Edward Bolton

• Created detailed reports of production metrics such as cycle time, scrap rate, total number of pieces produced.
• Read blueprints and schematic drawings to determine workpiece specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, number of parts to be machined, type of material used.
• Monitored machine operations to detect potential problems and take corrective action when needed.
• Assisted with developing new manufacturing processes for improved part quality.
• Performed daily maintenance tasks on CNC equipment such as cleaning, lubricating, and changing coolant fluids.
• Trained new employees on the operation of CNC machines and related equipment.
• Inspected manufactured parts for conformance to drawing requirements using precision measuring instruments.
• Communicated effectively with team members regarding project updates or changes in design specifications.
• Edited existing programs for improved production or efficiency.
• Completed job setups and documented set up information for production recordkeeping.
• Assisted production supervisor with handling problems, reducing downtime and troubleshooting mechanical problems.

Serve as lead install technician leading installation and maintenance of air conditioning, heating, ventilation, steam distribution, and refrigeration equipment in commercial facilities.

• Install compressors, evaporators, motors, ducts, and piping as well as mechanical/electrical controls; read and interpret blueprints/diagrams.
• Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance on bearings, pumps, polyphase motors, shaft alignments and fans; document all maintenance/repair actions and manage equipment records.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns and repair malfunctioning HVAC systems and components; utilize measuring and testing instruments.
• Delivered outstanding customer service as main point of contact for project inquiries; achieved 100% quality service rating in random client surveys.
• Routinely worked overtime, weekends, and holidays to ensure complete customer satisfaction.
• Tested, troubleshot, and repaired systems by identifying malfunctions and replacing parts and components. Read diagrams, specifications, drawings, blueprints, and schematics.
• Participated in numerous professional development activities to update knowledge and increase service/repair capabilities.
• Demonstrated exceptional time management skills; organized and prioritized high volume of work orders to ensure maximum quality and service to customers.

• Possess working knowledge of cutting tools including speeds and feeds, boring, reaming, threading, milling, deep hole drilling and turning
• Operate CNC machines performing various machining processes such as: 5 axis i500 Mazak, drilling, boring, milling, reaming, of various materials
• Trouble shooting and repairing equipment when not working properly in addition to identifying root causes of problems and resolving without supervision
• Inspect complex parts using a wide variety of measuring devices and equipment applying geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
• Assist the Machine Shop Manager in making recommendations with the goal of reducing cycle times, improving machine scheduling, and/or increasing Safety
• Processes also involve using, reading, and interpreting measuring gages such as, but not limited to, micrometers, calipers, and automated measuring equipment to complete and validate work
• Improvise, adapt and design standard tooling; perform such typical operations as turning, facing, boring; machine compound angles, multiple angles
• Perform advanced set-ups with indicating, leveling, clamping, and blocking of both basic and complex 5 axis operations
• Responsible for setting up, operating and programming a CNC Mill machine
• Responsible for parts inspection and maintaining tooling
• Perform preventative maintenance
• Keep machines and work area, both clean & safe
• Lift, cut, load and secure raw stock into machining equipment