Alan Agnew
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Results-driven Manufacturing Leader and Journeyman Machinist with nearly 14 years of comprehensive experience managing complex industrial fabrication, machining, and assembly operations. Expert at bridging the gap between Engineering, Procurement, and shop-floor execution to meet aggressive delivery metrics. Combines deep technical mastery of discrete manufacturing with formal training in Lean Six Sigma and DMAIC methodologies to eliminate waste, optimize throughput, and reduce downtime. Proven track record of stepping into expanded supervisory responsibilities, including training, coaching, and mentoring personnel to foster a zero-incident safety culture and maintain 95%+ on-time schedule adherence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Machinist
Verus Aerospace
Tacoma, Washington
03.2026 - Current
- Manage daily floor activities for critical hardware component manufacturing, ensuring team alignment with production schedules, safety rules, and quality metrics.
- Act as a primary liaison between Procurement and Engineering to ensure fabrication orders are released on time, establishing smooth material flows and component availability.
- Execute standard operating procedures (SOPs) and leverage production reporting tools to optimize capacity planning and daily resource allocation.
- Spearhead shift safety briefings to promote and maintain a zero-incident environment in compliance with regulatory and company health and safety policies.
- Supervise the setup of complex tooling, fixtures, and workholding, tracking metrics to eliminate equipment downtime and process defects.
- Guide, coach, and develop team members on blueprint interpretation, blueprint adjustments, and machine controls to upskill the workforce.
Machinist
Blue Origin
Kent, WA
09.2023 - 01.2026
- Directed high-precision aerospace machinery operations, balancing workflow and floor schedules to optimize throughput and maximize asset utilization.
- Partnered cross-functionally with Engineering and Quality Assurance to address product nonconformances, perform root-cause analysis, and drive corrective actions.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing principles and process optimization, resulting in measurable efficiency gains and reduced manufacturing downtime.
- Trained and mentored incoming personnel, fostering an engaged team culture rooted in continuous improvement and strict adherence to quality tolerances.
- Oversaw rigorous first-article inspections and GD&T verification to keep scrap and rework levels at a minimum.
Machinist
TRCW Inc
Humble, TX
02.2022 - 07.2023
- Led setup and machining production schedules for complex industrial equipment components within the oil field manufacturing sector.
- Managed workflow, material tracking, and process tracking within the department to ensure consistency, quality, and strict adherence to drawings.
- Enhanced shift productivity and cell efficiency through strategic workflow audits, resource reallocation, and technical program improvements.
- Designed and built specialized tooling to streamline assembly operations and overcome unique manufacturing constraints.
Machinist
A&G Machine
Auburn, WA
08.2016 - 01.2022
- Interpreted intricate blueprints and setup sheets to configure tooling and cutters with precision.
- Optimized machining parameters (speeds/feeds) to achieve superior part finishes and dimensions.
- Validated new programs and documented processes for future production runs, ensuring consistency and quality.
- Conducted GD&T verifications during first article and production runs to maintain compliance with standards.
- Utilized overhead crane for safe machine load/unload operations, enhancing workplace safety and efficiency.
Machinist
Mega Machine Shop Inc
Tumwater, WA
06.2018 - 10.2020
- Operated multi-axis machines to machine a variety of metals to exacting tolerances.
- Implemented program edits to refine machining processes, resulting in improved part quality and reduced cycle times.
- Conducted setup and verifications on 3-5 axis machines, ensuring optimal performance and accuracy.
- Proved out new and existing programs, making necessary adjustments to meet GD&T requirements using manual and CMM measuring devices.
Machinist
Ultrapoly Ind
Tacoma, WA
05.2013 - 07.2016
- Machined small and large parts to demanding tolerances, ensuring precision and quality in every production run.
- Performed GD&T verifications on production runs to maintain standards.
- Assembled, fitted, and finished parts with meticulous attention to detail.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gov. John R. Rogers High School
Puyallup, WA01.2010
Skills
- Operational & Production Management
Lean Manufacturing & 5S Tools
Production Scheduling & Capacity
Root-Cause Analysis & DMAIC
Cross-Functional Collaboration
SOP Execution & Reporting Tools
Quality Assurance & GD&T Verification
Safety Compliance & OSHA Culture
Team Leadership & Performance Coaching
Resource Allocation & Procurement Liaison
Certifications And Awards
- 40-Hour Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) Course
- Six Sigma
- DMAIC methodology, waste (Muda) identification, process mapping, and root-cause analysis. Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Certificate- Mitti
- Manufacturing Technologies Certificate Alison Educational Platform SOPs, quality control compliance, audit preparation, and material traceability, Additive manufacturing
- Forklift and overhead crane certified
- Recipient of Employee of the Month award, recognizing outstanding performance and dedication
Timeline
Journeyman Machinist
Verus Aerospace
03.2026 - Current
Machinist
Blue Origin
09.2023 - 01.2026
Machinist
TRCW Inc
02.2022 - 07.2023
Machinist
Mega Machine Shop Inc
06.2018 - 10.2020
Machinist
A&G Machine
08.2016 - 01.2022
Machinist
Ultrapoly Ind
05.2013 - 07.2016
High School Diploma -
Gov. John R. Rogers High School