Steve Montanez
Stroudsburg
Summary
Versatile and results-oriented professional with extensive experience at Coherent, adept in process development and quality inspections. Excelled in collaborative projects, enhancing team performance through innovative solutions and effective communication. Proficient in technical documentation and data analysis, contributing to significant process improvements and cost savings.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Engineer
Coherent
Easton
12.2023 - Current
- Recorded test results, photographs and summaries of visual observations to document lab or field data.
- Participated in design reviews of project components by providing feedbacks and suggestions.
- Collaborated with other teams to implement new features in existing systems.
- Analyzed customer requirements to develop detailed designs for new systems.
- Created documents for user manuals, installation instructions and troubleshooting procedures.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Lead Fabrication Operator
Coherent
Easton
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Communicated effectively with other members of the team about any issues that may arise during fabrication operations.
- Set-up and adjusted fabrication equipment to ensure proper operation.
- Gathered required parts for product assembly and ordered new materials to prevent shortages.
- Troubleshot problems with the fabrication process and took corrective action as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of production data including quantity, quality and time.
- Inspected parts for conformance with specifications using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers and gauges.
- Participated in product development sessions to learn new product specifications and brainstorm new work strategies.
- Operated, calibrated and performed preventative maintenance on fabrication machines.
- Assisted in the development of new processes and procedures related to fabrication operations.
Machine Operator Technician
II-VI
Easton
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Recorded data on daily production sheets accurately detailing number of items produced each day.
- Measured and inspected finished products for defects and compared to work instructions for accuracy.
- Verified conformance of finished products to specifications using various gauges such as micrometers, calipers and depth gages.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures.
- Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusted machine controls or control media as required.
- Positioned and secured materials against cutting, clamping and feeding mechanisms.
- Set up and operate production machines to perform tasks such as cutting, forming, punching, drilling and assembly.
Line Cook
Camelback Ski Resort
Tannersville
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Disposed of spoiled and expired food according to waste regulations
- Utilized grills, fryers and ovens to heat food to appropriate serving temperatures
- Adhered to dress code and hygiene guidelines to promote food safety and sanitation
- Replenished ingredient levels and reported inventory shortages
- Stocked and maintained prep stations to reduce wait times and shortages
- Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans and objectives
Machine Operator
United Envelope
Mount Pocono
04.2014 - 09.2018
- Inspected products at various checkpoints, driving quality
- Detected and solved problems related to product quality and aesthetics
- Cleaned equipment and work area before, during and after shift, promoting sanitation
- Checked output, reducing machine-related flaws or mistakes
- Deployed heavy machinery, enabling manufacture and distribution of goods
- Adjusted machining operations using hand tools or numerical controls
- Operated industrial carts and forklifts for lifting, moving and transporting materials
- Packed finished goods in proper packaging and boxes, reducing damage during transport
- Carried out production procedures, maximizing efficiency and profits
Material Handler
United Envelope
Mount Pocono
05.2017 - 02.2018
- Kept material handling equipment in good condition by conducting regular maintenance
- Sorted and placed materials on racks, shelves, or bins using predetermined sequences
- Stacked materials on pallets and wrapped with pallet wrap, facilitating safe transport
- Organized stock and moved large loads around warehouse using forklifts and cranes
- Located materials and supplies by pulling and verifying items on production orders
- Utilized hand and powered lift trucks for lifting and storing materials
- Monitored flow of materials and parts to meet schedule commitments
Truck Loader
Amazon
Gouldsboro
05.2013 - 03.2014
- Checked conditions and weights of vessels to ensure cleanliness and compliance with loading procedures
- Operated conveyors and equipment to transfer grain and other materials from transportation vehicles
- Sorted cargo before loading and unloading
Truck Unloader
Walmart
Mount Pocono
04.2012 - 09.2013
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks
- Collaborated with departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans and objectives
- Assisted with new hire orientation and employee training
- Operated industrial carts and forklifts for lifting, moving and transporting materials
Education
High School Diploma -
Pocono Mountain West Highschool
Pocono Summit, pa06.2011
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Reading and determining measurements using tools such as calipers, micrometers, drop gauges, Nspec, Omega/Theta XRD, and Nikon measure scopes
- Process development
- Process control analysis
- Quality Inspections and Reporting
- Heavy lifting
- Fast-paced manufacturing experience
- Collaboration
- Technical documentation
- Data analysis (currently participating in the Green Belt program)
- Effective communication
- Project management
- Experience with JMP software
- MS Office experience (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- SolidWorks experience
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Associate Engineer
Coherent
12.2023 - Current
Lead Fabrication Operator
Coherent
09.2023 - 12.2023
Machine Operator Technician
II-VI
09.2022 - 09.2023
Line Cook
Camelback Ski Resort
05.2019 - 08.2019
Material Handler
United Envelope
05.2017 - 02.2018
Machine Operator
United Envelope
04.2014 - 09.2018
Truck Loader
Amazon
05.2013 - 03.2014
Truck Unloader
Walmart
04.2012 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
Pocono Mountain West Highschool
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