Beau Kifer
Chetopa,KS
Summary
Precision-driven CNC Machine Operator experienced in programming, operating, and maintaining CNC machinery to produce high-quality parts. Achieved operational efficiency through attention to detail and effective problem-solving strategies while collaborating in team environments. Focused on ensuring timely project completion and adherence to specifications while maintaining safety practices.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machine Operator
Shape technology
Baxter Springs, Kansas
04.2020 - Current
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision components for various projects.
- Monitored machine performance and made adjustments to maintain quality standards.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to set up machining processes.
- Trained junior operators on machine setup and operational procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
- Conducted routine maintenance on CNC equipment to ensure optimal operation.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues to minimize downtime during production.
- Maintained quality control by inspecting parts for conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
- Achieved safety, quality, and performance standards to meet production schedules.
- Operated multiple CNC machines simultaneously while adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Set up and operated CNC machines to perform repetitive machining operations on a variety of materials according to specifications.
- Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
- Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run parts and sample works with micrometers, calipers or other measuring instruments.
- Adjusted machine controls for optimal speed, feed rates, and coolant flow during operations.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, adjusted machine controls as necessary during the run cycle.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance tasks on CNC machinery.
- Monitored machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
- Set-up and operated lathes, mills, and grinders to cut raw materials.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece.
- Troubleshot issues related to tooling or programming errors using problem solving techniques.
- Worked from layout and work order, created programs and set up machines to produce required parts.
- Used devices, templates and fixtures to measure dimensions of finished workpieces for conformance.
- Provided expert coaching and training for new team members.
- Repaired damaged parts according to company standards before returning them back into service.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
CNC Machine Operator
Cardinal Scale
Webb City, Missouri
04.2016 - 04.2020
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision components for various projects.
- Operated multiple CNC machines simultaneously while adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Set up and operated CNC machines to perform repetitive machining operations on a variety of materials according to specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to set up machining processes.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece.
- Monitored machine performance and made adjustments to maintain quality standards.
- Monitored machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
- Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
- Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run parts and sample works with micrometers, calipers or other measuring instruments.
- Set controls to regulate speed, feed and coolant flow.
- Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues to minimize downtime during production.
- Trained junior operators on machine setup and operational procedures.
- Achieved safety, quality, and performance standards to meet production schedules.
- Loaded raw materials into production equipment according to job orders while maintaining proper inventory levels.
- Performed minor maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating machines.
- Set-up and operated lathes, mills, and grinders to cut raw materials.
Education
Union High School
Tulsa, OKSkills
- CNC program editing
- Lathe machine operation
- Lathes expertise
- Machine setup
- Running machines
- Equipment maintenance
- Malfunction resolution
- Quality control
- First-article inspection
- Precision measuring
- Tolerances compliance
- Blueprint interpretation
- Blueprint reading
- Adaptive machining
- Loading materials
- Raw materials handling
- Manual machining
- Problem solving
- Tool replacement
- Training and mentoring
- Attention to detail
Timeline
CNC Machine Operator
Shape technology
04.2020 - Current
CNC Machine Operator
Cardinal Scale
04.2016 - 04.2020
Union High School