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David Adams

South Lyon,MI

Summary

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

Henry Ford Community College
David Adams