Wendy Horton
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNC Press Brake Operator
Ataco Steel Products
Cedarburg, WI
11.2023 - Current
- Set up and run CNC Press Brake machines, including programming, loading material onto the machine, setting parameters, and troubleshooting malfunctions.
- Record data from each production cycle into logbooks or computer databases.
- Utilize precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers., in order to verify dimensional accuracy of finished products.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, manuals and schematics.
- Used planers, shapers and grinders to professionally complete parts.
- Stopped machine operation to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement according to required machining sequences.
Die Cast Machine Operator
Master Lock Company
Milwaukee, WI
08.2011 - 10.2023
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in the die casting process if they occur.
- Adjust speed and pressure settings according to product specifications using control knobs or buttons on the machine panel.
- Remove excess flash from finished parts by grinding, filing or sanding them down.
- Pack finished products into boxes for shipping or storage purposes.
- Record data related to production runs including number of pieces produced, cycle time and reject rates.
- Perform preventative maintenance on machines such as lubricating moving parts or replacing worn components.
- Train new employees on how to safely operate die cast machinery.
- Set up, adjust and operate die casting machines to cast metal parts of specified shape and size.
- Perform minor repairs and maintenance on die cast machinery.
- Operate overhead cranes or other lifting devices to move dies around the plant as needed.
- Completed visual and manual inspections of components and products to verify quality and compliance with tolerances.
Education
Associate of Arts - Electrician
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI01-2013
Associate of Arts - Human Resources Management
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI06-2007
Some College (No Degree) - Welding Technology
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Grinding skills
- Statistical process control
- CNC Programming
- Visual Inspection
- Stress Tolerance
- Sheet Metal Fabrication
- Drill Operation
- Training abilities
- Safety Procedures
- Microsoft Office
- Preventive Maintenance
- Forklift Operation
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Facilities oversight
- Service Scheduling
- Maintenance Scheduling
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Incident Response
Certification
- Welding Certifications SPO, MIG, TIG.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)/State.
Timeline
CNC Press Brake Operator
Ataco Steel Products
11.2023 - Current
Die Cast Machine Operator
Master Lock Company
08.2011 - 10.2023
Associate of Arts - Electrician
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Associate of Arts - Human Resources Management
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Some College (No Degree) - Welding Technology
Milwaukee Area Technical College
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