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Dan Bocker

Athens,AL

Summary

Over 30 years of hands-on experience in precision machining environments, with solid expertise in feeds and speeds of various cutting tools across a range of materials. Extensive tool crib experience, including tool selection, setup, and inventory management to support efficient shop floor operations.

Skilled in interpreting and applying Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), ensuring that parts meet critical tolerances and design intent. Proven ability to machine complex components from prototype to production, working closely with engineers and designers to bring concepts to life.

Strong background in prototype machining, including one-off parts and short-run production, requiring adaptability, problem-solving, and continuous adjustments for optimal performance.

Proficient in quality inspection, using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, height gauges, surface plates, and CMM (if applicable), ensuring that all finished parts conform to specifications and customer requirements.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

CNC Machinist

IMAC/ Rotek
01.2013 - 02.2013
  • Set-up, operated and edited Phoenix twin turret lathe

CNC Machinist

Blue Origin
06.2022 - Current
  • Set-up and operated CNC machines, including Mazak Integrex-Ramtech V/8 five axis mill turn to produce precision components for aerospace applications.
  • Interpret technical drawings and specifications to ensure accuracy in machining processes.
  • Machine 3D printed inconel parts for BE3U & BE4 rocket engines.
  • Machine 3D printed inconel parts for BE3U 7 BE4 rocket engines.
  • Conduct routine maintenance on machinery to enhance operational efficiency and minimize downtime.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve production issues effectively.

CNC Machinist

PMI Aerospace
05.2019 - 05.2022
  • Operated CNC machines to produce precision components for aerospace applications.
  • Interpreted technical drawings and specifications to ensure accuracy in machining processes.
  • Set-up, operated and edited Hardinge and Haas CNC lathes
  • Machined exotic metals for aerospace customers such as Collins Aerospace, Triumph, Pratt Whitney

CNC Machinist

Launch Technical Workforce/Imaginetics
10.2018 - 04.2019
  • Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to enhance operational efficiency and minimize downtime.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve production issues effectively.
  • Set-up, operated and edited Haas EC400 4 axis horizontal mill
  • Set-up, operated and edited Haas VF2 and Matsuura VX1000 3 axis vertical mills
  • Machined exotic metals for Boeing and other aerospace companies

CNC Machinist

PMI Aerospace
10.2017 - 09.2018

Set-up, operated and edited Okuma LB45 lathe

  • Set-up, operated and edited Hardinge and Haas CNC lathes
  • Machined exotic metals for aerospace customers such as United Technologies, SpaceX, and Pratt Whitney

CNC Machinist

Personnel Management Group/Flinchbaugh Engineering
06.2017 - 09.2017
  • Monitored quality control measures, ensuring compliance with industry standards during production runs.
  • Assisted in developing setup sheets and work instructions for optimized machining operations.
  • Set-up, operated and edited Okuma LB45 Lathe
  • Set-up, operated and edited Mazak AJV 35/60 vertical mill
  • Operated overhead crane to delivery parts and fixtures to machine

CNC Machinist

H & M Machining
03.2017 - 06.2017


  • Programmed, set-up and operated 4 axis Mazak lathes utilizing Mazatrol programming

CNC Machinist

Madicorp/Federal Mogel
11.2016 - 04.2017
  • Set-up, operated and edited 4 axis Mazak Super Quick Turn 18 MS-Y Mark II with Flex GL150N Gantry
  • Set-up, operated and edited 4 axis Mazak Multiplex 6100Y with a LNS bar feeder

CNC Machinist

Strom Engineering Corporation
09.2015 - 06.2016
  • Set-up, operated and edited 4 axis Mazak Super Quick Turn 18 MS-Y Mark II with flex GL150N Gantry
  • Set-up, operated and edited 4 axis Mazak Multiplex 6100Y with a LNS bar feeder

CNC Machinist

STS Aviation, Paradigm Precision
06.2015 - 09.2015
  • Set-up and operated Okuma lathes and mills
  • Machines iconel castings for Pratt Whitney F135 engine

CNC Machinist

Storm Engineering/Aerojet Rocketdyne
05.2014 - 03.2015
  • Set-up and operated 4 axis Mori Seiki CNC lathes
  • Machined exotic metals for rocket engines

CNC Machinist

Strom Engineering/Bell Helicopter
06.2013 - 02.2014
  • Set-up and operated Komo 5 axis CNC router
  • Set-up and operated Okuma CNC lathes

CNC Machinist

IMAC/Rotek
01.2013 - 02.2013
  • Set-up, operated and edited Phoenix twin turret lathe

CNC Machinist

Personnel Management Group/Dril-Quip
11.2012 - 01.2013
  • Set-up, operated and edited Mazak lathe
  • Operated fork lift and overhead crane to delivery parts and fixtures to machine

Tool Room Machinist

Personnel Management Group/Caterpiller
08.2012 - 09.2012
  • Programmed, set-up and operated Mazak lathe

CNC Machinist

Strom Engineering Corporation/Moyno Inc
03.2012 - 07.2012
  • Programmed, set-up and operated Weingartner machine utilizing Num controls
  • First article inspection, set-up height gauges, indicators, and bore gauges

Education

Winnebago High School
Winnebago

Skills

  • Blueprints reading
  • Multi-axis machining
  • Equipment set up
  • Precision measurement

Timeline

CNC Machinist

Blue Origin
06.2022 - Current

CNC Machinist

PMI Aerospace
05.2019 - 05.2022

CNC Machinist

Launch Technical Workforce/Imaginetics
10.2018 - 04.2019

CNC Machinist

PMI Aerospace
10.2017 - 09.2018

CNC Machinist

Personnel Management Group/Flinchbaugh Engineering
06.2017 - 09.2017

CNC Machinist

H & M Machining
03.2017 - 06.2017

CNC Machinist

Madicorp/Federal Mogel
11.2016 - 04.2017

CNC Machinist

Strom Engineering Corporation
09.2015 - 06.2016

CNC Machinist

STS Aviation, Paradigm Precision
06.2015 - 09.2015

CNC Machinist

Storm Engineering/Aerojet Rocketdyne
05.2014 - 03.2015

CNC Machinist

Strom Engineering/Bell Helicopter
06.2013 - 02.2014

CNC Machinist

IMAC/ Rotek
01.2013 - 02.2013

CNC Machinist

IMAC/Rotek
01.2013 - 02.2013

CNC Machinist

Personnel Management Group/Dril-Quip
11.2012 - 01.2013

Tool Room Machinist

Personnel Management Group/Caterpiller
08.2012 - 09.2012

CNC Machinist

Strom Engineering Corporation/Moyno Inc
03.2012 - 07.2012

Winnebago High School
Dan Bocker