Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Edward Sickler

Kilgore,Texas

Summary

Expert CNC Operator experienced with range of shop machinery and materials. Detail-oriented in checking and implementing instructions for accurate work and quality results. Tends carefully to machines and quickly steps in to handle problems. Driven welder with experience in submerged arc welding. Well-versed in standard procedures, policies and regulations with attention to detail. Flexible with focus and commitment to safety.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Laser Operator

Keeprite
05.2021 - Current
  • Uploaded proper program from machine control and established optimal laser cutting conditions.
  • Complied with plant safety procedures to maintain safe production environment.
  • Inspected completed work for conformance with specifications using visual and dimensional evaluations.
  • Moved steel plates, laser cut items and scrap metal using safe lifting practices.
  • Loaded, installed and set up tools required for laser operation.
  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
  • Inspected parts to meet customer specifications and quality standards.
  • Detected malfunctions and control errors by monitoring machine operation and checking completed pieces.
  • Ran multiple CNC machines simultaneously to increase production capacity.
  • Followed detailed instructions to accurately produce complex components.

Welder

Trinity Rail
11.2019 - 03.2021
  • Welded in flat.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
  • Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.
  • Maintained safety by wearing protective equipment, staying alert and following procedures.
  • Inspected welds for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Sub-Arc inside and outside rail cars.

Machine Operator

Micrometl
02.2018 - 10.2019
  • Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.

Machine Operator

Aaon Coil Products
09.2016 - 02.2018
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.

Education

GED -

Kilgore College
Kilgore, TX
09.1995

Skills

  • Calibration
  • Software Development
  • Quality Assessments
  • Hydraulic Press
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Training Junior Team Members
  • Power Chippers
  • Heavy Metals
  • MIG Welding
  • Brake Press Operation
  • Tool Repair and Maintenance
  • Micrometers and Calipers
  • Shielded Metal Arc Equipment
  • Punch Presses
  • Submerged Arc Welding
  • Overhead Hoists

Certification

  • Certified forklift, Keeprite - 2021-2023

Additional Information

Entered Micrometl at entry level machine operator and within a years time made leadman.

Fill in as lead at Keeprite when primary lead is on vacation.

Timeline

Laser Operator

Keeprite
05.2021 - Current

Welder

Trinity Rail
11.2019 - 03.2021

Machine Operator

Micrometl
02.2018 - 10.2019

Machine Operator

Aaon Coil Products
09.2016 - 02.2018

GED -

Kilgore College
Edward Sickler