Dan Scheuering
Milliken,CO
Summary
Accomplished Lead Mill Machinist with a proven track record at Coyote Cutters Inc, enhancing production efficiency and precision in manufacturing. Expert in CNC operation and machine setup, coupled with exceptional problem-solving abilities, led to a significant increase in quality control measures. Demonstrates strong organizational skills and a commitment to achieving stringent production goals.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Mill Machinist
Coyote Cutters Inc
117 S. Sunset St. Ste J Longmont, Colorado 80501
01.2000 - Current
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.
- Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Optimized tooling performance through regular inspection, cleaning, sharpening or replacing worn tools as needed.
- Achieved tight tolerances by carefully calibrating machines before beginning each job.
- Supported recordkeeping by logging daily production, scrap rate and machine maintenance data.
- Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Maintained detailed records of completed jobs, tracking materials used and time spent on each project for accurate billing purposes.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
- Collaborated with quality assurance team to resolve discrepancies and implement corrective actions for non-conforming parts.
- Reduced waste and increased material utilization with precise measurement and cutting techniques.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Maximized machine uptime by efficiently scheduling jobs based on priority level and resource availability.
- Reduced error and non-conformances with by utilising fixtures and cutting tools on CNC machines.
- Increased precision of manufactured components by implementing quality control measures and using advanced measuring tools.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to refine product designs for manufacturability.
- Contributed to project planning, estimating timelines and material requirements for upcoming projects.
- Achieved consistent quality, performing detailed final inspections and adjustments on completed parts.
CNC Machinist
Paragon Manufacturing
Longmont, CO
09.1995 - 01.2000
- 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.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
- Increased efficiency by collaborating with team members to troubleshoot complex issues and share solutions across the department.
CNC Machinist
CES Machine
Reno, NV
08.1988 - 08.1995
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Improved accuracy in part production by utilizing precise measurement tools and calibrating machines accordingly.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Ensured consistent high-quality output by conducting thorough inspections using various gauging techniques.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
- Maintained detailed documentation of completed tasks, ensuring accurate record-keeping for future reference or process improvements.
- Adapted quickly to changes in project specifications, adjusting programs or setups as needed for successful execution.
- Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
- Optimized tool selection for specific jobs, resulting in reduced wear and longer tool life.
- Increased production efficiency by closely studying blueprints for accurate machine programming.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
Education
High School Diploma -
Happy Camp High School
Happy Camp, CASkills
- Blueprint Reading
- Machine Operation
- Troubleshooting
- Lathe Operation
- Precision machining
- Machine setup
- Manual milling
- Quality Control
- Visual Inspection
- Precise measuring
- CNC Machine Operation
- Machine Maintenance
- Caliper use
- Manufacturing
- Equipment Operation
- Surface grinding
- Mechanical drawing interpretation
- Assembly and production
- CNC operation
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Thread cutting
- Deburring skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Sawing and sanding
- Drilling Operations
- Equipment monitoring
- Quality Control Analysis
- Specification Reading
- Tool selection
- Metalworking Techniques
- Computer numerical control programming
- Fanuc controls
- Fixture design
- Material Selection
- Tapping operations
- Project Management
- Basic Mathematics
- Detail Oriented
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Machine Setups
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Small Metal Parts Manufacturing
- Inspection Processes
- Bandsaw safety
- Product Defect Identification
- CNC Machine Programming
- Team Collaboration
- Team Training
- Decision-Making
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
Timeline
Lead Mill Machinist
Coyote Cutters Inc
01.2000 - Current
CNC Machinist
Paragon Manufacturing
09.1995 - 01.2000
CNC Machinist
CES Machine
08.1988 - 08.1995
High School Diploma -
Happy Camp High School