG & MIG welding machines, and EDM sinkers, maintaining all machinery, equipment and using various hand and power tools; knowledgeable in reading and interpreting blueprints, mechanical drawings, and job specifications.

EPC (Formerly known as EPIC), El Paso, Texas 1999 - 2007

Mold Maker

Serve as a Mold Maker for this organization involved in the production of power and signal distribution systems (electrical wiring harnesses) for Ford, seatbelt products for GM, and seat belt covers for Takata; conduct general repair and maintenance of molds, fabricating and manufacturing new parts for molds.

Tasked with identifying and implementing continuous-improvement measures, troubleshooting as needed, and overseeing the implementation of state-of-the-art tool room machines, providing machinery recommendations to improve quality, and maintain production and improve labor efficiencies.

Built, repaired, and maintained dies and molds utilizing surface grinding machines, metal lathes, milling machines, TIG welding machines, and EDM sinkers, maintaining all machinery, equipment and tooling.

Eureka, El Paso, Texas 1998 - 1999

Mold Maker

Responsible for general mold repair and maintenance to include Hot Runner and Sprue Runner Mold System; operation of molds with cylinders, heat treating of A-2, S-7, H-13, and P-20 to fabrication of mold components. TIG Welding to mold parts.

U.F.E., El Paso, 1997 - 1998

Mold Maker

Responsibilities included general mold repair and maintenance on vertical and horizontal presses. Hot runner molds and Sprue runner system molds; included heat treating of A-2, S-7, H-13, and SS-420 to fabrication of mold components. Cylindrical grinding and micro-welding.

DJ Plastics, El Paso, Texas 1994 – 1997

Apprentice’s Mold Maker

Responsibilities include general mold repair and maintenance. Hot runner molds, and Sprue runner systems molds.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (Continued…)

Fabrication of mold components and managed Tool repair with H-13, S7, cold roll, and aluminum; provided micro-welding for cosmetic repairs and maintained and re-establish straightness and flatness of geometrically challenged components, eliminating costly set up times to repair tools, decreasing downtime, and increasing tool life at a significant savings.

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATIONS

Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship, Mold Maker / Tool & Die Maker (8000 hours)

Bureau of Apprenticeship & Training, United States Department of Labor

EPIC Components Company 1999

Basics of SPC

Machine Shop Practices

Computer Numerical Control Machine Program and Operation

Fundamentals of CNC Wire Cut EDM

Tool & Die Apprenticeship Program

El Paso Community College, Advanced Technology Center, El Paso, Texas

TIG Welding Course

Western Technical Institute, El Paso, Texas

EDM Poco School

Dallas, Texas

ANTONIO GARCIA

12429 Kari Anne Mobile: (915) 704- 6275

El Paso, Texas 79907 acst2c@r.postjobfree.com

Dear Hiring Professional:

Please consider this letter of introduction as an expression of my strong interest in obtaining a position with your organization. My résumé is enclosed for your review and consideration.

I possess over 20 years of successful experience in diverse industries and have earned a reputation for dedication, hard work, and integrity. I am the type of person who would bring a solid balance of technical and non-technical skills to help you achieve your business objectives. As a result, I believe strongly that I possess the skill-set to make significant bottom-line contributions within your organization.

I attribute my success to several key factors: (1) a capacity for continued personal and professional growth, (2) advanced interpersonal and analytical skills, (3) ability to find structural solutions to maintenance problems, (4) using technology to solve operational problems, and (5) a personal passion for operation maintenance.

Although practical in nature, my résumé cannot convey the level of energy and enthusiasm I bring to new challenges. Confident that my experiences and abilities will be of value to your organization, I would appreciate an opportunity to meet with you to discuss your needs and my qualifications in greater detail. In the interim, thank you for your time, consideration, and forthcoming response.

Sincerely,

Antonio Garcia

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