John Swanson
San Jose, CA
Meticulous Assembler proficient in blueprint reading and interpretation. Team player dedicated to meeting tight production deadlines. Dependable self-starter experienced in manufacturing production, assembly, quality assurance and machine operation and maintenance. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Business Owner
Bay Area Repipes - San Jose, CA
March 2001 to March 2022
• Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
• Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
• Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
• Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
• Managed day-to-day business operations.
• Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
• Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
• Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards. Residential Plumber
Cupertino Plumbing - Cupertino, CA
May 1991 to March 2001
• Repaired plumbing systems, components and equipment.
• Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
• Installed valves, hangers, supports and flanges inside piping systems.
• Measured, threaded and cut materials to correct angles.
• Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
• Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
• Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity. Mechanical Assembler
Compression Technology - San Jose, CA
September 1989 to March 1990
• Complete assembly of air compressors including small engines, carriage assembly and all hardware required
• Responsible for completion and testing of all units for quality assurance.
• Maintained counts and lifts, shifts and stocks materials and parts.
• Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
• Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools. Mechanical Assembler
Optical Storage International - San Jose, CA
September 1986 to October 1989
• Maintained neat and clean work area, clearing debris, organizing parts and keeping spaces open.
• Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project or production goals.
• Assembled components per technical specifications and production guidelines.
• Installed completed assemblies into cases.
Mechanical Assembler
MPI-magnetic Peripherals - Santa Clara, CA
January 1984 to September 1986
• Read and interpreted blueprints, schematics and drawings to assemble parts and products.
• Identified defective items and made repairs according to department standards.
• Worked with heavy machinery and various power tools when assembling parts.
• Collaborated with other line workers and team members to assemble and repair parts.
• Full cabinet and chassis builds, servo motor assembly, PCB assembly.
• Worked with engineers on R&D projects to ensure proper design and workflows. Education
High school diploma
Skills
• Leadership and People Development
• Customer Service
• Verbal and Written Communication
• Budgeting and Cost Control
• Hazardous Materials
• Project Milestones
• Safety Policies and Procedures
• Building Materials