Charles White
Sumiton,AL
Summary
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution abilities. Reasonable, logical, and highly motivated. Highly skilled machinist with a unique ability to manufacture and repair mechanical equipment with extreme precision and attention to detail. Excellent machine operator with 35 years of experience operating cutting-edge manual or CNC machines and a variety of other machines. Excellent troubleshooter with a strong understanding of preventative maintenance. On initial passes, adept at determining optimal work paths and making precise tool selections. Looking for a new professional position with room for growth.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Programmer/CNC Machinist
Wilson Machine & Welding, Inc.
Cordova, AL
10.2016 - 01.2022
- Was in charge of supervising and motivating employees and management
- Was in charge of keeping an eye on the machine and diagnosing any issues that arose
- Double-checked finished products for conformance to production tolerances
- Moved controls to properly position tools and workpieces, set specific feeds, and determine cut depths for optimal operations
- I'm in charge of meeting production deadlines
- Designed projects using Mastercam
- Gibbs and Fapt, All Fanuc controls, and Mazak controls
- Checked CNC designs for pre-production flaws and fixed them to reduce raw material waste
- Made certain that all health and safety regulations were adhered to
- Kept my work areas tidy and clean
- Both mills and lathes had work paths that I programmed
- Prioritized tasks to meet project deadlines and remained calm in frantic work environments to avoid wasting time and effort
- Applied accepted geometric dimension and tolerance (GD&T) standards to projects to maintain sound structural integrity.
Supervisor
Lee Brass
Anniston, AL
05.2014 - 05.2016
- Provided professional, friendly, and engaging service on a consistent basis
- Was in charge of training new employees
- Set up and programmed all lathes and mills
- Set and enforced clear objectives to keep all employees on the same page and working together
- Mentored and trained employees while also keeping track of their progress
- Increased productivity and reduced material waste by consistently seeking efficiencies
- Monitored workshop work flow for 20 employees
- Kept track of everything
- Used my leadership and problem-solving skills to keep the team efficient and organized for any challenge.
CNC Machinist
M & H Valve Co
Anniston, AL
02.2010 - 01.2014
- Ran Okuma lathe with milling capabilities
- Ran Mazak lathe
- Kept a close eye on the equipment in order to detect and report malfunctions and avoid accidents
- I'm in charge of meeting production deadlines
- Fabricated large and small parts according to drawings and put them together as needed
- Was in charge of keeping an eye on the machine and diagnosing any issues that arose
- Kept my work areas tidy and clean
- Taught and coached new team members how to properly set up machines
- Adhered to the design specifications' tight tolerances
- Drills, cutters, dies, guides, and holding devices were all aligned properly
- Ensured that products were delivered on time and in good condition
- Consistently exceeded daily production goals by effectively troubleshooting machinery and programming issues.
CNC Machinist
Talladega Machinery & Supply
Talladega, AL
07.2004 - 09.2010
- Maintained the necessary level of communication between shifts
- Kept a close eye on the equipment in order to detect and report malfunctions and avoid accidents
- Was in charge of supervising and motivating employees and management
- I'm in charge of meeting production deadlines
- Fabricated large and small parts according to drawings and put them together as needed
- Was in charge of keeping an eye on the machine and diagnosing any issues that arose
- Was in charge of static and rotating equipment mechanical design and integrity/reliability issues
- Kept my work areas tidy and clean
- Taught and coached new team members how to properly set up machines
- Set up machinery and equipment, such as Horizontal Mills, Vertical Mills, All types of lathes, and grinders, manually
- Studied daily work instructions, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to accurately determine dimensions and tolerances
- Ability to rework metal to create the blueprint design
- Enter all relevant codes to specify the feed, speed, and cut of any toothpaste for CNC.
CNC Machinist
Davis Machine & Tool Co
Talladega, AL
02.1997 - 01.2004
- Kept a close eye on the equipment in order to detect and report malfunctions and avoid accidents
- Fabricated large and small parts according to drawings and put them together as needed
- Was in charge of keeping an eye on the machine and diagnosing any issues that arose
- Operated and maintained up to 8 different Mills and Lathe machines to fabricate shafts, gears, and job shop work
- Kept my work areas tidy and clean
- Taught and coached new team members how to properly set up machines
- Set up machinery and equipment, such as Mills, Lathes, and grinders, manually
- Updated the Samsung, .Fadel, Doosan, Haas, machine's operating procedures and adjusted its use to increase productivity and longevity
- Operated forklifts, hoists, and other material handling equipment
- Drills, cutters, dies, guides, and holding devices were all aligned properly
- Ensured that products were delivered on time and in good condition
- Loaded and unloaded materials into and out of machines correctly.
CNC Machinist
Talladega Machinery & Supply
Talladega, AL
01.1987 - 03.1996
- Kept a close eye on the equipment in order to detect and report malfunctions and avoid accidents
- Fabricated large and small parts according to drawings and put them together as needed
- Was in charge of keeping an eye on the machine and diagnosing any issues that arose
- Kept my work areas tidy and clean
- Taught and coached new team members how to properly set up machines
- Ran CNC Boring Mill and programmed it.
Education
Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology - Mastercam CNC Programming
Gadsden State Community College - Wallace Drive Campus
01.2004
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Tool selection
- Computer literate
- Program debugging
- Crane/hoist expert
- Multi-Task Management
- Hand-tapping
- CAD
- Safety protocols and standards
- Troubleshooting skills
- CNC machine operation
- CNC lathe programming
- Mathematical reasoning aptitude
- Fabrication professional
- CNC mill programming
- Initiative to work independently
- Precision measuring
- Strategic thinker
- Machine setup
- Problem detection and resolution
Timeline
CNC Programmer/CNC Machinist
Wilson Machine & Welding, Inc.
10.2016 - 01.2022
Supervisor
Lee Brass
05.2014 - 05.2016
CNC Machinist
M & H Valve Co
02.2010 - 01.2014
CNC Machinist
Talladega Machinery & Supply
07.2004 - 09.2010
CNC Machinist
Davis Machine & Tool Co
02.1997 - 01.2004
CNC Machinist
Talladega Machinery & Supply
01.1987 - 03.1996
Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology - Mastercam CNC Programming
Gadsden State Community College - Wallace Drive Campus
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