Chris Tunitis
Martinsville,IN
Summary
Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts. Experienced Manufacturing professional skilled in operating grinders, lathes and various CNC machines in fast-paced production and maintenance environments. Dependable and reliable with expertise in monitoring telemetry, changing out tooling and loading materials. Skilled [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience operating [Type] machinery and completing preventive maintenance. Collaborative factory background working efficiently to meet production deadlines. Diligent and reliable team player known for bringing employees together. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machinist
Twigg's Corporation
09.2019 - Current
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Improved accuracy in part production by utilizing precise measurement tools and calibrating machines accordingly.
- Reduced machine downtime through regular maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment issues.
- Partnered closely with quality control teams to identify areas where improvements could be made within production processes.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues seeking guidance on CNC programming or machine setup challenges.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
- Ensured consistent high-quality output by conducting thorough inspections using various gauging techniques.
- Increased efficiency by collaborating with team members to troubleshoot complex issues and share solutions across the department.
- Maintained detailed documentation of completed tasks, ensuring accurate record-keeping for future reference or process improvements.
- Assisted in the training of new machinists, sharing industry knowledge and best practices for optimal performance.
- Stayed current on industry trends and advancements in machining technology, applying new knowledge to daily work for continuous growth and development.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by adhering to safety protocols and promoting awareness among team members.
- Adapted quickly to changes in project specifications, adjusting programs or setups as needed for successful execution.
- 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.
- Performed accurate [Type] tool changes and offsets.
- Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
- Increased production efficiency by closely studying blueprints for accurate machine programming.
- Studied changing production and daily work orders to adjust offsets correctly.
- Upheld quality standards during final product assembly, ensuring that all components fit together correctly with minimal errors or adjustments required.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Devised and implemented process improvements to enhance production.
CMM Programmer
Mi-Tech Tungsten
04.2015 - 09.2019
- Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends and advancements in metrology technology to ensure optimal performance in the role as a CMM programmer.
- Developed documentation standards for consistent reporting of inspection results across multiple projects.
- Contributed proactively to continuous improvement initiatives within the organization through sharing expertise on modern metrology practices.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards by conducting thorough audits of existing CMM processes and documentation.
- Collaborated closely with design engineers to identify critical dimensions for effective part validation throughout product development life cycle.
CNC Machine Operator
Apex Precision Technologies
10.2005 - 04.2015
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
- Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
- Increased product quality by adhering to strict tolerances and carefully monitoring machining processes.
- Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
- Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition.
- Input instructions to program CNC machines to control machine movement and produce parts to specification.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Kept accurate operating records by documenting machine usage, production numbers and any issues that arose.
- Helped maintain inventory by tracking materials and tools to keep resources readily available and easily accessed.
- Completed projects within tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks strategically and working efficiently under pressure.
- Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
- Exceeded productivity targets consistently, skillfully managing time and workload to achieve outstanding results.
- Performed accurate [Type] tool changes and offsets.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Mentored junior operators, sharing knowledge of CNC operations and best practices for safe, efficient performance.
- Collaborated with quality assurance teams to ensure manufactured components met or exceeded customer expectations regarding fitment, finish, functionality.
- Assisted in the development of new products, providing valuable input on machinability and manufacturing processes.
CNC Machinist
Bryant's
09.1999 - 10.2004
Education
Design Technology - Design Technology
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Bloomington, In05.2007
Skills
- Blueprints reading
- Multi-Axis Machining
- Equipment set up
- Precision measurement
- Machine setup
- In-Process Inspection
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Deburring Operations
- Final Inspection
- Tool selection
- G-Code Programming
- Blueprint Interpretation
- First-Article Inspection
- Cutting Tool Maintenance
- Geometric dimensioning
- CNC Machine Operation
- Fanuc controls
- Quality Control
- Blueprint Reading
- Deburring skills
- Equipment monitoring
- Preventive Maintenance
- Manufacturing
- Troubleshooting
- Machine Operation
- Machine Maintenance
- Visual Inspection
- Caliper use
- Large lathe operation
- Lathe Operation
- Drilling Operations
- CNC Machine Programming
- Basic Mathematics
- Good Manufacturing Practices
- Machine Setups
- Inspection Processes
- Routine Machinery Checks
Timeline
CNC Machinist
Twigg's Corporation
09.2019 - Current
CMM Programmer
Mi-Tech Tungsten
04.2015 - 09.2019
CNC Machine Operator
Apex Precision Technologies
10.2005 - 04.2015
CNC Machinist
Bryant's
09.1999 - 10.2004
Design Technology - Design Technology
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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