Douglas Shingleton

• Performed frequent visual inspections to root out tolerance and compliance issues.
• Inspected outbound shipments and conducted random sampling of product quality.
• Implemented corrective actions for non-conforming products, reducing the risk of customer dissatisfaction or returns.
• Discarded and rejected products, materials and equipment not conforming with specifications.
• Maintained high standard of workmanship by using only approved data, materials, tools and test equipment.
• Collaborated with manufacturing team to ensure consistent quality standards across all products.
• Identified defects during cyclical checks.
• Identified and helped resolve non-conforming product issues.
• Recorded inspection and test data such as weights, temperatures, grades and quantities inspected and graded.
• Collaborated closely with operations managers to address any quality concerns arising during production runs.
• Documented findings and produced reports to aide management in assessing and correcting quality concerns.
• Utilized gauges, tools and equipment to complete in-depth assessments.
• Recorded defects and coordinated issue resolution with development team and functional leads.
• Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
• Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.

• Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
• Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
• Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
• Increased product quality by adhering to strict tolerances and carefully monitoring machining processes.
• Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts.
• Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
• Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
• Input instructions to program CNC machines to control machine movement and produce parts to specification.
• Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.

• Maintained a safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines in the workplace.
• Maximized machine uptime through diligent monitoring of equipment performance and timely addressing issues as they arose.
• Led a team of operators in maintaining high-quality standards for all CNC-machined products.

• Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
• Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
• Provided timely feedback to management regarding potential bottlenecks within the production process, facilitating prompt resolution and minimizing disruptions.

• Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new software programs for advanced CNC machine operation.
• Reduced material waste through precise programming of CNC machines for accurate cutting and milling operations.
• Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition.
• Improved workplace safety, conducting regular inspections and promptly addressing any hazards or mechanical issues.
• Streamlined workflow with effective management of multiple CNC machines simultaneously.

• Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
• Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
• Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
• Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.

Soldier in the Army as a military Gunner Operator/Driver