Jonathan B.

Experience

• Automation Manager American Turnkey Fabricators · Full-time Jul 2025 – Apr 2026 9 mos Rancho Cucamonga, CA, United States • Managed daily execution for a team of three automation engineers, ensuring timely, cost-effective project delivery.
  • Performed customer site visits to define requirements, generate proposals, and drive project milestones from kickoff to closeout.
  • Engineered and commissioned PLC/HMI solutions using Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, Omron, and AutomationDirect.
  • Designed automation solutions using simulation and mechanical design methods, including motor sizing for conveyor and pick‑and‑place systems.
• Continuous Improvement Engineer American Turnkey Fabricators · Full-time Mar 2025 – Jul 2025 4 mos Rancho Cucamonga, CA, United States • Created standard operating procedures (SOPs) for key functions and production areas, including Sales, Purchasing, Design Engineering, Waterjet, Laser, CNC, and overall department workflow.
  • Developed an internal ERP application using Microsoft Power Apps and SharePoint (database management, UI design, and end-to-end front-end/back-end development).
  • Implemented safety protocols and PPE requirements across production departments.
  • Reduced consumables cost by standardizing deburr department procedures and deploying tool-coolant systems.
• Design Engineering Supervisor American Turnkey Fabricators · Full-time Nov 2024 – Mar 2025 4 mos Rancho Cucamonga, CA, United States • Led a 5-engineer team coordinating ~20 engineering projects per month, spanning full implementations and reverse-engineering efforts.
  • Implemented project follow-up, accountability, and tracking systems to improve visibility and execution.
  • Established weekly status reporting and eliminated project delays.
  • Streamlined communication and handoffs between Sales, Engineering, and production departments.
• Buyer American Turnkey Fabricators · Full-time Jul 2024 – Nov 2024 4 mos Rancho Cucamonga, CA, United States • Managed quoting, supplier comparisons, and purchasing of materials and tools, and sourced outside services supporting daily operations across five machine shops (Los Angeles–Las Vegas).
  • Established purchasing procedures and implemented performance metrics to evaluate procurement effectiveness.
  • Created a traceable task-management system for purchasing activities and integrated it with QuickBooks ERP.
• Engineering Manager Autovac Systems de Mexico · Full-time Mar 2019 – Mar 2024 5 yrs Tecate, B.C., Mexico • Led a cross‑functional team of 4 Design Engineers, 1 Manufacturing Engineer, and 2 Systems Engineers, overseeing day‑to‑day operations at the Mexico facility.
  • Directed new product introductions (NPI), product continuous improvement initiatives, innovation projects, production enhancements, and infrastructure upgrades.
  • Coordinated interdepartmental activities to ensure on‑time execution of operational objectives and adherence to established schedules.
  • Maintained continuous collaboration with the U.S.-based layout design team, ensuring alignment on design standards, timelines, and implementation requirements.
• Design Engineer Autovac Systems de Mexico · Full-time Aug 2018 – Mar 2024 5 yrs 7 mos Tecate, B.C., Mexico • Responsible of the creation of models and drawings for manufacturing to various parts using SolidWorks, following ASME and GD&T symbology.
  • Responsible of the implementation of all the parts within the manufacturing process to PDM database.
  • Implemented PDM database and metadata for all models, administrated all users within PDM, created and managed roles for all the required personnel, since floor managers to President.
• Process Engineer Autovac Systems de Mexico · Full-time Aug 2017 – Aug 2018 1 yrs Tecate, B.C., Mexico Created and standardized SOPs for manufacturing processes, driving operational consistency and reducing variability.
  • Established a preventive maintenance program for all equipment, improving machine reliability and minimizing downtime.
  • Developed comprehensive operator manuals for legacy equipment, enabling faster onboarding and safer operation.
  • Streamlined tooling organization for press brakes and CNC punch machines; produced technical drawings and built a centralized design database to enhance efficiency and traceability.