ELIJAH LANDES-BROWN
Puyallup,WA
Summary
CNC programmer with a focus on 5-axis machining and extensive experience in fixture design. Proficient in lathe programming and mill-turn operations, driving efficiency in manufacturing processes. Committed to leveraging technical expertise to enhance production quality and meet organizational objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Developmental CNC Programmer
Amazon LEO
Redmond, Washington
10.2023 - Current
- Designed fixturing and tooling for developmental and production components.
- Building virtual tool assemblies in Zoller TMS tool management software, maintaining designations, and ordering tooling when adding tool components.
- Programmed Okuma MU-4000, MU-5000, MB46, M560v, L3000E, MULTUS B250, MB5000, and Modig RIGIMILL using the NX CAM environment.
- Created job setup documentation in NX, stored in Teamcenter PLM software, for collaboration with manufacturing engineering.
- Verified all programs using Vericut, creating a VCreview file for shop floor clarity in the setup and machining process.
- Owned projects from inception to completion, tracking progress through JIRA and ensuring deadlines were met.
- Built and maintained Vericut virtual machines for custom internal machine verification.
- Optimized production programs for lights-out manufacturing with advanced custom probing cycles.
- Collaborated with quality department to analyze and resolve dimensional trends in production.
- Created custom logic-probing programs for in-process automated decision-making. Flagging pallets, tools, and replacing them when results are out of range, while continuing to process jobs that are unaffected.
CNC Programmer
Vineburg machining Inc
Mound House , NV
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Programmed five-axis prototype parts using SolidCAM for diverse materials and production jobs.
- Designed fixtures, jigs, and custom workholding devices to optimize machining processes.
- Set up HAAS VF series and EC400 mills, adhering to company procedures for precision.
- Configured and programmed HAAS DS30Y, ST25, TL30 lathes for efficient operations.
- Performed light sub macro programming for Reinshaw spindle probe integration.
- Created setup sheets for production jobs ensuring accurate repeatability of tasks.
- Conducted daily preventative maintenance on machines to ensure operational efficiency.
- Machined various materials including titanium, aluminum, and stainless steel as required.
Cnc Programmer, Project Manager Part Time
GEM Manufacturing/GGD LLC
Puyallup, WA
05.2019 - 08.2023
- Designed custom tooling and fixturing for all product lines to enhance production efficiency.
- Developed and implemented manufacturing processes for new products, including machining and assembly tooling.
- Executed CAM programming using Fusion360 software for EC400 pallet pool and HAAS VF2 mills.
- Configured CNC mills, FDM SLA printers, CO2 lasers, and fiber lasers for optimal performance.
- Facilitated meetings with internal teams, consultants, and contractors to drive project alignment.
- Resolved project risks and issues while meeting quality standards and timeline objectives.
- Coordinated resource allocation to ensure timely delivery of quality standards within budget.
- Created detailed project plans with timelines, assigned tasks to teams, and managed workflow effectively.
Cnc Swiss Machinist
Graco Inc.
Sioux Falls, SD
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Designed operation layouts and selected tooling per HPCF department protocols.
- Programmed Citizen L20 and L32 Swiss/chucker lathes for optimal performance.
- Executed setup and prove-out of new programs, adjusting for high-quality, in-tolerance components.
- Conducted initial and in-process inspections to ensure product standards.
- Utilized Keyence optical CMM, optical comparators, height gauges, pins, ring gauges, and indicators for part inspection.
- Documented and recorded daily production output accurately.
CNC Programmer
Applied engineering inc
Yangton, SD
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Programmed Makino A51Nx, A51, A88, A81, A81Nx, Matsuura Cublex pallet pool, and Haas mills.
- Utilized Gibbscam and Vericut for vertical and horizontal machining center programming.
- Designed custom tooling and fixturing to enhance production efficiency.
- Created documentation, setup sheets, tool room instructions, and process plans per company procedures.
- Determined program operation sequences and selected appropriate tooling for production tasks.
- Managed machining operations and scheduled Makino MMC2 FMS automated pallet system.
- Troubleshot machinery and programming issues to surpass production targets.
- Maintained detailed production records to identify improvement areas and maximize productivity.
CNC Programmer /Machinist
Vineburg Machining inc.
Mound House , NV
10.2018 - 09.2021
- Programmed five-axis prototype parts using SolidCAM software for diverse production jobs.
- Designed fixtures, jigs, arbors, and custom workholding devices for machining processes.
- Set up HAAS VF series 3-5 axis vertical mills and HAAS EC400 4-axis horizontal mills to company standards.
- Offset tools and establish work offsets to ensure precision during machining operations.
- Utilized Reinshaw spindle probe and table offsetter for tool and part measurement.
- Performed light sub-macro programming for the Reinshaw spindle probe.
- Machined components to blueprint tolerances while accommodating post-process requirements.
- Submitted parts to QC with OMI inspection reports to confirm compliance with customer specifications.
CNC Programmer /Machinist
Universal sonar mount/ Inertia labs
Sausalito, CA
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Programmed all machining processes on HAAS lathes and mills using GibbsCAM.
- Managed programming of USM products to achieve maximum production speed.
- Conducted first article inspections during machining to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Set up contract work in accordance with Inertia Labs protocol for customer specifications.
- Modified G and M code to create repeatable programs tailored to individual part requirements.
- Designed tooling and developed products to enhance manufacturing capabilities.
- Executed manual machining operations as necessary to complete part production.
- Utilized FeatureCAM for prototyping part programming on contract work.
CNC Programmer/Machinist
Production Robotics
San Leandro, CA
03.2013 - 12.2017
- Programmed precision prototype parts using FeatureCAM for various materials and production jobs.
- Designed fixtures, jigs, arbors, and custom workholding devices for accurate machining operations.
- Set up HAAS VF series 3-4 axis vertical mills and HAAS EC400 horizontal mill according to company standards.
- Offset tools and locate work offsets to ensure precision in machining processes.
- Measured tools and parts with Renishaw spindle probe and table offsetter for accuracy.
- Conducted in-process inspections using precision measuring tools, gauges, and Brown & Sharpe CMM.
- Machined parts to specified tolerances as indicated on blueprints, ensuring high quality.
- Documented programming, setup, and machining times accurately using ISS traveler system.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Machine Tool Technology
Chabot College
Hayward, CASkills
- Tool configuration and programming
- 5-axis mill programming
- Mill-turn programming
- Large format gantry programming
- Citizen Swiss programming
- Lathe programming
- Vericut machine building
- Code processing and modification
- Model creation and design
- Fixture design and development
- Blueprint interpretation
- GD&T certification
- Machining setups
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Product development strategies
- Teamcenter PLM expertise
- Lights out manufacturing
Additional Information
Proficient in:
Siemens NX design, Siemens NX manufacturing
Vericut
Zoller TMS
Solidworks
Fusion 360
Solidcam
Gibbscam
Powermill
Featurecam
Surfcam
Teamcenter PLM
Certifications And Training
- Kuiper GD&T certificate
- Cgtech Vericut Verification certificate
- Cgtech Vericut Machine and control building class
Timeline
Developmental CNC Programmer
Amazon LEO
10.2023 - Current
CNC Programmer
Vineburg machining Inc
08.2022 - 02.2023
Cnc Swiss Machinist
Graco Inc.
04.2022 - 08.2022
CNC Programmer
Applied engineering inc
10.2021 - 04.2022
Cnc Programmer, Project Manager Part Time
GEM Manufacturing/GGD LLC
05.2019 - 08.2023
CNC Programmer /Machinist
Vineburg Machining inc.
10.2018 - 09.2021
CNC Programmer /Machinist
Universal sonar mount/ Inertia labs
01.2017 - 10.2018
CNC Programmer/Machinist
Production Robotics
03.2013 - 12.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Machine Tool Technology
Chabot College