Alexandre Santos
Summary
Skilled Manufacturing Operative with hands-on experience in industrial production and a Level 4 EQF qualification in CNC. Specialises in CNC machine operation and quality control, consistently ensuring compliance with safety standards. Focused on optimising quality and productivity in fast-paced environments, aiming to contribute effectively to the UK manufacturing and engineering sector.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Operative
Vanpro
07.2022 - 12.2025
- Monitored item quality at each production stage to ensure accuracy.
- Conducted quality control inspections, identifying defects and taking corrective actions to uphold product standards.
- Followed production schedule to achieve set time scales and quality standards.
- Packaged items securely to eliminate damage during transport.
- Counted and confirmed products during packing to reduce errors.
- Removed finished pieces from production lines and moved to packing, storage, or transport locations.
- Ensured safe transportation of items to reduce potential risks.
- Closely monitored operations to verify compliance with health and safety regulations.
Automated Assembly Line Operator
Volkswagen
09.2018 - 08.2020
- Followed production schedule to achieve set time scales and quality standards.
- Completed work orders quickly in busy production environment.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve production targets, contributing to a cohesive and productive work environment.
- Kept in line with safety standards by wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as instructed in company manuals.
- Attended training to keep up to date on safety standards, production regulations and company best practices.
- Kept production areas clean and obstacle-free to minimise risk of accident or injury.
Education
CNC Training / Qualification
IEFP
Setúbal01-2022
Skills
- CNC Machine Operation
- CNC Setting
- Manufacturing
- Production Operations
- Quality Control
- Technical Drawing
- Precision Measurement
- Machine Tooling
- Production Line Operations
- Health & Safety
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
- Attention to Detail
- 5S / Lean Manufacturing
- Time Management
Timeline
Production Operative
Vanpro
07.2022 - 12.2025
Automated Assembly Line Operator
Volkswagen
09.2018 - 08.2020
CNC Training / Qualification
IEFP