Charles Gutierrez
Box Springs,GA
Summary
Manufacturing professional with strong expertise in process optimization, quality control, and lean manufacturing principles. Proven track record of improving production efficiency and reducing waste while maintaining high standards. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to evolving project requirements, ensuring reliable and efficient operations. Equipped with problem-solving skills, technical proficiency in CAD software, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Principle Manufacturing Engineer/ CNC Turbosoft Airfoil Programmer
Raytheon Technologies’ Pratt & Whitney Inc
02.2020 - Current
- Evaluate machining and tooling process for all PECM tooling by designing Fixtures, Cathode for PECM Machining Process
- Design Cathode for Stage 6 and 7 Airfoil blade
- Developing and designing stage 8 Airfoil Cathode and machining process
- Performed concurrent design and manufacturing engineering and other functions to reduce time required to bring product to market.
- Develop machining process and fixtures for Stage 8 Cathode tooling for PECM Process
- Selected manufacturing methods, fabrication and operations to develop and coordinate production.
- Develop all NC programs and manufactures airfoils and turbine blades for aerospace industry
- Provided engineering support during new product launches, coordinating efforts between design, production, and quality control teams.
- Proficient with Turbosoft Software and NX Siemen Software with Modeling, Assemblies, 5 Axis NC Programming and Vericut software
- Work with team to create efficient and effective identifying areas of improvement, maintain high levels of manufacturing and product quality, designing new products and processes, as well as ensuring cost-efficiency and conformance with regulatory standards
Manufacturing Engineer/ CNC Siemens NX Programmer
TECT Power Inc
02.2018 - 02.2020
- Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, fixtures, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators
- Experienced programming, engineering, and designing aircraft parts including airfoils, turbine blades, etc
- Proficient with NX Siemen CAD/CAM and Vericut
- Selected manufacturing methods, fabrication and operations to develop and coordinate production.
- Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing operations.
CNC Machinist/CNC Programmer
J. Thomas LLC
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Wrote programs for CNC Milling Machine to fabricate component parts in conformance with engineering specifications
- Create CNC programs and adjusted machine speeds, and feed to modified programs and set-up machine for production run
- Help train CNC operator to run production parts
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Partnered closely with quality control teams to identify areas where improvements could be made within production processes.
Manufacturing Engineer/ CNC Mastercam Programmer
Hardrock HDDP
01.2012 - 09.2013
- Designed all mechanical parts using Solidworks and Mastercam X7
- Preparing part setup and programming of CNC 5 Axis Mazak Integrex Matrix 2 and HAAS CNC Mill and Mazak CNC Lathe
- Management of the machine shop including tool purchasing, preparing all drawing and programs and Set-up sheet for the machine shop
- Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing operations.
- Identified problems and specific resolutions to fix defective, damaged, or malfunctioning parts, assemblies, equipment and systems.
Manufacturing Engineer/ Mastercam CNC Programmer
CG Design Innovation
02.2009 - 01.2012
- Proficient with Solidworks and Mastercam X7 and experienced with Solidworks Simulation and Floworks Simulation, Mechanical Engineering
- Designing Down the Hole Hammers and Horizontal Directional Drilling Hammer (HDD), Include all Manufacturing Process
- Selected manufacturing methods, fabrication and operations to develop and coordinate production.
- Coordinated selection of manufacturing methods, fabrication, and operation of product designs.
CNC Machinist /CNC Programmer
Eastern Driller Manufacturing Inc
04.2003 - 05.2007
- Designs all parts with Solidworks and generated all CNC Machine programs for individual CNC Machines using Mastercam X6 as well as set up CNC machining tools for correct job cycles times to lower machining costs
- Machined parts using several CNC Machines with high tolerance and precision sizes and dimensions
- Enhanced productivity by implementing efficient CNC programming and machine operation techniques.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
CNC Machinist/CNC Programmer
Vapor Mark IV
10.1992 - 12.2000
- Programmed and operated CNC Machine to machine metal part components to close tolerances and accuracy to insure the parts to the blueprint
- Set up, adjusted, and operated basic and specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues seeking guidance on CNC programming or machine setup challenges.
- Assisted in the training of new machinists, sharing industry knowledge and best practices for optimal performance.
- Enhanced productivity by implementing efficient CNC programming and machine operation techniques.
Education
Associate Degree - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Harrisburg Area Community College
Harrisburg, PA01.2010
Skills
- Six Sigma
- Process Improvement
- Process Development
- Continuous Improvement
- CNC Programming
- Process Evaluation
- Manufacturing Process Design
- Cost-Reduction
- Manufacturing Tool Design
- Computer-aided manufacturing
Accomplishments
- Develop and Design of Stage 6,7,8 Cathode for PECM Machining Process for Airfoil
- Develop Standard Machining Practice for Airfoils and Blades.
Certification
- 25 plus years a skilled CNC Machinist.
- Turbosoft Airfoil Programmer
- Vericut 9.2 NX Siemens Cad/Cam Software
- Mastercam and Solidworks Certificate.
- Certificate of Completion of Training for NX CAM/ CAD, Vericut, Turbosoft Software.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Principle Manufacturing Engineer/ CNC Turbosoft Airfoil Programmer
Raytheon Technologies’ Pratt & Whitney Inc
02.2020 - Current
Manufacturing Engineer/ CNC Siemens NX Programmer
TECT Power Inc
02.2018 - 02.2020
CNC Machinist/CNC Programmer
J. Thomas LLC
09.2016 - 07.2017
Manufacturing Engineer/ CNC Mastercam Programmer
Hardrock HDDP
01.2012 - 09.2013
Manufacturing Engineer/ Mastercam CNC Programmer
CG Design Innovation
02.2009 - 01.2012
CNC Machinist /CNC Programmer
Eastern Driller Manufacturing Inc
04.2003 - 05.2007
CNC Machinist/CNC Programmer
Vapor Mark IV
10.1992 - 12.2000
- 25 plus years a skilled CNC Machinist.
- Turbosoft Airfoil Programmer
- Vericut 9.2 NX Siemens Cad/Cam Software
- Mastercam and Solidworks Certificate.
- Certificate of Completion of Training for NX CAM/ CAD, Vericut, Turbosoft Software.
Associate Degree - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Harrisburg Area Community College
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