Max Reinaldo

Results-driven Sheet Metal Fabricator with 12 years of hands-on experience at Stainless Depot, specializing in precision fabrication, repair, and assembly of complex stainless steel components. Expert in interpreting blueprints, layout, forming, welding, and quality assurance to produce durable, high-tolerance parts. Eager to apply proven skills in sheet metal techniques to aircraft structures, modifications, and repairs—ensuring compliance with FAA standards for safety, structural integrity, and airworthiness (per FAA Aviation Mechanic Certification Standards and AC 43.13-1B).

Sheet Metal Fabricator at Stainless Depot & Associates (2013-07 – Present)

Planned, laid out, fabricated, and installed custom sheet metal parts and assemblies from technical drawings. Performed modifications, repairs, and reinforcements on damaged or worn metal fabrications. Operated sheet metal machinery and hand/power tools with high accuracy. Interpreted blueprints and specifications for compliance with design requirements.

• Planned, laid out, fabricated, and installed custom sheet metal parts and assemblies from technical drawings, including complex shapes with straight/curved edges, irregular curves, and precise tolerances—directly transferable to aircraft skin, panels, and structural components.
• Performed modifications, repairs, and reinforcements on damaged or worn metal fabrications using cutting, bending, forming, and joining techniques to restore structural integrity and functionality.
• Operated sheet metal machinery (press brakes, shears, rollers, punches) and hand/power tools to cut, form, drill, and finish stainless steel and other metals with high accuracy.
• Applied finishing and polishing to meet quality and aesthetic standards.
• Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and specifications to ensure compliance with design requirements; performed layout, measurement, and fit-up for complex assemblies.
• Utilized precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, squares) for inspections and quality control, maintaining tolerances essential for structural applications.
• Collaborated with teams to assemble, install, and troubleshoot fabrications; trained junior staff on safety protocols, equipment use, and best practices.
• Maintained clean, safe work environment per OSHA standards; managed material inventory and minimized waste through efficient processes.

High School Diploma – Felix Varela Senior High (2011)

Associates in Arts – Miami Dade College (2026)