Experienced toolmaker with a long track record in die repair, preventative maintenance, and spare part fabrication. Skilled in lathe, mill, grinder, and EDM operations, with a focus on accurate repairs, blueprint interpretation, and consistent tooling performance. Known for problem-solving that helps maintain production quality.
Work History
Toolmaker
8 Years 3 Months
Schneider Electric | 07.2018 - Current
Machined precision components using lathes, mills, grinders, and EDM equipment.
Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to build accurate tooling and fixtures.
Inspected finished parts with micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify tight tolerances.
Troubleshot tooling issues and restored equipment performance through timely repairs.
Maintained dies, molds, and production tooling to support consistent manufacturing output.
Toolmaker
8 Years 8 Months
Tri-Con Industries Ltd | 11.2009 - 07.2018
Perform preventative maintenance on stamping dies. Repair dies as needed and make spare parts.
CNC Machinist
9 Years 5 Months
Garner Industries | 06.2000 - 11.2009
Programmed CNC mills and lathes to produce precision components from blueprints and CAD specifications.
Set up tooling, fixtures, and offsets to support efficient production runs and accurate changeovers.
Operated multi-axis equipment while monitoring feeds, speeds, and tolerances for consistent part quality.
Inspected finished parts using micrometers, calipers, and gauges to verify dimensional accuracy.
CNC Machinist
1 Year 6 Months
IntoMetal | 12.1998 - 06.2000
Set up and operate CNC lathes and mills.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Machine Tool & CAD/CAM Technology
Southeast Community College | Milford, NE | 12-1998
Skills
Hand tool safety
Measuring
Precision machining
Mill operation
Surface grinding
Welding
Tool maintenance
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Lathe operation
Timeline
Toolmaker
Schneider Electric
07.2018 - CurrentRead More
Toolmaker
Tri-Con Industries Ltd
11.2009 - 07.2018Read More
CNC Machinist
Garner Industries
06.2000 - 11.2009Read More
CNC Machinist
IntoMetal
12.1998 - 06.2000Read More
Southeast Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Machine Tool & CAD/CAM Technology