Andres Castro
Aurora
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in manufacturing operations. Known for strong problem-solving skills and commitment to health and safety compliance, ensuring optimal production efficiency and quality assurance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Group Leader
Bison Gear and Engineering / Ametek
St. Charles Illinois
09.2008 - 10.2025
- Led daily manufacturing operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Supervised team performance, providing guidance and mentorship to enhance productivity.
- Implemented process improvements, reducing waste and increasing operational efficiency.
- Coordinated cross-functional communication between departments to streamline production workflows.
- Successfully managed multiple production lines simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of orders and customer satisfaction.
- Reduced equipment downtime through proactive maintenance planning and timely repairs.
- Identified problems and implemented effective solutions.
- Communicated job expectations and monitored employees.
- Reported tool, machinery and equipment issues to maintenance personnel.
- Enhanced product quality through strict adherence to standard operating procedures and regular audits.
Coil Winder
Bison Gear and Engineering / Ametek
St Charles, IL
09.2008 - 10.2025
- Wound coils using precision equipment to ensure quality and consistency.
- Operated winding machinery, optimizing setup for various coil specifications.
- Monitored production processes to maintain high safety and efficiency standards.
- Trained junior staff on winding techniques and machine operation protocols.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on winding equipment to prevent downtime.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop new coil designs and applications.
- Adjusted fixtures and tensions to provide proper winding tension.
- Set up and calibrated machines.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Completed tasks according to production specifications and within established tolerances.
- Performed basic mathematical calculations.
- Employed winding fixtures and arbors, hoists and other lifting devices to position and move materials.
- Trimmed wire and thread with hand tools.
- Used pliers and wire scrapers to cut, strip and bend wire leads.
- Lifted and moved coils and materials with manual or mechanical means.
- Interpreted and followed blueprints to determine proper production tasks.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing expertise in coil winding techniques and best practices.
Machine Operator/Assembler
Bison Gear and Engineering / Ametek
St. Charles, IL
09.2008 - 10.2025
- Operated machinery for assembly, ensuring adherence to quality standards and safety protocols.
- Assembled components according to specifications, maintaining high efficiency and accuracy.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and improve operational efficiency.
- Trained new team members on assembly processes and safety practices to enhance team performance.
- Collaborated with engineering team to optimize production workflows and resolve technical issues.
- Reduced machine downtime by performing regular inspections and identifying potential issues before they escalated.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Responded quickly to any malfunctions or breakdowns in machinery, minimizing disruptions to overall production timelines.
- Sustained high levels of accuracy in assembly tasks, resulting in fewer defects and returns from customers.
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
- Utilized various hand tools for precise assembly work, consistently meeting tight tolerances specified for each product.
- Streamlined workflow by organizing supplies and tools efficiently, enabling faster completion of tasks.
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to company guidelines and maintaining a clean, organized work environment.
- Operated machinery effectively to maintain optimal production rates while minimizing waste materials.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Trained and instructed coworkers in proper assembly techniques.
- Executed entire assembly process by accurately interpreting set-up sheets, work orders, drawings, or blueprints.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Complied with safety standards to prevent machinery accidents and personnel injuries.
- Collaborated with machine operators and engineers to troubleshoot assembly-related issues and meet deadlines.
- Checked machines for proper output and functionality, fixing minor mechanical issues.
Assembler
Bison Gear and Engineering / Ametek
St. Charles, IL
09.2008 - 10.2025
- Assembled mechanical components with precision and attention to detail.
- Operated hand tools and machinery to complete assembly tasks efficiently.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with team members to improve assembly processes and workflows.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and assembly techniques.
- Streamlined assembly operations, reducing downtime and enhancing productivity.
- Mentored junior assemblers, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Maintained high-quality standards with thorough inspections of assembled parts.
- Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.
- Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced overall product quality and efficiency.
- Demonstrated a strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, prepared to begin work immediately, and contributing positively to the team''s overall success.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to meet production targets consistently.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various types of assemblies, allowing for seamless transition between different projects as needed.
- Organized workstations to maximize productivity, reduce distractions and meet deadlines.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Reduced assembly errors by following detailed instructions and blueprints for each project.
- Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and maintain quality standards.
- Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by offering assistance when needed and maintaining open communication with colleagues.
- Consistently met or exceeded daily production quotas while maintaining exceptional quality standards in all completed assemblies.
- Trained new employees on proper assembly techniques, ensuring quick acclimation to the role and faster overall team results.
- Established strong relationships with supervisors and managers through consistent communication regarding progress updates, concerns, or areas for potential improvement.
- Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
- Gained expertise in operating multiple types of tools and machinery essential for efficient assembly processes, resulting in increased versatility within the role.
- Reduced material waste, carefully following assembly instructions and protocols.
Mechanical Technician
Bison Gear and Engineering / Ametek
St. Charles, IL
09.2008 - 10.2025
- Operated and maintained precision machinery for assembly and production processes.
- Conducted troubleshooting and repair of mechanical systems to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement design improvements and optimize performance.
- Developed preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
- Analyzed system failures to identify root causes and proposed effective solutions.
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
- Monitored equipment performance to confirm proper and efficient function.
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Followed guidelines while performing maintenance and repairs to prevent work-related injuries.
- Ensured safe working environment through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of Haas, Okuma, and Citizen equipment.
- Read and interpreted technical drawings and schematics to understand equipment design and proper maintenance.
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
- Kept detailed records of repairs and maintenance for reference in future work.
- Improved machine efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Utilized varied tools and equipment to test and troubleshoot mechanical systems.
- Reduced equipment downtime by implementing effective preventive maintenance plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Del Valle High School
Del Valle, TXSkills
- Manufacturing technologies
- Standard operating procedures
- Health and safety compliance
- Scheduling management
- ISO standards
- Safety audits
- Employee training
- Quality inspections
- Assembly line supervision
- Lean manufacturing techniques
- Defect detection
- Teamwork and communication
- Strong work ethic
- Good communication
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Hand and power tools
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Following instructions
- Punctual and reliable
- Multitasking
- Worksite safety
- Punctuality
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Machine operation
- Active listening
- Assembly and production
Timeline
Manufacturing Group Leader
Bison Gear and Engineering / Ametek
09.2008 - 10.2025
Coil Winder
Bison Gear and Engineering / Ametek
09.2008 - 10.2025
Machine Operator/Assembler
Bison Gear and Engineering / Ametek
09.2008 - 10.2025
Assembler
Bison Gear and Engineering / Ametek
09.2008 - 10.2025
Mechanical Technician
Bison Gear and Engineering / Ametek
09.2008 - 10.2025
High School Diploma -
Del Valle High School