Using my skills and experience to further the success of a growing company.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Prototype Machinist
NeuMoDx Molecular
07.2013 - 09.2024
Developed innovative solutions to complex machining challenges, ensuring successful completion of projects on time and within budget constraints.
Established a strong reputation for reliability, consistency, and attention to detail in all aspects of the prototype machinist role.
Proactively identified potential issues within designs or fabrication processes before they became critical problems impacting deadlines or budgets.
Achieved shorter lead times by optimizing tooling setups and reducing machine downtime.
Worked in Module Assembly Department
Parts Specialist
LaFontaine Chevrolet
01.2011 - 07.2013
I worked with Shop Technicians and over the counter customer sales, and Body Shop orders ensuring that everyone receives their parts correctly and on time
Issued parts to technicians to complete customers' repairs.
Served customers in-store and by telephone to answer questions and place orders.
Conducted thorough research on complex parts inquiries, ensuring accurate information was provided to customers and colleagues.
Stocked and managed stock of parts.
Researched vehicles and parts via physical catalogs and electronic means.
Prototype Machinist
Becton Dickinson
01.2009 - 10.2010
Company Overview: HandyLab was acquired by Becton Dickinson
I continued my duties in the Machine Shop until October 2010
HandyLab was acquired by Becton Dickinson
Prototype Machinist
HandyLab, Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2009
Worked directly with Engineering and Production
Machined Prototype Parts, Modified Parts, Built Fixtures and Tooling for use in Production, Assembly and in the Clean Room
Set Up, Programmed and Operated Bridgeport Vertical CNC Mill, Manual Bridgeport Mill, Lathe, Saw, and other typical shop equipment
Used Solid Works
Machine Assembly - Machinist
Adams Automation - ICL Manufacturing
01.2005 - 01.2006
Machined Details, Machine Assembly, also Machined and Assembled Machine Slides
Draw Bench Operator
Michigan Seamless Tube
01.2005 - 12.2005
Was responsible for the set up and operation of the Draw Bench, Drawing Tubing over Mandrel (DOM) while holding the I.D., O.D., and wall thickness to order specifications
Tool Maker - Fixture Builder
Moeller Manufacturing
01.2000 - 12.2004
Built, Assembled, and Inspected Mill and Inspection Fixtures for use in the Turbine Engine Industry
Also made repairs and modifications when necessary
Used Bridgeport Mill, Lathe, Surface Grinder, etc
Also performed finish operations on parts using a Sunnen Hone, O.D
Grinder, Jig Borer, etc
Held very close tolerances on all work
I also worked in other areas of the company as needed
Patternmaker
Annex Pattern Company
01.1996 - 12.2000
Was responsible for set up and operation of Vertical Mills, Boring Mill, Saws, Assembly and Disassembly of Core Boxes, Etc
Completed 9000 Hour Apprenticeship during this time
Apprentice Patternmaker
Annex Pattern Company
01.1993 - 12.1995
Tested for the Apprenticeship Position and was hired by Annex
Learned the set up and operation of shop equipment including Vertical Mills, Drill Press, Boring Mill, Saw, Welders, etc., while fulfilling the Requirements of the Apprenticeship Program
Education
Certificate of Achievement - Apprenticeship Program
Henry Ford Community College
Dearborn, Michigan
Skills
Measuring Tools
Calipers
Print Reading
Troubleshooting
Repair
Hand Tools
Attention to Detail
Precision machining
Machine maintenance
Soldering
Assembly
Trainingcertificates
Certificate of Achievement, Henry Ford Community College Trade and Apprentice Division, Dearborn, MI
Journeyman Metal Patternmaker, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers
Completion of Apprenticeship, United States Department of Labor
Timeline
Prototype Machinist
NeuMoDx Molecular
07.2013 - 09.2024
Parts Specialist
LaFontaine Chevrolet
01.2011 - 07.2013
Prototype Machinist
Becton Dickinson
01.2009 - 10.2010
Prototype Machinist
HandyLab, Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2009
Machine Assembly - Machinist
Adams Automation - ICL Manufacturing
01.2005 - 01.2006
Draw Bench Operator
Michigan Seamless Tube
01.2005 - 12.2005
Tool Maker - Fixture Builder
Moeller Manufacturing
01.2000 - 12.2004
Patternmaker
Annex Pattern Company
01.1996 - 12.2000
Apprentice Patternmaker
Annex Pattern Company
01.1993 - 12.1995
Certificate of Achievement - Apprenticeship Program