Dylan Spohr
Journeyman Die Maker
Belding,Michigan
Work Preference
Summary
Focused professional adept at planning, directing, and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems, and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training, and empowering team to improve in performance. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver.
Overview
7
7
years of post-secondary education
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Die Maker
Greenville Tool and Die
07.2023 - Current
- Coordinated and planned operation sequences based on blueprint and model schematics.
- Computed specific shapes and dimensions for dies and die components based on design outlines.
- Measured and scribed metal stock with extreme accuracy to prepare for automated machine production.
- Maintained and operated drill presses, mills, lathes, flex arms, and band saws to alter products as needed throughout assembly process.
- Welding trim and form moves to improve part quality.
- Adjusted and ground dies, tools and parts after production to assure quality control and usability.
- Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders and emery cloths; for tools producing parts requiring class A surface.
- Inspected final products for quality and functionality.
CNC Milling Machinist
Greenville Tool and Die
07.2023 - Current
- Maintained detailed documentation of completed tasks, ensuring accurate record-keeping for future reference or process improvements.
- Performed preventative maintenance on CNC machines, prolonging their operational lifespan and reducing repair costs.
- Ensured consistent high-quality output by conducting thorough inspections using various gauging techniques.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Collaborated with engineering team to develop custom machining solutions for complex projects.
Die Maker
ArtiFlex Manufacturing LLC
06.2017 - 03.2023
- Coordinated and planned operation sequences based on blueprint and model schematics.
- Computed specific shapes and dimensions for dies and die components based on design outlines.
- Measured and scribed metal stock with extreme accuracy to prepare for automated machine production.
- Maintained and operated drill presses, mills, lathes, flex arms, and band saws to alter products as needed throughout assembly process.
- Adjusted and ground dies, tools and parts after production to assure quality control and usability.
- Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders and emery cloths; for tools producing parts requiring class A surface.
- Inspected final products for quality and functionality.
Education
Journeyman Die Making
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI 01.2018 - 12.2022
Journeyman CNC Machining
Montcalm Community College
Greenville, MI 09.2023 - 11.2025
Skills
Assembly and Tryout of Tooling
Precision CNC and Manual Milling
Precision Hand and Surface Grinding
Precision Manual Lathe Work
Welding Castings and Tool Steels
Class A Experience
Organization and Time Management
Self-Motivated
Quality inspection
Flexible and Adaptable
Problem-solving abilities
Analytical and Critical thinking
Timeline
Journeyman CNC Machining
Montcalm Community College
09.2023 - 11.2025
Die Maker
Greenville Tool and Die
07.2023 - Current
CNC Milling Machinist
Greenville Tool and Die
07.2023 - Current
Journeyman Die Making
Grand Rapids Community College
01.2018 - 12.2022
Die Maker
ArtiFlex Manufacturing LLC
06.2017 - 03.2023