Darron Spates
Rockford,IL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Set-Up Hob/Grinding Machine Operator
Gleason Cutting Tools
Loves Park, IL
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
Set-Up Grinding/Lathe Operator
PBC Linear
Roscoe, IL
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Upheld a clean work environment by performing routine housekeeping tasks around the machine area.
- Reduced material waste by consistently monitoring cutting tools for wear and replacing them as needed.
- Enhanced production efficiency by optimizing lathe and grinding machine settings and implementing preventative maintenance measures.
- Utilized custom jigs/fixtures when appropriate, facilitating efficient setups for complex parts manufacturing operations.
Set-Up Grinding Operator
Cleveland Tool and Design
Cleveland, GA
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Set up grinding machines for production runs, ensuring that all parts and materials are in place prior to starting the job.
- Adjust machine settings as needed to ensure accuracy of finished product.
- Perform periodic maintenance on grinding machinery, such as lubricating and cleaning equipment.
- Monitor grinding process closely to detect any problems or irregularities, making necessary adjustments as required.
Cleaning Crew Member
Reggie RND Maintenance
Cleveland, GA
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Swept and mopped floors in public areas.
- Vacuumed carpets, furniture, and upholstery.
- Cleaned windows, door frames, and sills.
- Dusted furniture, fixtures, and other surfaces.
- Maintained janitorial closets in a clean, organized manner.
CNC Turning Lathe Operator
IMS Gear
Gainesville, GA
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Set up and operate CNC turning lathes to machine parts from a variety of materials, including metals and plastics.
- Perform daily maintenance on CNC turning lathe equipment.
- Read blueprints or job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
- Adjust cutting speeds, feed rates, and depth of cuts as needed for optimal performance.
- Determine the correct tools needed for each machining operation.
- Monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjust machine controls as necessary to compensate.
Set-Up Grinding Operator
Elgin Industries
Elgin, IL
06.2018 - 11.2019
- Set up grinding machines for production runs, ensuring that all parts and materials are in place prior to starting the job.
- Adjust machine settings as needed to ensure accuracy of finished product.
- Inspect parts for defects or damage before and after grinding process is complete.
- Verify dimensions of finished products using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers.
- Record production data such as number of pieces ground, time elapsed. on log sheets provided by supervisor.
CNC Grinding Operator
NTN Driveshaft
Elgin, IL
02.2016 - 05.2018
- Set up grinding machines for production runs, ensuring that all parts and materials are in place prior to starting the job.
- Adjust machine settings as needed to ensure accuracy of finished product.
- Ensure work area remains clean and organized according to safety regulations.
- Follow established safety procedures when operating grinding machines.
- Verify dimensions of finished products using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers.
- Check quality of finished product against customer specifications to ensure accuracy and conformance with standards.
- Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues with grinder machines when necessary.
Education
Basic Machining Operations - Precision Machining And Manufacturing
North Georgia Technical College
Clarkesville, GA01-2023
Skills
- Safety Procedures
- Computer Skills
- Tool Maintenance
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Machine Operation
- Equipment Calibration
- Measurement tools
- Self Motivation
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Set-Up Hob/Grinding Machine Operator
Gleason Cutting Tools
11.2024 - 05.2025
Set-Up Grinding/Lathe Operator
PBC Linear
04.2024 - 10.2024
Set-Up Grinding Operator
Cleveland Tool and Design
02.2024 - 03.2024
Cleaning Crew Member
Reggie RND Maintenance
03.2023 - 12.2023
CNC Turning Lathe Operator
IMS Gear
11.2021 - 03.2023
Set-Up Grinding Operator
Elgin Industries
06.2018 - 11.2019
CNC Grinding Operator
NTN Driveshaft
02.2016 - 05.2018
Basic Machining Operations - Precision Machining And Manufacturing
North Georgia Technical College