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Bradley Whitaker

Berea,KY

Summary

Motivated and driven operator seeking full time employment. Throughout my working career I have learned new skills and on the job knowledge for various tasks. Currently I work various manual tasks daily with the upmost concern to safety and quality. Ensuring to complete time pressured tasks in order to reach key milestones is an objective that I have successfully achieved while working with chemical weapons/chemical agent.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

CHB/UPA Operator and TMA Operator

Parsons Corporations
07.2022 - Current
  • Utilize forklift to safely load and move chemical weapons to different areas.
  • Don and doff proper personnel protective equipment(PPE) to complete tasks.
  • Ensure to conduct physical inventory of chemical weapons and record findings.
  • Review DA Form 4508 to ensure contents received match receipt documentation.
  • Conduct chemical weapons inventory and identify any leaks/spills.
  • Load chemical weapons onto rocket non-destructive examination equipment(RNDE) and identify any abnormal conditions.
  • Communicate with management on areas of concern and potential overpack operations. Ensure to complete proper documentation for leaker/reject munition.
  • Decontamination (hydrogen peroxide and/or caustic) skids to ensure passing of agent monitoring prior to releasing skids out of engineering controls.

CNC Machine Operator

Meggitt Aerospace
09.2019 - 06.2022
  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
  • Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
  • Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
  • Increased product quality by adhering to strict tolerances and carefully monitoring machining processes.
  • Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts.
  • Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
  • Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
  • Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
  • Kept accurate operating records by documenting machine usage, production numbers and any issues that arose.
  • Learned and followed safety procedures to keep machines operated safely and prevent accidents.
  • Helped maintain inventory by tracking materials and tools to keep resources readily available and easily accessed.
  • Completed projects within tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks strategically and working efficiently under pressure.
  • Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
  • Improved workplace safety, conducting regular inspections and promptly addressing any hazards or mechanical issues.
  • Performed accurate [Type] tool changes and offsets.
  • Supported quality control and inspection processes to promote production of quality products.
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
  • Mentored junior operators, sharing knowledge of CNC operations and best practices for safe, efficient performance.
  • Collaborated with quality assurance teams to ensure manufactured components met or exceeded customer expectations regarding fitment, finish, functionality.
  • Ran multiple CNC machines simultaneously to increase production capacity.
  • Operated CNC machines to produce components with tight tolerances.
  • Utilized calipers and other measuring tools to increase accuracy of parts.
  • Assisted other machinists with set-up and troubleshooting of CNC machines.
  • Instructed new employees on operation of CNC machines.
  • Measured completed pieces to identify product irregularities and specifications non-conformance; adjusting machines to correct issues.
  • Performed periodic maintenance and repairs on CNC machines.
  • Completed manual adjustments and tooling changes in absence of automatic programming.
  • Followed detailed instructions to accurately produce complex components.
  • Reviewed and interpreted schematics, blueprints, and work instructions to determine product specifications and machine requirements.
  • Input instructions for machine operations based on specifics of work orders.
  • Prevented machine breakdown by maintaining proper lubrication and cooling during operation.

CNC Machine Operator

EST Tool&Machine Inc
04.2018 - 09.2019
  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
  • Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
  • Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
  • Increased product quality by adhering to strict tolerances and carefully monitoring machining processes.
  • Reduced material waste through precise programming of CNC machines for accurate cutting and milling operations.
  • Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts.
  • Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
  • Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
  • Learned and followed safety procedures to keep machines operated safely and prevent accidents.
  • Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
  • Performed accurate [Type] tool changes and offsets.
  • Supported quality control and inspection processes to promote production of quality products.
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
  • Ran multiple CNC machines simultaneously to increase production capacity.
  • Operated CNC machines to produce components with tight tolerances.
  • Utilized calipers and other measuring tools to increase accuracy of parts.
  • Assisted other machinists with set-up and troubleshooting of CNC machines.
  • Completed manual adjustments and tooling changes in absence of automatic programming.
  • Inspected parts to meet customer specifications and quality standards.
  • Detected malfunctions and control errors by monitoring machine operation and checking completed pieces.
  • Followed detailed instructions to accurately produce complex components.
  • Input instructions for machine operations based on specifics of work orders.

Education

Associate of Science - Machine Tool Technology

Southeast Kentucky Community And Technical College
Harlan, KY

High School Diploma -

Harlan County High School
Baxter, KY
05.2016

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Troubleshooting
  • Machine Operation
  • Equipment Operation
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Effective Communication
  • Forklift Operation
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Material Handling
  • Material Loading and Unloading

Timeline

CHB/UPA Operator and TMA Operator

Parsons Corporations
07.2022 - Current

CNC Machine Operator

Meggitt Aerospace
09.2019 - 06.2022

CNC Machine Operator

EST Tool&Machine Inc
04.2018 - 09.2019

Associate of Science - Machine Tool Technology

Southeast Kentucky Community And Technical College

High School Diploma -

Harlan County High School

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