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Work History
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Precision Gunsmith
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DUSTIN STEWART

UNION GROVE,AL

Summary

Versatile CNC Programmer/Machinist with 15+ years of Aerospace/Defense success. Meticulous and hardworking with comprehensive experience in blueprint analysis, data design and tooling selection. Demonstrated expertise in programming CNC machinery to deliver quality output. Has at least moderate knowledge and experience in pretty much all aspects of an Aerospace/Defense machine shop...and very extensive knowledge in actually making parts.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

CNC PROGRAMMER/CNC Machinist

BK AEROSPACE
03.2008 - Current
  • Has extensive knowledge and experience of programming , set-up , running , optimizing , and checking final dimensions on 3 , 4 , and 5 axis milling machines .
  • Has fairly in depth knowledge and experience of program , set-up , running of cnc lathes and mill turn machines .
  • Has experience in water-jet programming and operation
  • Has 3d printing experience
  • Limited wire edm experience
  • Has experience with Mastercam and Autodesk cad/cam software for product design and manufacturing.
  • Has experience with mazak , fanuc , mitsubishi , siemens , haas , makino , okuma , flow , and machine mate cnc controls .
  • Has about every measuring instrument and/or hand tool a machinist would ever need .
  • Have my own personal seat of licensed programming software
  • Calculated dimensions, tool selection and machine speeds from new orders.
  • Identified required reference points, paths and hole locations for pieces.
  • Designed work paths for custom projects, selecting appropriate parameters for speed, feed rates and tool selection.
  • Inspected finished products to verify compliance with production tolerances.
  • Developed streamlined tool paths and fabrication methods to reduce production time on complex parts
  • Created instructions for machinists and reviewed 3D CAD design blueprints.
  • Reviewed CNC designs for pre-production errors, eliminating design flaws to reduce raw material waste.
  • Handled preventive maintenance and minor repairs on machines to sustain performance.
  • Produced finished products at scales ranging from less than 1 inch to 50 feet
  • Translated work orders and blueprints into machining parameters and plans.
  • Studied orders to determine required machine sequences and tools to achieve desired results.
  • Programmed work paths for both mills and lathes.
  • Collaborated with engineering team to optimize CNC machining processes.
  • Studied blueprints to understand specifications and adjusted machines to produce quality parts.

Assistant Manager / Mechanic

Express Lube
05.2005 - 02.2008
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service and responded to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Made hiring recommendations to increase company's productivity and profitability with quality workers.
  • Performed various types of mechanical repairs to various types of automobiles in a timely manner.

Metal Roofer

Self / Father
01.2002 - 01.2008
  • Installed roof insulation to reduce energy costs.
  • Installed high-quality roofing systems, paying careful attention to hazards and other safety concerns.
  • Installed chimney flashing, gutters and other roof components to direct smoke away and offer protection from elements.
  • Conducted regular inspections and troubleshot building roofing systems for commercial and residential customers.
  • Operated variety of tools and equipment to safely and efficiently perform tasks.
  • Precisely cut felt, shingles and strips of flashing to fit angles formed by walls, vents, and intersecting roof surfaces.

Education

GED -

Marshall Tech
Albertville, AL

Skills

  • CNC Programmer
  • CNC Machinist
  • Autodesk Fusion 360
  • Mastercam
  • Milling Machines
  • Lathes
  • Mill Turn Machines
  • Waterjet
  • EDM
  • Tools Configuration
  • Equipment Calibration

Precision Gunsmith

I'm also a partner in a custom gun shop which is great practice for high precision machining .

Timeline

CNC PROGRAMMER/CNC Machinist

BK AEROSPACE
03.2008 - Current

Assistant Manager / Mechanic

Express Lube
05.2005 - 02.2008

Metal Roofer

Self / Father
01.2002 - 01.2008

GED -

Marshall Tech

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