Manuel Martinez
Kankakee
Summary
Dedicated Machine Technician with experience keeping machines operating and producing specification-compliant products. Background includes working alone or with skilled groups to monitor and maximize work quality. Dependable and hardworking with strong attention to detail. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Technician
Rietveld Equipment
08.2023 - Current
- Contributed to a safer work environment by implementing proper lockout/tagout procedures during maintenance tasks.
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove, and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
- Improved machine efficiency by conducting routine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Maintained detailed records of all machine repairs and parts replacements, ensuring accurate tracking of inventory.
Auto Detailer
Unique Detailing
12.2017 - 07.2025
- Washed cars and trucks daily for auto dealership.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing thorough interior and exterior detailing services.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring optimal workflow and safety standards.
- Cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces by using cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices.
- Contributed to a positive workplace atmosphere by demonstrating strong teamwork skills and a commitment to excellence in service delivery.
- Performed high-quality paint correction tasks to remove scratches and swirl marks, resulting in improved vehicle appearance.
- Applied ceramic coatings for long-lasting protection against environmental hazards, increasing vehicle longevity.
- Maintained all the paperwork and paid all the bills and kept inventory full.
- Updated and ran social media page daily by uploading new content eveyday.
- Operated buffers, steamers, hoses, vacuums and other equipment to meet service expectations.
- Interacted face-to-face with customers to understand vehicle detailing needs and deliver quality satisfaction.
Laborer
Van Drunen Farms
03.2016 - 11.2017
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Cultivated soil, sowed crops, and controlled weeds by slashing or chemical spraying.
- Improved farm efficiency through proper maintenance of farm equipment and machinery.
Education
Bradley Bourbonnais Community High School
Bradley, ILSkills
- Machine operation
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Hand and power tools
- Equipment inspection
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Reliability
- Skid steer operation
- Equipment care
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Machine Technician
Rietveld Equipment
08.2023 - Current
Auto Detailer
Unique Detailing
12.2017 - 07.2025
Laborer
Van Drunen Farms
03.2016 - 11.2017
Bradley Bourbonnais Community High School
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