Braden Newsome
AHS, KY Inc
Columbus,OH
8
years of professional experience
Results-driven CNC programmer and operator with a strong passion for precision engineering and a commitment to delivering high-quality results. Extensive experience in programming, setting up, and operating CNC mills, lathes, mill-turn centers, wire EDMs and Carbon sinker EDMs , combined with a solid understanding of technical drawings and specifications. Expertise in optimizing production processes and enhancing operational efficiency within a dynamic manufacturing environment. Dedicated to continuous improvement and staying current with industry advancements to contribute effectively to team objectives.
Work History
CNC Programmer/Machinist, Horizontal Boring Mill
10 Months- Programmed via CAM or conventional G-code and set up CNC horizontal boring mill, selected tooling, and verified program readiness for production runs.
- Interpreted blueprints and GD&T requirements to machine parts within tight tolerances.
- Inspected finished components using micrometers, calipers, and gauges to confirm quality standards.
- Adjusted offsets, feeds, and speeds to maintain consistency across complex machining operations.
- large part set up, maximizing the 100"x130" work envelope
- manufactured new, large scale parts in the Aerospace and Defense sectors
- extensive use of overhead and boom arm cranes for large part rigging, upwards of 8,000 lbs
Cnc Machine Programmer
3 Years 4 Months- Programmed CNC Mills, Lathes, mill-turn centers, Wire and carbon sinker EDMs to produce precision components for various tool and die applications pertaining to the mining industry
- Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with engineering team to refine machining processes and reduce production time.
- Implemented quality control procedures to monitor product specifications and adherence to standards.
- Provided training to operators on new equipment and software updates, ensuring optimal performance.
- programmed and operated a Co-bot for part loading and unloading
- Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation for machine setups and operational procedures.
CNC Mill Programmer/Setup Technician/Operator
4 Years 2 Months- Analyze blueprints to create production run programs, using G-code or CAM software
- Devise ways to secure the part, such as in vises, chucks, fixtures, and jigs, ensuring squareness. Identify and prepare proper tooling for the operation. Run 1st part proving. Ensure the program is true to specifications required by the blueprint. Check the part for accuracy to the print to prevent machine discrepancy that might occur in manufacturing. Routinely check for repeating accuracy and account for tool wear
- Load the CNC mills for the production run. Deburr any edges/surfaces not finished in the machine. Package the parts for shipping.
- Use of high accuracy measurement tools (micrometers, feeler gages, calipers) and basic hand and power tools. Minor experience with manual lathes, drill presses, parting saws, hydraulic presses, assembly, and overhead/boom arm cranes
Education
Some college - Science and math focus including trigonometry
Skills
Exceptional critical thinking skills
Problem solver with mechanical issues
Extensive knowledge of reading blueprints
programming
close tolerance work (+/- 0.0005")
use of high accuracy measurement tools and basic hand/power tools
Reliable and consistent attention to detail
Efficient with time management and meeting deadlines for production/shipping
8 years of hands-on
on the job training of programming G-codes
3 years of hands-on
on the job training of GibbsCAM
5 years of hands-on
on the job training of MASTERCAM
Producing CAD with experience using 3D solidworks
volumill
Understanding basics of metallurgy and tool physics
hardness and composition of materials
and most optimal way to run tools
automation programming for co-bots
Timeline
CNC Programmer/Machinist, Horizontal Boring Mill
AHS, KY Inc
01.2026 - CurrentRead More
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Marshall University
Some college from Science and math focus including trigonometry
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