Brandon Bennett
Statham,GA
Summary
Machinist with 7 years of experience. Expertise in precision manufacturing and collaborative troubleshooting, ensuring adherence to design specifications and quality control measures.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machine Operator
FOX Factory Inc.
Oakwood, Georgia
02.2021 - Current
- Perform preventive maintenance throughout the day.
- Daily oiling of air tools
- Troubleshooting electrical Breakers on conveyor's
- Fixing leaky or broken air hoses and air fittings.
- topping off oil and Coolant Fluids in machines daily.
- Set up and operated CNC machines to perform repetitive machining operations on a variety of materials according to specifications.
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision components for various applications.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate manufacturing processes.
- Maintained quality control by inspecting parts for conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
- 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.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Conducted minor maintenance tasks, including cleaning and lubricating machines to ensure proper operation.
- Updated aging tools, fixtures, and offsets to ensure consistent machining quality.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues promptly.
CNC Machine Operator
Accurus Aerospace
Athens, GA
10.2018 - 02.2021
- Set-up and operated lathes, mills and grinders to cut raw materials.
- Loaded machine programs to initiate production cycles.
- Loading end mills, entering measurements and tool location.
- Set controls to regulate speed, feed and coolant flow.
- Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
- Diagnosing run-outs and chatter on quality checks.
- Used dial indicators, to square up templates to find X, Y, and Z locations
- Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
- Performed routine maintenance on machines and monitored usage to reduce parts breakdown.
- Read blueprints and 3D models to determine product specifications and plan operational sequences.
- Fabricated various parts using multiple machines at once.
- Leveraged micrometers, verniers and gages to accurately inspect parts.
- Worked with supervisor to debug and develop production processes and learn machine set-up skills.
- Provided expert coaching and training for new team members.
- Loaded and unloaded machines to prevent expensive equipment issues.
Machine Operator
Bold Controls
Buford, GA
12.2016 - 03.2017
- Set up CNC equipment
- Created custom engraving labels for electrical panels using CNC router, ensuring precision and quality
- Manually entered templates into CNC machine
- Reviewed shop orders, programs, and cutter lists for accuracy to maintain production standards
- Load and unload material
- Verify setup instructions with the work that is being performed
- Monitors fail-safe motion
- Inspects and documents in-progress check sheets
- Searches program for correct line/block number to cycle start.
- Coordinated UPS shipments to ensure timely delivery of products to clients
Education
High School Diploma -
North Cobb High School
01-2004
Skills
Mechanical aptitude with 15 years of experience
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Equipment repair
- Preventive maintenance
- HVAC maintenance
- Electrical repairs
- Plumbing expertise
- Hand and power tools proficiency
- Door hardware installation
- Problem solving
Timeline
CNC Machine Operator
FOX Factory Inc.
02.2021 - Current
CNC Machine Operator
Accurus Aerospace
10.2018 - 02.2021
Machine Operator
Bold Controls
12.2016 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
North Cobb High School