Daniel J. Totten
Walkertown,NC
Summary
Tech-savvy CNC Programmer with over 11 years of computer software and CNC machinery experience. In-depth understanding of CNC workflow processes with proficiency in CAD and CAM software. Exceptionally well-versed in controlling, designing and managing tooling, fixtures, blueprint analysis, and surpassing quality thresholds.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Department Manager - CNC Programmer
US Metal Crafters
06.2016 - 08.2023
- Reviewed CNC designs for pre-production errors, eliminating design flaws reducing raw material waste.
- Translated work orders and blueprints into machining parameters and plans.
- Designed work paths for custom projects, selecting appropriate parameters for speed, feed rates and tool selection.
- Oversaw QC, communicating with production team members about quality issues based on visual inspections.
- Computed dimensions, shapes and specific sizes for dies based on design outlines.
- Analyzed job orders and performed necessary calculations while modifying existing programs for increased efficiency.
Tool Die Maker
Kaba
11.2015 - 06.2016
- Focused on all aspects of tool and die maintenance for production of both mechanical and electronic access control products and parts.
- Repair/maintain working order of progressive dies
- Modified tooling to match engineering changes/specifications
- Setup CNC Fixtures
- Modify programs to meet necessary tolerances, prolonging tool life
- Productively worked under heavy time constraints while producing quality results
Tool & Die Maker
Southern Spring & Stamping Inc
07.2006 - 10.2015
- Started in Flat Department with short run and intricate part responsibilities
- Moved to tool room in 2007 overseeing multiple job functions including Die Maintenance, Press Setup, Troubleshooting, Repairs, and Die Assembly
- Die and tool maintenance included Progressive, Compound, Blanking, and Forming Dies; making operational improvements and repairs as needed
- Assisted in training new employees according to safety and company standards
- Consistently provided creative input/innovative ideas for streamlining processes allowing improvement of production and quality
- Coordinated between departments to ensure logistics and workflow ease
- Created prototypes, intricate parts, production machining, and testing functionality based on customer specifications
- Confident in working with various types of metal materials with tight tolerances
Education
HAAS CNC VMC Certification - Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology
HAAS Certification Workshop
Florida2016
SolidWorks And CamWorks Certification - Machine Tool Technology
SolidWorks & CamWorks Workshop
Orlando2011
General Education Development Diploma -
Venice Senior High School
Venice, FL2003
Skills
- CNC Milling Machine Program & Setup (Haas)
- Interpreting Blueprints, Diagrams, and Drawings
- SolidWorks & Cam Works
- Quality Control
- Dimensional Measurement, Design Specifications
- Waste & Cost Reduction
- Specialized in working with various metal types and tight tolerances
- Complex Problem Solving
- Forklift Operation
- Time Management & Communication
- Maintenance Processes
- Technical Guidance
- Parts Assembly and Fabrication
- Operational Standards
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
In times like these, it helps to recall that there have always been times like these.
Paul Harvey
Timeline
Department Manager - CNC Programmer
US Metal Crafters
06.2016 - 08.2023
Tool Die Maker
Kaba
11.2015 - 06.2016
Tool & Die Maker
Southern Spring & Stamping Inc
07.2006 - 10.2015
HAAS CNC VMC Certification - Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology
HAAS Certification Workshop
SolidWorks And CamWorks Certification - Machine Tool Technology
SolidWorks & CamWorks Workshop
General Education Development Diploma -
Venice Senior High School
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