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Chris Schmelzle

Summary

Dynamic manufacturing professional with extensive experience, excelling in welding and production optimization. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and uphold quality standards through meticulous workpiece examinations and effective teamwork. Skilled in CNC programming and power tools operation, consistently meeting tight deadlines while fostering a collaborative work environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Lead

Manchester Tank
04.2021 - Current
  • Welding
  • Punch Press
  • Fill in at various positions as needed
  • Change punches
  • Program robots
  • Met tight deadlines consistently by effectively managing resources, prioritizing tasks, and monitoring progress.
  • Addressed any bottlenecks or inefficiencies within the manufacturing line, optimizing operations for maximum output capacity.
  • Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.

Welder

Doyle Manufacturing
11.2020 - 04.2021
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.

Brake Press Operator

Knapheide
08.2012 - 12.2020
  • Interpreted blueprints to follow correct sequence of bends and identify proper tools to produce quality parts.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on equipment to continue proper functioning and longevity.
  • Programmed CNC brake press back gage for custom profiles.
  • Followed safety procedures, donning protective gear for face and body and disabled machines in emergency situations.

Education

GED -

Highland High School
Ewing, MO

Skills

  • Workpiece Examinations
  • Workpiece Measurements
  • Quality Standards
  • Power Tools Operations
  • Brakes and Shears Operation
  • Crane and Hoist Equipment Operation
  • Material Handling
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Inventory Counts
  • Knowledge of Production Processes
  • Machine Setup and Shutdown

Certification

  • Fanuc Arcmate Robotics Basics Programming and Operations Training - July 27, 2023

Timeline

Line Lead

Manchester Tank
04.2021 - Current

Welder

Doyle Manufacturing
11.2020 - 04.2021

Brake Press Operator

Knapheide
08.2012 - 12.2020

GED -

Highland High School

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