Jack Potack
Marinette
Summary
Skilled CNC Machinist with 9 years of experience operating CNC machinery and completing preventive maintenance. Collaborative factory background working efficiently to meet production deadlines. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams and managing projects. Pursuing a full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machinist
Vargo Tool and Die INC.
09.2023 - Current
- Set up CNC machines by installing and adjusting tools, fixtures and materials. Ensuring everything is correctly aligned and calibrated
- Operate CNC machines to produce precision parts and components. Ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards.
- Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
- Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Studied changing production and daily work orders to adjust offsets correctly.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
Machine Operator
Collins Aerospace
10.2020 - 09.2024
- Operated and maintained vacuum forming machines to produce high quality plastic parts for airplane seats.
- Collaborated with designer engineers and technicians to develop new products and refine existing designs using CAD software to create prototypes and test parts for fit and function.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
CNC Technician
LeTourneau Plastics INC.
06.2017 - 07.2020
- Operated and maintained CNC machines for the production of vacuum formed plastic parts ensuring parts meet quality standards.
- Set up and programmed CNC machines using G-code and CAD software
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing new CNC programming techniques and strategies.
- Collaborated with engineering team to improve part designs for more efficient manufacturing processes.
- Increased shop safety by consistently adhering to proper machine maintenance and operation protocols.
- Streamlined workflow for faster turnaround times by optimizing CNC machine setups.
CNC Machinist/Manual Molder/Forklift Operator
KS. Kolbenschmidt US INC.
09.2014 - 12.2016
- Poured molten aluminum into molds to create auto pistons and operated and maintained a variety of casting equipment.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Operated and maintained CNC machines for production.
- Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
- Studied changing production and daily work orders to adjust offsets correctly.
- Forklift operator
Machine Operator Forklift Operator
Waupaca Foundry, Inc.
11.2013 - 07.2015
- Operated and maintained grinding machines ton remove excess material from iron castings ensuring the casting met consumer standards.
- Inspected castings for defects and used grinding tools to correct deficiencies.
- Forklift driver
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
Receiving Manager/Forklift Operator
Menards
05.2010 - 06.2012
- Oversaw the receiving and processing of all merchandise shipments. Ensuring that products were inspected , sorted and stocked.
- Managed a team of employees responsible for unloading trucks, scanning products into inventory and verifying accuracy against purchase orders and packing slips.
- Identified areas for improvement within the receiving process, implementing changes that increased overall efficiency.
- Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction by ensuring prompt processing of returned items and swift resolution of any issues.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Maintained accurate computer records of materials weights, bill amounts, and identified variances.
- Forklift driver
Education
Associates Degree - Fire Protection Engineering
NWTC
Marinette, WI05-2011
High School Diploma -
Marinette High School
Marinette, WI06-2008
Skills
- Blueprints reading
- Multi-axis machining
- Precision measurement
- Quality inspection
- Equipment set up
- Machine setup
- G-code programming
- CNC Programming (CAD software and G-code software)
- Forklift Certified
Timeline
CNC Machinist
Vargo Tool and Die INC.
09.2023 - Current
Machine Operator
Collins Aerospace
10.2020 - 09.2024
CNC Technician
LeTourneau Plastics INC.
06.2017 - 07.2020
CNC Machinist/Manual Molder/Forklift Operator
KS. Kolbenschmidt US INC.
09.2014 - 12.2016
Machine Operator Forklift Operator
Waupaca Foundry, Inc.
11.2013 - 07.2015
Receiving Manager/Forklift Operator
Menards
05.2010 - 06.2012
Associates Degree - Fire Protection Engineering
NWTC
High School Diploma -
Marinette High School
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