STEVEN ACOSTA FLORES
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Experienced Technician with a strong background supporting high volume production environments at Dexcom. Demonstrated expertise in equipment troubleshooting, system diagnostics, and cross departmental collaboration. Actively completing coursework toward Automated Industrial Technology Associates degree. With responsibilities such as advanced maintenance and peer mentorship. Committed to safety, compliance, and continuous technical development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equipment Technician 2
Dexcom
07.2025 - Current
- Repaired and calibrated high precision bio analytical equipment such as the YSI Analyzers
- Performed and documented installation qualification(IQ) procedures
- Assisted engineering in configuring and validating critical testing stations for FACT testing
Manufacturing Technician 3
Dexcom
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Serve as lead technician in the Membrane, providing guidance, support, and oversight to fellow technicians during daily operations.
- Trained numerous technicians, focusing on equipment handling and documentation accuracy.
- Act as a backup for process tech, independently troubleshooting equipment and analyzing data to return tools to production with limited engineering support.
- Qualified new equipment independently, ensuring readiness for production and compliance with operational standards.
- Utilize AVEVA PI Vision and Ignition software to independently troubleshoot recurring equipment issues, contributing to identifying root causes and fixes.
- Assisted engineering with equipment related projects, supporting troubleshooting, testing, and implementation.
- Performed corrective and preventive maintenance on YSI analyzers in the chemistry lab.
- Applying knowledge of Afac processes to expand technical versatility and support interdepartmental operations.
Manufacturing Technician 2
Dexcom
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted in training production staff & manufacturing technicians in the use of Membrane equipment.
- Supported engineering and maintenance efforts during a period of rapid production scale up, contributing to a 10x increase in sensor output.
- Performed daily preventive and corrective maintenance of equipment to minimize downtime.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Collected and reviewed engineering data to assess needs and recommend solutions.
- Reported on findings and made proactive and targeted recommendations to senior leaders.
- Dismantled & rebuilt many subsystems of the automated & large-scale dippers.
- Assisted MES with equipment setup, repairs, & qualifications, as well as completing required documentation.
Manufacturing Associate
Dexcom
05.2021 - 09.2022
- Worked on assembly lines maintaining constant communication with other operators and leads.
- Followed safety protocols and utilized OSHA-approved PPE to foster safe working environment.
- Performed Tests to ascertain quality of solutions determining if further action is needed to maintain production of quality product.
- Recorded and tracked daily production data for management reporting.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows. (QA, CC)
Education
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Automated Industrial Technology
Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ05-2027
High School Diploma - US
Desert Ridge High School
AZ05-2018
Skills
- Equipment Troubleshooting and diagnostics
- AVEVA PI Vision
- Ignition SCADA Software
- Team leadership & Collaboration
- Data Collection & Interpretation
- Documentation & Compliance
- Advanced knowledge of Excel to analyze data
- Cross Training & Departmental Flexibility
- Proficient with a variety of tools
- Adherence with Safety protocols
Certification
Sufficient credits for Industrial Electrical Systems (CCL), Industrial Control Systems (CCL), and Industrial Fluid Systems (CCL)
Timeline
Equipment Technician 2
Dexcom
07.2025 - Current
Manufacturing Technician 3
Dexcom
09.2024 - 07.2025
Manufacturing Technician 2
Dexcom
09.2022 - Current
Manufacturing Associate
Dexcom
05.2021 - 09.2022
High School Diploma - US
Desert Ridge High School
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Automated Industrial Technology
Mesa Community College