Brandon Burroughs
Siemens Energy
Charlotte,NC
Work Preference
Work Type
Full Time
Location Preference
RemoteOn-Site
Location:
Charlotte, NC, US
Open to relocation:
Yes
Minimum Desired Compensation
$65000/yr
20
Years of experience
Seeking a position with a company which will require me to utilize my skills, abilities, and experience to ensure the company's future success.
Work History
CNC Machine Operator
1 Year 4 Months- Set up CNC machines using blueprints, work instructions, and precision measuring tools.
- Operated multi-axis equipment to produce components within tight tolerance requirements.
- Inspected finished parts with calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify quality compliance.
- Adjusted machine offsets and tooling to maintain consistent part accuracy.
- Loaded raw materials, secured fixtures, and monitored cycles for safe production flow.
- Documented production data, quality checks, and nonconformance issues for shift handoff.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance and basic troubleshooting to reduce downtime.
- Mentored junior operators on setup procedures, safety practices, and inspection methods.
- 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.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
- Input instructions to program CNC machines to control machine movement and produce parts to specification.
- 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.
- Improved workplace safety, conducting regular inspections and promptly addressing any hazards or mechanical issues.
- Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
- Exceeded productivity targets consistently, skillfully managing time and workload to achieve outstanding results.
- Troubleshot technical issues effectively, minimizing disruptions to production schedules and maintaining high levels of output.
- Supported quality control and inspection processes to promote production of quality products.
- Mentored junior operators, sharing knowledge of CNC operations and best practices for safe, efficient performance.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Assisted in inventory management practices such as tracking tooling, materials used, and monitoring stock levels to maintain production readiness.
- Streamlined workflow with effective management of multiple CNC machines simultaneously.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to refine design specifications, ensuring optimal manufacturing outcomes.
- Played key role in achieving departmental goals by consistently meeting and exceeding production targets.
Assistant Store Manager
1 Year 1 Month- Ensure that the store meets company standards for sales, staffing, and product quality.
- Inventory management
- Manage inventory control also meet and exceed inventory goals.
- Hire and train new employees.
- Coordinated daily schedules, task priorities, and floor coverage to maintain store efficiency
- Resolved customer concerns promptly, supporting service recovery and repeat business
- Monitored inventory levels, replenished merchandise, and supported accurate stockroom organization
- Implemented visual merchandising updates to align product displays with seasonal directives
- Enforced loss prevention practices, reducing shrink and maintaining compliance with store policies
- Provided weekly work schedules to employees to accommodate business demands and vacation requests.
- Collaborated with store manager to develop marketing initiatives that drove traffic and increased brand awareness.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Launched staff engagement, gender diversity and cultural programs in addition to robust reporting tool that increased operational quality.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
Sales Associate
8 Months- Maintaining a high level of customer service while processing credit cards, checks, merchandise credits, vouchers, gift certificates/cards, cash payments, and discounts properly. Followed established policies and procedures for verifying stock and ensuring accuracy.
- Assisted with the presentation of window displays, promotional presentations, and sales programs as assigned. Worked to prevent damage and theft of merchandise.
CNC Operator
10 Years 11 Months- Read and interpret blueprints to comprehend work orders. Plan machining activities keeping in mind the work orders and engineering plans. Refer to specifications, orthographic drawings and reference planes to understand the project effectively. Work with geometric dimensions and tolerances to plan machining activities. Check stocks inventory to ensure appropriate stock is available to start a machining project. Anticipate needed stock and order low supplies. Complete all reports and other paperwork associated with machining projects in process.
- Ensured dimensional accuracy of finished products through careful calibration of measuring instruments and gauging tools.
- Reviewed and interpreted schematics, blueprints, and work instructions to determine product specifications and machine requirements.
- Operated CNC machines to produce components with tight tolerances.
- Assisted other machinists with set-up and troubleshooting of CNC machines.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Utilized calipers and other measuring tools to increase accuracy of parts.
- Ran multiple CNC machines simultaneously to increase production capacity.
- Measured completed pieces to identify product irregularities and specifications non-conformance; adjusting machines to correct issues.
- Collaborated with other departments to meet customer requirements.
- Assisted in training new operators on best practices for CNC machining operations and processes.
- Performed periodic maintenance and repairs on CNC machines.
- Adjusted machine settings to achieve desired results and meet customer specifications.
- Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition.
- Input instructions for machine operations based on specifics of work orders.
Stock Manager
3 Years 2 Months- Organize and monitor inventory levels to maximize efficiency. As well as organizational planning, assisting with visual merchandising and promotional advertisement, organize shipment and reception of products, and training other stock employees to ensure a smooth process.
NC- Assistant Manager
3 Years 2 Months- Ensured that quality standards are followed in every operation of the store and a professional environment is maintained in the store. Assisted with recruitment, orientation and training. Inventory Management and Merchandising.
Sales Associate
1 Year 3 Months- Provided product, promotion, and pricing information by clarifying customer request; selecting appropriate information; forwarding information; answering questions.
- Maintained a consistent immense level of customer service
Education
Associate of Science - Biology
Bachelor's degree - Biology
Skills
Positive work attitude supported smooth daily operations.
Reliable inventory control helped maintain organized stock levels.
Staff training and development improved team readiness.
Flexible approach strengthened collaboration with diverse groups.
Clear communication supported strong customer interactions.
Customer service contributed to better guest satisfaction.
Floor set design and visual displays improved merchandising presentation.
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
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