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Andre Debs

West Harrison ,NY

Summary

Motivated, hard working, and adaptable self-starter with years of experience in machining, problem solving, and production/logistics. Works well under pressure while meeting and/or exceeding goals and deadlines.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Tool Room Manager

Zierick Manufacturing
03.2023 - Current
  • Fabricate bushings, inserts, punches, dies, jigs, form tools, die parts, and other tools as required.
  • Proficient in use of manual mill, manual lathe, surface grinder, wire EDM, jig borer, heat treating, and other necessary hand tools.
  • Diagnose and repair production equipment and tooling in order to maintain continuous production.
  • Verify customer specifications through detailed tool and die evaluations.
  • Analyze tooling requirements to facilitate production.
  • Optimize manufacturing processes, leading to substantial improvements in efficiency.
  • Oversee tool room operations and maintain inventory for production needs.
  • Manage tool maintenance schedules and ensure equipment readiness.
  • Order new tooling supplies as needed.
  • Train junior staff on die fabrication techniques and safety protocols.

Tool and Die Maker

Allied Sinterings Inc
04.2012 - 03.2023
  • Trained, evaluated, and supported new hires.
  • Engaged with customers about production capabilities.
  • Maintained extremely strict work tolerances and quality control specifications.
  • Coordinated logistics regarding incoming inventory and outgoing shipments.
  • Optimized production processes to ensure strict quality control and precision tolerances.
  • Used manual mills, lathes, surface grinders, die and sinker EDMs, and hand tools to repair non-conforming tooling.
  • Pioneered process improvements in set-up procedures, significantly reducing downtime and enhancing efficiency.

Assistant Manager & Lead Server

Lago Ristorante
09.2016 - 12.2022
  • Provide training to new hires and assist the general manager with determining scheduling needs
  • Provide a customer-centric dining experience, exceptional customer service, and handle any customer complaints
  • Coordinate logistics, inventory, and outside vendors for large private and corporate parties
  • Updated and maintained essential technology for front and back of house.

PVT Machinist

Hipotronics
10.2008 - 04.2012
  • Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected milestones.
  • Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, mills, grinders, etc
  • Utilized micrometers, calipers, and other inspection equipment to verify and measure precise tolerances.
  • Tested finished product to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.

Education

Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT

HS Diploma -

Immaculate High School
Danbury, CT

Skills

  • Tool maintenance and repair
  • Inventory management
  • Equipment calibration and inspection
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Strong Mathematical skills
  • Problem solving

Timeline

Tool Room Manager

Zierick Manufacturing
03.2023 - Current

Assistant Manager & Lead Server

Lago Ristorante
09.2016 - 12.2022

Tool and Die Maker

Allied Sinterings Inc
04.2012 - 03.2023

PVT Machinist

Hipotronics
10.2008 - 04.2012

Western Connecticut State University

HS Diploma -

Immaculate High School

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