Chad Dillon
Fostoria,Ohio
Summary
Manufacturing professional prepared for CNC machining roles with hands-on experience in operating and maintaining CNC machinery. Consistently ensures production efficiency and quality by following strict protocols and leveraging technical skills. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability, with reliable performance under varying conditions.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machine Operator/Area Manager
Cooper Tire/Goodyear
05.2021 - Current
- Operated Makino and HAAS machinery to produce high-quality tire components efficiently.
- Monitored production processes, ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on CNC equipment to minimize downtime and enhance performance.
- Trained junior operators on machine setup and operational procedures, fostering skill development.
- Implemented process improvements that increased production efficiency and reduced waste.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve machining issues effectively.
Production Manager
Custom Glass Solutions
02.2019 - 01.2021
- Assisted in overseeing daily operations of forty-four hourly employees and one production supervisor. Supported production supervisor in managing team tasks and schedules. Facilitated communication between team members to ensure smooth workflow.
- Managed recruitment, performance assessment, and separation of second shift personnel to ensure operational efficiency.
- Designed and executed comprehensive employee training plans to reinforce company core values.
- Oversaw payroll operations and ensured accurate administration of hourly employee benefits.
- Streamlined order fulfillment operations to ensure adherence to just-in-time delivery standards.
- Established and maintained safety protocols through the introduction of check sheets and regular audits to promote employee well-being.
- Assisted in developing and implementing standard operating procedures for shipping, assembly, cutting, laser cell, and maintenance tasks.
Workplace Organization Specialist
FCA
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Facilitated training sessions for thirty-five employees on initial steps of workflow optimization.
- Implemented waste management strategies to ensure proper disposal of unneeded materials.
- Achieved complete buy-in from hourly employees for work change implementation through comprehensive training programs.
- Optimized tooling processes through innovative cut-out board design, achieving a ten percent increase in overall productivity.
- Conducted assessments and introduced safety measures that resulted in zero lost time due to workplace incidents.
- Coordinated efforts across multiple facets to successfully navigate bronze and silver audit requirements.
CNC Team Leader
FCA
06.2013 - 02.2019
- Managed production processes to maintain quality standards and meet deadlines.
- Conducted comprehensive safety audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Developed and implemented training modules to enhance onboarding experience for new hires.
- Achieved enhanced machine reliability through consistent preventive maintenance practices.
- Cultivated effective communication channels with employees, management, and maintenance teams.
Education
Associates - Business Management
Stautzenberger College
01-2020
Diploma - Contemporary Business
Stautzenberger College
01-2019
WCM Training - undefined
UAW-Chrysler NTC
01-2019
Skills
- Workforce training and mentoring
- WCM/Lean manufacturing
- Workplace safety education
- Effective team leadership
- Effective communication
- Analytical problem solver
- Workforce coordination
- Proficient in reading blueprints
- Precision CNC programming
Timeline
CNC Machine Operator/Area Manager
Cooper Tire/Goodyear
05.2021 - Current
Production Manager
Custom Glass Solutions
02.2019 - 01.2021
Workplace Organization Specialist
FCA
01.2017 - 02.2019
CNC Team Leader
FCA
06.2013 - 02.2019
Diploma - Contemporary Business
Stautzenberger College
WCM Training - undefined
UAW-Chrysler NTC
Associates - Business Management
Stautzenberger College