DUSTIN M. DODD
Manchester,TN
Summary
I am a hard worker who brings with me academic training and a willingness to learn and grow. I believe that I have a strong work ethic, and take pride in my work.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Production/Finish Work
Nissan Assembly
Smyrna, TN, USA
04.2013 - 09.2014
Production Technician/Inspections
Fischer Steel Tubing
Manchester, TN, USA
10.2014 - 12.2015
Inventory Control/Cleaning/Unloading Trucks
Food Lion
Manchester, TN, USA
03.2016 - 10.2016
Production/Die Fab
Fischer Tool & Die Corp
Tullahoma, TN, USA
04.2017 - 12.2018
- Fastened joints and seams together to assemble components into sheet metal products.
- Used rulers, squares and scribes to measure and mark dimensions and reference lines on materials.
- Performed quality finishes by trimming and deburring to create smooth surfaces and joints of assembled parts.
- Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain safe and clean working environment.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
Die maker/Repair/Assemble dies
Die-Max Tool & Die
Tullahoma, TN, USA
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Adjusted and ground dies, tools and parts after production to assure quality control and usability.
- Computed dimensions, shapes and specific sizes for dies based on design outlines.
- Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders and emery cloths.
- Assembled, maintained, and operated drill presses to drill holes in products throughout assembly.
- Trimmed blocks and blanks to outlined dimensions with rules, hand saws and power shears.
- Improved die quality by consistently inspecting and maintaining tooling equipment.
- Troubleshot issues with dies in a timely manner, minimizing disruptions to production schedules.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety guidelines and promoting best practices within the team.
Machinist
Micro Craft
Tullahoma, TN
09.2020 - 10.2022
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Performed preventative maintenance on machines regularly to minimize downtime due to breakdowns or malfunctions.
Mold Maintenance
MAHLE
Murfreesboro, TN
11.2022 - 12.2024
- Provided training to junior technicians on proper mold maintenance procedures, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced mold maintenance efficiency by implementing preventive and predictive maintenance techniques.
- Increased output consistency with meticulous attention to press settings, rubber material preparation, and mold maintenance.
- Managed inventory of spare parts and supplies necessary for effective mold maintenance operations, ensuring availability when needed most urgently.
- Supported continuous improvement efforts by participating in process improvement initiatives related to molding procedures.
- Increased overall efficiency through proper documentation of mold repairs and modifications.
- Worked closely with Quality Control personnel to address any defects found in molded parts, implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Enhanced mold quality by performing routine maintenance and cleaning of molds.
- Reduced downtime by promptly troubleshooting and resolving mold-related issues.
- Implemented preventative maintenance schedules for molds, extending their operational life span and reducing repair costs over time.
- Ensured accurate mold assembly by following detailed blueprints and schematics.
- Safeguarded the workplace by adhering to safety regulations and protocols during all tasks.
Education
Machine Tool Technology Program -
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
12.2017
Dual Path Diploma -
Coffee County High School
Manchester, TN01.2012
Skills
- Fundamental Blueprint Interpretation
- Manual Mills/Lathes
- Precision Measurements
- Blueprint Reading with GD&T
- Lock-Out/Tag-Out
- Shop Math
- Project Lay-Out
- Tool Grinding
- Skilled in Bench Operations
- Band Saws
- Reliable Team Member
- Mold maintenance
- Mold Maintenance Knowledge
- Mold Maintenance Abilities
Timeline
Mold Maintenance
MAHLE
11.2022 - 12.2024
Machinist
Micro Craft
09.2020 - 10.2022
Die maker/Repair/Assemble dies
Die-Max Tool & Die
02.2019 - 09.2020
Production/Die Fab
Fischer Tool & Die Corp
04.2017 - 12.2018
Inventory Control/Cleaning/Unloading Trucks
Food Lion
03.2016 - 10.2016
Production Technician/Inspections
Fischer Steel Tubing
10.2014 - 12.2015
Production/Finish Work
Nissan Assembly
04.2013 - 09.2014
Machine Tool Technology Program -
Tennessee College of Applied Technology
Dual Path Diploma -
Coffee County High School