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Earnest S. FRYE

Azusa,CA

Summary

Efficient and detail-oriented Machinist with nearly 20 years of experience across diverse environments, from small job shops to large corporations. Proficient in Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Kaizen methodologies. Expertise includes a wide range of machining skills, ensuring high-quality production and operational excellence.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Machinist

Tri-Fittings Mfg.
El Monte, CA
07.2024 - Current
  • Screw Machine Operator
  • Specialized machinist operating multi-spindle automatic screw machines, particularly Acme-Gridley machines, to manufacture precision parts from metal stock.

Machinist

LISI AEROSPACE North America
City Of Industry, CA
08.2022 - 08.2024
  • Configured and operated Davenport automatic screw machines, specialized multi-spindle lathes for precision manufacturing of metal parts.

Machinist

Avibank MFG. Inc.
North Hollywood, CA
02.2021 - 08.2022
  • Operated EDM Sinker machine to produce precise parts for molds and dies.
  • Set up and calibrated machines to ensure optimal performance and accuracy.

Machinist

Shur Lok Company
Irvine, CA
10.2016 - 01.2020
  • Set up and operate Davenport automatic screw machines, specialized multi-spindle lathes for precision manufacturing of metal parts.

Machinist

Weartech International
Anaheim, CA
07.2014 - 10.2016
  • Programmed, set up, and operated CNC lathes to produce precision parts per specifications.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure machining accuracy.
  • Maintained quality control throughout production processes for optimal results.
  • Operated vertical and horizontal milling machines to cut and shape metal components.
  • Executed precision work on vertical mills while maximizing material removal on horizontal mills.
  • Managed production plans to align machining operations with project timelines.
  • Enhanced manufacturing efficiency by optimizing machine setup and operation techniques.

Zodiac Seats California
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
06.2010 - 07.2014
  • Operated vertical and horizontal milling machines to cut and shape metal components.
  • Executed precision work on vertical mills and facilitated heavy material removal on horizontal mills.

Lisi Aerospace /Hi Shear
Torrance, CA
06.2005 - 04.2009
  • Operated CNC lathes to manufacture precision parts according to specifications.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate machining processes.
  • Maintained quality control throughout production to uphold high standards.
  • Set up Bridgeport milling machine for diverse machining tasks such as milling and drilling.
  • Selected appropriate tooling for optimal machining efficiency and precision.
  • Executed operations of milling, drilling, and shaping tasks based on work orders.

Dameron Alloy Foundry
Compton, CA
02.2003 - 03.2005
  • Operated Bridgeport milling machine, performing milling, drilling, and shaping of various materials.
  • Set up machines and selected appropriate tooling based on blueprints or work orders.
  • Interpreted blueprints to program CNC milling machines for precision parts production.
  • Monitored machining processes to ensure adherence to specifications and quality standards.

Robert Shaw Controls Mfg. Invensys
Long Beach, CA
06.1995 - 08.2002
  • Established machine setup, selected suitable tooling, and operated to precise specifications based on blueprints or work orders.

Challenge Grinding (Apprentice)
El Segundo, CA
08.1994 - 09.2000

Specialized in operating Bridgeport milling machine for milling, drilling, and shaping tasks.

Set up machine and selected appropriate tooling for precise operation.

Executed machining tasks based on blueprints and work orders to ensure accuracy.

Education

CNC Mill Programing Course

Haas Factory Outlet
Torrance, CA
01.2004

Shop Math and Geometric Tolerance

El Camino College
Hawthorne, CA
01.1994

N.T.M.A. Certification

National Tooling and Machining Association
Norwalk, CA
01.1994

High School Diploma -

Thomas Jefferson High School
Los Angeles, CA
01.1984

Skills

  • Blueprint reading
  • CNC and manual milling
  • Shop mathematics
  • Kaizen methodology
  • SPC data analysis
  • Screw machine operation
  • Lathe machining
  • Surface grinding
  • Precision measurement tools
  • Optical comparison
  • Vertical milling
  • Height gauging
  • Exotic metals handling
  • Safety and efficiency training

Timeline

Machinist

Tri-Fittings Mfg.
07.2024 - Current

Machinist

LISI AEROSPACE North America
08.2022 - 08.2024

Machinist

Avibank MFG. Inc.
02.2021 - 08.2022

Machinist

Shur Lok Company
10.2016 - 01.2020

Machinist

Weartech International
07.2014 - 10.2016

Zodiac Seats California
06.2010 - 07.2014

Lisi Aerospace /Hi Shear
06.2005 - 04.2009

Dameron Alloy Foundry
02.2003 - 03.2005

Robert Shaw Controls Mfg. Invensys
06.1995 - 08.2002

Challenge Grinding (Apprentice)
08.1994 - 09.2000

CNC Mill Programing Course

Haas Factory Outlet

Shop Math and Geometric Tolerance

El Camino College

N.T.M.A. Certification

National Tooling and Machining Association

High School Diploma -

Thomas Jefferson High School