Carson Cox
Spring Grove,IL
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record across multiple industries, recognized for an exceptional work ethic and a relentless drive for continuous learning and skill enhancement. Extensive experience in leading special lathe projects and overseeing design and manufacturing processes to deliver high-quality finished parts and programs while ensuring machineability for both custom one-offs and large-scale production. A dedicated team player contributing to operational success, readily stepping up for weekend inventory tasks or providing additional support when needed. Committed to further developing expertise within the CNC manufacturing industry, with a focus on excellence and innovation in every endeavor.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Shipping Specialist/Forklift Operator
Matrix 4
Woodstock, Illinois
04.2018 - 10.2018
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying and addressing issues proactively.
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production flow and maintain quality standards.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and operational procedures for equipment use.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflows and improve process efficiency.
- Implemented best practices for machine operation, resulting in improved output consistency.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring adequate stock levels for uninterrupted production.
Practical Baker Equipment Co
Spring Grove, IL
01.2022 - 01.2026
- Experience gained 4 years in CNC shop environment
- Design and coding using fusion 360
- G and M codeing using . nc applications
- 4 years lathe operating experience 3 years setup and 1 years programming , Am able to now do everything from programming and setup to running parts and checking quality of parts
- 3 years running mill operating experience , 2 years setup
- Running HAAS Vertical Mills on many different part , also using 5th axis operation
- Running HAAS Turret style Lathes ( designing , programming , setup , manufacturing , quality inspection )
- Hybrid lathes
- Manual lathe
- Bridgeport manual mill
- Mill and lathe maintenance
- Currently I am looking to continue working/developing my skills in the CNC Manufacturing Industry
Alpha Star Mold and Die inc
Crystal Lake, IL
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Learned and ran machines such as
- EDM Wire machine
- EDM electrode burning machine
- Devlieg mill
- Precision surface grinder / Dead true grinding
- Daily routine of getting machines setup to make high quality steel/hardened steel parts for mold and die industry
- Tolerance holding from .002 to .0005
Laborer/Installer
Fine Gas Co
04.2018 - 10.2018
- Trenched openings for gas lines to be installed for pool heaters/yard décor
- Installed long runs of flexible and hard gas lines with required tools and components
- Installed in all types of weather under a journeyman supervision
Education
High school diploma -
Round Lake Beach, ILSkills
- Machining expertise
- Analytical geometry
- Manufacturing operations
- G&M-code programming
- Forklift operation
- Effective workspace management
- Custom fabrication solutions
- Hands-on mechanical expertise
- Knowledge of plastic applications
- CNC machine configuration
- Mold repair experience in production
- Quality control in CNC
- Operational maintenance skills
- Mathematical proficiency
- Steadfast commitment
- Adherence to safety guidelines
- Manual operations
- Manual handling expertise
- Precision metal machining
- Precision in dimensional measurements
- Precision machining programming
- Geometric verification
- Proficient in mechanical principles
- Blueprint analysis
- Safety compliance
- Press machine operation
- CNC machining expertise
- Injection molding expertise
- Quality control inspection
- CNC lathe setup
- Precision grinding
- Skilled in using hand tools
- Landscape Maintenance
- Computer-aided manufacturing programming
- Experienced in manual machining operations
- Overhead crane operation
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Safe weight handling practices
- Skilled in using power tools effectively
- Background in production processes
- Tolerance analysis
Certification
Work experience
I am a very hard worker and have worked in multiple fields including cooking at nippersink country club under the head chef , and digging trenches for gas lines ,to 1 year in plastic industry - assembler , material handler , warehouse employee , forklift operating
I am looking for manual labor
Languages
English
Timeline
Practical Baker Equipment Co
01.2022 - 01.2026
Alpha Star Mold and Die inc
01.2021 - 01.2022
Shipping Specialist/Forklift Operator
Matrix 4
04.2018 - 10.2018
Laborer/Installer
Fine Gas Co
04.2018 - 10.2018
High school diploma -
Other Skills
- Basic construction skills and knowledge
- Landscape equipment and maintenance
- Forklift operation safety
- General Mechanical knowledge and hands on experience
About Me
- If I am not at work, I spend my time with friends and family boating and fishing all around on the Chain O’ Lakes and Wisconsin. I spend a lot of time working on my motorcycles and dirt bikes at my brothers shop in Hebron IL. Keeping busy with a project and continuing to tinker with ongoing projects is my typical day after work.
- 779-302-7748
- Available to start on short notice as needed
- Authorized to work in the US for any employer