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Dale Kennedy

CNC Machinist
Sheffield Lake,OH

Summary

Experienced Manufacturing professional skilled in operating grinders and HAAS CNC machines in fast-paced production and maintenance environments. Dependable and reliable with expertise in monitoring telemetry, changing out tooling and loading materials. Professional Machine Operator with experience in CNC machining and tooling. Dedicated to exceeding production goals and known for quick learning and efficiency. Knowledgeable about equipment diagnostics and repair. Efficient CNC Machinist with over 3 years of progressive experience with speed reducers and reductors in manufacturing environment. Expert in troubleshooting malfunctions with equipment and safely navigating hazards. Skilled manufacturer of dimensionally accurate tools and machine components. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

CNC Machinist

Watteredge
Sheffield Lake, OH
08.2016 - Current
  • Manually set up machinery.
  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
  • Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
  • Increased production efficiency by closely studying blueprints for accurate machine programming.
  • Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
  • Inspected, repaired and replaced system components.
  • Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.

Supervisor and Maintenance

Gergley's Maintenance King
Lorain, OH
04.2003 - 08.2016
  • Kept track of equipment, inventories and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
  • Supervised 80 employees and scheduled shifts.
  • Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
  • Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
  • Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
  • Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
  • Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management.
  • Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.
  • Troubleshoot, estimate and repair electrical and mechanical equipment in the Jan-san industry.

Machine Operator, Quality Inspection

Area Temps
Elyria, OH
04.2002 - 04.2003
  • Monitored production operations for compliance with specifications and promptly reported defects.
  • Recorded defects and coordinated issue resolution with development team and functional leads.
  • Performed frequent visual inspections to root out tolerance and compliance issues.
  • Maintained high standard of workmanship by using only approved data, materials, tools and test equipment.
  • Inspected and packaged products meticulously according to manufacturing specifications.
  • Routinely checked measuring equipment to resolve testing problems.
  • Discarded and rejected products, materials and equipment not conforming with specifications.
  • Stayed up-to-date on changing product trends by studying local markets, blueprints, product designs and specifications.
  • Liaised between production and quality assurance departments to streamline processes and increase daily productivity.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Set up and operated various machine tools and jigs to produce precision parts.
  • Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
  • Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Followed tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.

Optical Repair Technician

Optics Incorporated
Cleveland, OH
06.2001 - 03.2002
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Conducted diagnostic procedures to determine root cause of customer problems and provide accurate repair recommendations.
  • Maintained inventory of repair supplies and ordered parts.
  • Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
  • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
  • Repair optical equipment to hold standard of AMA and medical standards
  • Worked with Optometrists to design and set up new and existing exam rooms.

Education

Completed - Electronics Technology

Interior Communication Electrician
San Diego, CA
07.1994

Skills

  • Schematics Reading
  • Assembly and Production
  • Parts Fabrication
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Precision Measuring Instruments
  • Machinery Setup
  • Set Up Procedures
  • Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Overhead Hoists
  • Safe Machinery Operation
  • Detail Orientation and Accuracy
  • Fixtures
  • Milling

Timeline

CNC Machinist

Watteredge
08.2016 - Current

Supervisor and Maintenance

Gergley's Maintenance King
04.2003 - 08.2016

Machine Operator, Quality Inspection

Area Temps
04.2002 - 04.2003

Optical Repair Technician

Optics Incorporated
06.2001 - 03.2002

Completed - Electronics Technology

Interior Communication Electrician
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