Alexander Lemon
Waterford,MI
Summary
Talented Machinist with 13 years of experience setting up and operating machine tools to produce precision parts. Skilled at programming CNC machines to create parts from various materials. Energetic and dedicated to completing each job to meet customer satisfaction standards. Seeking to maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges to become a leader in my profession.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machinist Operator and Programmer
Lane Tool And MFG.
10.2013 - Current
- Programming 3, 4, and 5 axis CNC mills using CAM software
- Reviewed CNC designs for pre-production errors, eliminating design flaws to reduce raw material waste.
- Created instructions for machinists and reviewed 3D CAD design blueprints.
- Analyzed job orders and performed necessary calculations while modifying existing programs for increased efficiency.
- Translated work orders and blueprints into machining parameters and plans.
- Developed streamlined tool paths and fabrication methods to reduce production time
- Designed work paths for custom projects, selecting appropriate parameters for speed, feed rates and tool selection.
- Created precision CNC projects for clients in the automotive, aerospace and defense industry.
- Advanced understanding of standard G-code language
- Maintained tight tolerances with blueprint specifications.
- Advanced print reading, and knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerances
- Completed machine setups, including planning tool lists, and fixtures for precision details
- Working with a wide variety of material such as stainless steel, exotic alloys, pre-hardened steel, heat treated tool steel, weldments, and various plastics
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Regularly exceeded daily production goals by effectively troubleshooting machinery and programming issues.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers and indicators to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Calibrated machines and machine probes for accuracy
- Organizing tool drawers, taking inventory on cutting tools, specialty tooling and fixtures
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
5 Axis Cutter Grinder
Michigan Drill
01.2010 - 10.2013
- Manufacturing micro drills, reamers, and deburring tools for the medical and tech industries using the state of the art Unison 2650, 5 axis tool grinder with auto loader.
- Calibrating the auto loader to pick up blank drill stock as small as .0125.
- Complete programming and setup of the machine for features such as drill point angle, helix angle, rake angle, web thickness, chamfer depth, and flute length.
- Checking blanks for total runout within .0003 with an indicator.
- In charge of keeping inventory of thousands of drill and reamer blanks of varying size, keeping inventory of all grinding wheels, collets and tooling for the machine.
- Inspecting finished cutting tools with a microscope for compliance with blueprint standards and removed defective items
- Adhered to all standard safety and compliance requirements, which decreased minor accidents
- Kept equipment in good working order by calibrating settings and performing minor maintenance.
- Featured in the February 2012 edition of Cutting Tool Engineering for effectively grinding micro drills
Education
General Studies
Macomb Community College
Warren, MI2010
High School Diploma -
Lutheran High North
Macomb2008
Skills
- CNC Machine Operation
- Cutting Sequences
- FANUC Controls
- Tooling Selection
- Critical Thinking
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerances
- Gibbs CAM programming
- 5 axis and trunnion table programming
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Equipment Calibration
- OSHA Requirements
Timeline
CNC Machinist Operator and Programmer
Lane Tool And MFG.
10.2013 - Current
5 Axis Cutter Grinder
Michigan Drill
01.2010 - 10.2013
General Studies
Macomb Community College
High School Diploma -
Lutheran High North