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martial arts TKD
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Daniel M. Kowalczyk

Tool & die maker
North Tonawanda,NY

Summary

Experienced Machinist and Tool & Die Maker with over 20 years of expertise in various settings. Seeking a position with your company to utilize technical skills and experience in a production/manufacturing setting. Proficient in Tool & Die, prototype, and precision machining. Skilled in operating a range of machinery including engine lathes, turret lathes, vertical/horizontal milling machines, surface grinders, radial arm drills, saws, shears, punch presses, rollers, and brakes. Also experienced in operating CNC machines and sinker EDM. Proven track record of training new employees, delegating work orders, monitoring progress, and conducting performance evaluations. Committed to safety compliance and certified in OSHA regulations with no injuries or accidents. Detail-oriented with the ability to read blueprints/schematics and adhere to high tolerances and project specifications. Proficient in the use of micrometers, calipers, gauges, and all measuring devices. Strong communication, math, and problem-solving skills. Efficient multitasker who learns new systems quickly and consistently completes projects ahead of schedule. Familiar with computer operations including Windows, internet research, and email. Works effectively both independently and in a team environment.

Overview

2001
2001
years of professional experience

Work History

Tool Maker

Tonawanda Engine
  • Responsible for maintaining all tool room equipment and performing preventative maintenance on assembly lines and production equipment throughout the plant including work on gauges and fixtures
  • Performed troubleshooting on malfunctioning equipment and repairing/replacing broken or worn parts
  • Built and repaired metal stamping dies
  • Tool

Die Maker/Mold Maker

Harrison Radiator
  • Performed troubleshooting on production equipment malfunctions and breakdowns
  • Repaired production dies and injection/compression molds
  • Performed tool room duties comprised of various bench work, layout, and machining
  • Responsible for CNC work, setting up tooling or short-run parts manufacturing, as required or necessary

Machinist

ATSBNY
11.1983 - 07.2000
  • Machined engine testing fixtures to properly contain automotive engines, customizing the fixture to house various sized engines

Education

NYS Tool & Die Journeyman -

Erie Community College
Williamsville, NY

Diploma -

North Tonawanda High School
North Tonawanda, NY

Skills

  • Surface grinding
  • Manual machining
  • Welding
  • Quality inspection
  • Lathe operation
  • Machine setup
  • Material selection
  • Precision machining
  • CNC programming
  • Injection molding
  • Fixture design
  • Mill operation
  • Measurement tools
  • Measuring
  • Tool repair history

martial arts TKD

30 yrs.training  Tae Kwon Do ITF 

Timeline

Machinist

ATSBNY
11.1983 - 07.2000

Diploma -

North Tonawanda High School

Tool Maker

Tonawanda Engine

Die Maker/Mold Maker

Harrison Radiator

NYS Tool & Die Journeyman -

Erie Community College
Daniel M. KowalczykTool & die maker