Devan Brabender
HATLEY
Summary
Dynamic Machine Shop Supervisor with a proven track record at Alpha Fabrication and Machining, enhancing operational efficiency through advanced CNC programming and fostering teamwork. Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives, achieving consistent production targets while cultivating a positive work environment. Adept at troubleshooting and mentoring, ensuring compliance with quality standards and safety protocols.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Shop Supervisor
Alpha Fabrication and Machining
10.2024 - Current
- Mastered safety protocols and proficient tool usage within machine shop environment.
- Facilitated machinery setup and operation under direct supervision.
- Oversaw cleanliness and organization of work area to enhance operational efficiency.
- Facilitated preparation of materials to enhance production processes.
- Analyzed workflows and best practices by observing experienced operators.
- Embraced new responsibilities in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Executed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Facilitated collaboration among colleagues to strengthen communication and teamwork capabilities.
- Facilitated collaboration among cross-functional teams to pinpoint opportunities for enhancement in product design.
- Enhanced operational capacity through implementation of advanced machining techniques, including high-speed milling and hard turning.
- Achieved production targets consistently while ensuring superior quality and reducing scrap rates.
- Spearheaded continuous improvement initiatives across the organization, motivating team members to identify opportunities for process enhancement and cost savings.
- Cultivated a positive work environment to enhance employee retention and engagement.
- Collaborated with quality assurance teams to develop inspection routines that ensured compliance with customer specifications.
- Assessed employee performance consistently, delivering constructive feedback and defining clear expectations for ongoing development.
- Guided junior machinists in skill development and professional growth within a supportive work environment.
- Oversaw inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels while minimizing excess supply through strategic ordering practices.
- Redesigned workflow to enhance shop floor layout, maximizing productivity and minimizing waste.
- Optimized tooling selection processes to enhance equipment life cycles and minimize replacement costs.
- Oversaw daily production phases to ensure operational efficiency.
- Fostered professional relationships with peers and supervisors to enhance collaboration.
- Streamlined project workflows across multiple departments to enhance collaboration.
- Diagnosed and resolved equipment issues to minimize service calls and operational downtime.
- Spearheaded collaboration with leaders and executives to optimize workflow and enhance operational efficiency.
Machinist
GLV Machining
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Managed operation of CNC machines to ensure production of precision components meeting specifications.
- Executed routine maintenance on machinery to enhance performance and reliability.
- Analyzed technical drawings and blueprints to ensure precise part fabrication.
- Facilitated collaboration among team members to diagnose machining issues and implement effective solutions.
- Oversaw production processes to ensure adherence to quality standards across manufacturing operations.
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff on safe operating procedures and equipment handling techniques.
- Ensured organization of work areas to enhance safety and compliance with company protocols.
- Conducted inspections of completed parts to ensure adherence to specifications and quality standards.
- Employed micrometers and calipers to ensure accurate measurement and verification of tolerances.
- Managed operation of drill presses, lathes, and milling machines to ensure precise part production.
- Operated and configured machinery, including lathes and grinders, to ensure optimal performance.
- Navigated shifting priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment to ensure timely completion of all assignments.
- Analyzed and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, and schematics to ascertain precise part dimensions.
- Exhibited adaptability in utilizing diverse materials such as metals, plastics, and composites to manufacture precision machined components.
- Operated CNC and manual equipment to execute initial and final machining processes.
- Optimized machine settings to minimize waste and enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance production processes and procedures.
- Facilitated troubleshooting of complex machine issues by sharing knowledge and expertise with team members.
- Analyzed daily work instruction sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to ensure precise dimensions and tolerances.
- Facilitated training sessions for new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe equipment operation.
- Oversaw equipment monitoring to identify and report malfunctions promptly.
- Enhanced tooling performance by conducting regular inspections, cleaning, sharpening, and replacing worn tools as necessary.
- Executed precise calibration of machines to ensure adherence to tight tolerances.
- Streamlined recordkeeping by accurately logging daily production scrap rates and machine maintenance data.
- Assisted teams in completing projects on schedule and within budget. Supported maintenance of equipment and tools to ensure operational efficiency.
- Oversaw multiple projects concurrently, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely completion and uphold quality standards.
- Executed regular preventative maintenance on machines to enhance operational efficiency.
- Oversaw meticulous record-keeping of completed jobs, tracking materials utilized and time allocated for each project.
- Executed lubrication of components and conducted minor and preventive maintenance to enhance machine performance.
- Optimized machine calibration processes to ensure productivity and uphold quality standards.
- Partnered with quality assurance team to address discrepancies and execute corrective actions for non-conforming parts.
- Optimized production efficiency by configuring, adjusting, and operating diverse machinery in accordance with specifications.
- Optimized material utilization and minimized waste through precise measurement and cutting techniques.
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular maintenance on machinery and verifying optimal equipment functionality.
- Partnered with engineers to design and refine new components, ensuring precise interpretation of blueprints and schematics.
- Proposed innovative machining techniques to enhance product quality and minimize production time.
- Optimized machine uptime through strategic job scheduling based on priority and resource availability.
- Minimized errors and non-conformances by implementing fixtures and precision cutting tools on CNC machines.
- Engineered customized machining techniques to fulfill unique project specifications.
- Optimized product manufacturing precision by operating and fine-tuning CNC machinery for peak performance.
- Facilitated project planning by estimating timelines and material requirements for upcoming initiatives.
- Optimized production workflows by configuring machinery and tools prior to project initiation.
- Executed complex project delivery on schedule while overseeing multiple machining tasks concurrently.
- Enhanced product quality through rigorous inspection of machined parts to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Executed detailed final inspections and adjustments on completed parts to ensure consistent quality standards.
- Minimized machine downtime through proactive maintenance and resolution of minor issues.
- Enhanced operational efficiency through strategic recommendations for machining process and equipment improvements.
- Optimized tool utilization by selecting appropriate cutting tools for diverse materials and tasks.
- Optimized material usage by calculating efficient cutting paths to minimize waste.
- Enhanced machine longevity by implementing a proactive maintenance schedule and maintaining comprehensive maintenance records.
- Facilitated collaboration with engineering teams to enhance product designs for manufacturability.
- Executed diverse machining operations, including milling, drilling, and turning, to enhance production capabilities.
- Facilitated team productivity by sharing technical knowledge and machining tips with new machinists.
- Adapted swiftly to evolving production demands by mastering new machining techniques and technologies.
- Executed repairs and maintenance on machine tools, fixtures, and production equipment.
- Utilized precision measuring instruments to ensure workpiece accuracy.
- Managed operation of CNC and manual lathes, mills, and drill presses to manufacture precision machined components.
- Conducted inspections and measurements of machined parts to ensure compliance with specified tolerances.
- Conducted measurement, examination, and testing of completed units to identify defects and ensure compliance with specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers.
- Facilitated training and mentorship for new and existing machinists on advanced machining techniques.
- Defined machining parameters and conducted test runs for new parts and components.
- Engineered jigs, fixtures, and tooling to optimize production efficiency.
- Embraced and integrated new and evolving technologies within machining operations.
- Executed calibration and alignment of machine components to ensure optimal performance.
- Analyzed sample parts blueprints and engineering specifications to establish fabrication methods and operational sequences.
- Partnered with engineers and machinists to optimize machining processes.
- Engineered tool paths, selected cutting tools, and configured machine parameters using CAD and CAM software.
- Engineered and executed process enhancements to optimize production efficiency.
- Evaluated and recommended adjustments to production processes to enhance product quality.
- Evaluated and implemented innovative machining technologies and techniques.
Manufacturing Engineer Tech II
Gordon Aluminum Industries
12.2015 - 02.2024
- Managed operation of manufacturing machinery to maximize production efficiency.
- Facilitated troubleshooting of equipment issues to enhance operational reliability.
- Executed quality inspections on finished products to ensure adherence to high standards.
- Facilitated collaboration among team members to optimize production processes and minimize waste.
- Configured 3, 4, and 5-axis machines for efficient high-volume production of extruded aluminum components.
- Attended Illinois training for 2D and 3D milling essentials programming in Mastercam.
- Executed programming of components utilizing Mastercam for 3, 4, and 5-axis machining operations.
- Managed tooling inventory utilizing a matrix tool chest to enhance operational efficiency.
- Mentored new CNC setup operators in compliance with setup and quality standards.
- Collaborated with engineering team to develop and launch innovative parts and workholding solutions.
- Facilitated 5S training sessions and organized multiple events to establish guidelines for effective workspace organization.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wittenberg-Birnamwood High
Wittenberg, WI06.2015
Skills
- Safety protocols
- Machine setup
- Operational efficiency
- Continuous improvement
- CNC programming
- Quality assurance
- Workflow optimization
- Tooling management
- Team collaboration
- Equipment maintenance
- Production scheduling
- Inventory control
- Technical drawing analysis
- Precision measurement
- Process enhancement
- Employee training
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Machining operations
- Project management
- Compliance standards
- Machine operation
- Microsoft office
- Precision measuring
- Tool selection
- Work order processing
- Multitasking capacity
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Safety procedures
- Training and mentoring
- Delegation skills
- Flexible schedule
- Coordinating daily operations
- Forklift operation
- Task prioritization
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Worker training
- Equipment operation
- Self motivation
- Coaching and mentoring
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Training and development
- Product assembly
- Professionalism
- Continuous improvements
- Quality control
- Documentation and reporting
- Strategic planning
- Work area inspection
- Staff supervision
- Time management abilities
- Inventory management
- Adaptability
- Personnel management
- Workflow coordination
- Materials inspection
- Staff development
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Professional demeanor
Timeline
Machine Shop Supervisor
Alpha Fabrication and Machining
10.2024 - Current
Machinist
GLV Machining
03.2024 - 10.2024
Manufacturing Engineer Tech II
Gordon Aluminum Industries
12.2015 - 02.2024
High School Diploma -
Wittenberg-Birnamwood High