Over 30 years of experience in manufacturing from material handling to setup, programming, and operating CNC machinery. Produced high-quality parts according to specifications. Highly organized and hardworking with collaborative nature, good follow-through and excellent listening skills. Maintains highest level of safety and cleanliness in and around production and assembly areas.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machine Operator
White Drive Motors & Steering
Hopkinsville , Kentucky
06.2023 - 07.2024
Set up and operated CNC machines to perform repetitive machining operations according to specifications, while adhering to safety protocols at all times.
Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece.
Maintained accurate records of production data including scrap rates and downtime.
Performed minor maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating machines.
Troubleshot issues related to tooling or programming errors using problem solving techniques.
Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, adjusted machine controls as necessary during the run cycle.
Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run parts and sample works with micrometers, calipers or other measuring instruments.
Performed routine maintenance on machines. Changed out aging tools, fixtures and made offsets.
Achieved safety, quality, and performance standards to meet production schedules.
Machine Operator
Hydro-Gear
Princeton, KY
11.2021 - 06.2023
Operated CNC machine while adhering to safety protocols at all times.
Maintained accurate records of production data including scrap rates and downtime.
Identified opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency. Produced parts within specified tolerances and quality standards.
Performed regular safety inspections
Trained new operators on the use of machinery and proper operating procedures according to company guidelines.
Identified defective parts during inspection process and reported them to supervisor immediately.
Cleaned and maintained work area in a safe, organized condition at all times.
Material Handler
Ryder Logistics
Princeton, Kentucky
01.2017 - 10.2021
Worked safely & quickly using Forklift (push/pull pack) to remove stacks of product off several running assembly lines by cardboard slip
Properly Identified each product, labeled & scanned in quantities with pallet type information using computerized systems such as SAP or Oracle software applications.
Placed units on proper pallet types and stacked according to daily run lists
Transported & scanned units to proper storage location
Performed regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records.
Operated forklift in a safe manner to move large shipments within the facility.
Order picked loads and loaded trailers
Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
Maintained work area cleanliness
Reported any malfunctions or damages of material handling equipment promptly.
Worked with internal departments to locate missing packages
Senior Maintenance Associate
TreeHouse Foods Inc.
, KY
04.2004 - 12.2016
Maintained maintenance & stockroom daily logs
Loaded/unloaded trucks with forklift
Responded quickly to phone & radio calls to identify & retrieve parts for maintenance
Conducted physical inventory cycle counts in order to maintain accurate stock levels.
Provided requisitions to MRO Buyer for parts & supplies
Organized and maintained all items within the tool crib with proper labeling and storage.
Completed data entry & necessary paperwork including packing slips, bills of lading, receiving reports. accurately and on time.