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Benjamin Haapala

Hutchinson,Minnesota

Summary

Skilled CNC Programmer with proven experience in developing, testing, and debugging CNC machinery codes. Demonstrates strong knowledge of CAD/CAM software and a high level of precision in creating effective machine operating programs. Strengths include ability to diagnose machining issues, implement corrective actions, and maintain industry quality standards. Contributions to previous roles include improved efficiency and accuracy in the production process.

Work History

CNC Programmer

Hutchinson Manufacturing
Hutchinson, MN
2021 - Current
  • Set up and operate CNC mills and lathes.
  • Provided technical support for operators running parts on the shop floor.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to develop new processes for improved efficiency and quality control standards.
  • Worked with engineering to quote parts using Mastercam
  • Worked as an manufacturing engineer designing fixtures

CNC Programmer

Ichor Systems
Sauk Rapids, MN
2017 - 2021
  • Compiled time studies for each job run in order to assess productivity levels.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to develop new processes for improved efficiency and quality control standards.
  • Optimized existing programs to reduce cycle times and improve part accuracy.
  • Created detailed program documentation, including machine setup instructions and tooling lists.
  • Developed and maintained CNC programs for a variety of machining operations.
  • Performed offline programming using CAD and CAM software such as Mastercam or Solidworks CAM.

CNC Machinist/Programmer

Hutchinson Manufacturing
Hutchinson, MN
2009 - 2017
  • Set up and operate CNC mills and lathes.
  • Researched new technologies related to CNC programming and machining practices.
  • Provided technical support for operators running parts on the shop floor.
  • Collaborated with engineering teams to develop new processes for improved efficiency and quality control standards.
  • Optimized existing programs to reduce cycle times and improve part accuracy.
  • Created detailed program documentation, including machine setup instructions and tooling lists.

GMAW Welder

Porta-Dock INC
Dassel, MN
2000 - 2009
  • Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
  • Determined equipment and welding methods, applying knowledge of metallurgy, geometry and welding techniques.
  • Rebuilt and repaired welding machines as needed

CNC Machinist

C-Axis
Hamel, MN
1998 - 2000
  • Set up and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, milling, turning and grinding.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces.
  • Make adjustments to the machine feed rate, speed and depth of cut for each project.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dassel-Cokato Senior High School
Cokato, MN
06-1995

Some College (No Degree) - NDT

Ridgewater College
Hutchinson

Skills

  • CNC Programming
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Precision measuring
  • Program Design
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Blueprint Analysis
  • Troubleshooting
  • Tools configuration
  • Code processing
  • Cycle Time Optimization
  • Machine Maintenance
  • Model creation

Affiliations

  • Golfing
  • Bowling
  • Sportsman
  • Elk's Lodge 2427 Member

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

CNC Programmer

Hutchinson Manufacturing
2021 - Current

CNC Programmer

Ichor Systems
2017 - 2021

CNC Machinist/Programmer

Hutchinson Manufacturing
2009 - 2017

GMAW Welder

Porta-Dock INC
2000 - 2009

CNC Machinist

C-Axis
1998 - 2000

High School Diploma -

Dassel-Cokato Senior High School

Some College (No Degree) - NDT

Ridgewater College

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