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David Criswell

Newton,KS

Summary

Professional application engineer equipped with robust background in developing and optimizing manufacturing solutions. Skilled in CNC programming languages, system design, and troubleshooting with strong emphasis on team collaboration and adaptability. Known for consistently delivering high-quality results and maintaining high standards under evolving project requirements. Trusted team player with knack for problem-solving and driving continuous improvement.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Applications Engineer

Hartwig Inc.
04.2022 - Current
  • Delivered comprehensive training sessions on new technologies, increasing team knowledge and capabilities.
  • Technical support for customers’ machines. (Okuma, Tsugami, Bavius, & etc.)
  • Assisted sales teams with pre-sales technical support, helping close deals with prospective clients effectively.
  • Quote and run turnkey projects.
  • Provide customer support when implementing complex operations.
  • Analyze complex parts to specify the correct machine for customers’ operations.
  • Install and set up Okuma ORL automation equipment.
  • Create time estimates and process evaluations for customers.
  • Employed by Hartwig Inc. (Wichita, Ks Office) from April 2022 through present.

1st shift Machinist

United Machine Company
10.2016 - 04.2022
  • Responsible for working with programmers to improve programs and cut down run times.
  • Responsible for helping find new tools and better ways to machine parts. As well as some programming with GibbsCam.
  • Responsible for setting up and production of multiple 3, 4, & 5-Axis Machines (Daewoo, Haas, Hyundai, Mori Seiki) (October 2016 thru present)
  • Employed by United Machine Company from October 2016 through April 2022.
  • Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.
  • Maintained detailed records of completed jobs, tracking materials used and time spent on each project for accurate billing purposes.

Weekend Shift Supervisor

Weaver Manufacturing, Inc.
08.2014 - 10.2016
  • Responsible for 1st and 2nd shift weekend employee’s
  • Responsible for Inspecting First parts as well as writing DMR’s for non-conforming parts.
  • Responsible for setting up and production of multiple 3, 4, & 5-Axis Machines and Cell Systems (Daewoo, Makino, Mazak, Mori Seiki, Snk)
  • Employed by Weaver Manufacturing, Inc. from August 2014 through October 2016.
  • Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient shift scheduling and task delegation.


Lead Machinist and Programmer

Retro Systems
04.2011 - 08.2014
  • Responsible for programming Zimmermann FZ35, Haas, Doosan, and Okuma mills.
  • Supervision of 3 Machinists and programming for their machines.
  • Supervision of the purchasing and testing of new tools.
  • Responsible for production on Zimmermann FZ35 5-Axis Gantry Mill and Doosan 3-Axis Mill.
  • Employed by Retro Systems from April 2011 thru August 2014.
  • Streamlined workflows by organizing tools, equipment, and workspaces for maximum efficiency.
  • Provided job training and monitored performance of team members.
  • Collaborated with engineers for design improvements, resulting in reduced material waste and optimized production processes.
  • Increased production efficiency by implementing new machining techniques and processes.

1st Shift Machinist

Weaver Manufacturing, Inc.
09.2006 - 04.2011
  • 1st Shift Machinist capable of making own setups on multiple 3-Axis machines (Daewoo, Makino, Mori Seiki, and Okuma ) (2006 thru 2007)
  • 1st Shift Spares Machinist capable of hand programming, editing programs, and reading Mylars (2007 thru 2010)
  • Supervisor of Tool Crib capable of ordering and testing new tools and editing programs on the production floor. (2010 thru 2011)
  • Employed by Weaver Manufacturing, Inc. from September 2006 thru April 2011.

Education

High School -

Valley Center High School
Valley Center, KS
01.2006

Skills

  • Great at building customer relationships
  • Highly skilled machinist with all platforms (lathe, Mill, Swiss, & conventional)
  • Highly skilled in MasterCam software
  • Highly skilled in programming 3, 4, and 5 axis machines
  • Highly skilled in all aspects of manufacturing (part processing, Programming, Inspection, & etc)
  • Highly skilled across multiple machine platforms (Okuma, Makino, Mazak, SNK, DMG, & etc)
  • Proficient working with Word, Excel & Powerpoint documents
  • Production support
  • Efficiency improvement
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Customer support
  • Performance optimization

Timeline

Applications Engineer

Hartwig Inc.
04.2022 - Current

1st shift Machinist

United Machine Company
10.2016 - 04.2022

Weekend Shift Supervisor

Weaver Manufacturing, Inc.
08.2014 - 10.2016

Lead Machinist and Programmer

Retro Systems
04.2011 - 08.2014

1st Shift Machinist

Weaver Manufacturing, Inc.
09.2006 - 04.2011

High School -

Valley Center High School

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