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Eric Franklin

Florence,AL

Summary

Skilled CNC Machinist with background in operating and maintaining CNC machines for precision manufacturing. Demonstrated ability to interpret blueprints, ensure quality control, and adhere to safety protocols. Possess key strengths in problem-solving, team collaboration, and process improvements that enhance efficiency and productivity within fast-paced environments. Notable impact made by reducing machine downtime through preventive maintenance and troubleshooting in previous roles.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNC Machinist Level 2 (Lead)

Tyler Union Waterworks
Anniston, Alabama
11.2021 - 05.2024
  • Oversee production and operations for an average of 15 operators on horizontal and vertical mills such as MAZAK, Toyoda, Doosan.
  • Responsible for setups and programming to ensure operators made a smooth and timely transition between parts.
  • Built basic probing, facing, drilling programs to be used on new machines or for parts we had never ran before.
  • Calculate and make adjustments to feeds/speeds for tooling to maximize tool life and ensure smooth surface finish.
  • Troubleshoot alarms and malfunctions of machines. Fix or diagnose in a speedy fashion to minimize downtime.
  • Organized fixturing and different areas of the shop with the goal of a more fluid and clutter free work environment by utilizing 5S.
  • Used knowledge of The Leaders Code to perpetuate accountability and ownership of safety and performance habits through a "lead by example" mentality.
  • End-of-shift report daily to upper management so supervisors and upper-management knew precisely what the strengths and weaknesses of my department were.
  • Fluent in M-Code, G-Code, precision measurement, blueprint reading, shop math.

CNC Machine Operator

Southeastern Tool & Die
Florence, Alabama
11.2019 - 11.2021
  • Checked and edited programs. Tool numbers, work offsets, speeds/feeds, coolant codes, etc.
  • Flattened and indicated parts in chuck using a test indicator. Used probe to indicate parts in our ring fixtures on our horizontal mills.
  • Chang tooling and tool lengths as recommended by programmed feeds/speeds for hardness of workpiece material.
  • Responsible for production on 4 MAZAK mills.

Roofing Foreman

All-American Roofing
Anniston, Alabama
08.2017 - 09.2019
  • Clear and concise communication with clients to ensure no misunderstandings and complete customer satisfaction.
  • Organized materials, tools, and equipment needed for each job.
  • Calculated and conservatively bid jobs to ensure competitive pricing and to keep the ball rolling for employees and their families.
  • Used leadership to keep employees encouraged and motivated to do the job safe and efficiently.

Education

GED -

Florence High School
Florence, AL
04-2010

Skills

  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Parts Fabrication
  • Production Planning
  • Equipment set up
  • Precision measurement
  • Problem-Solving
  • Tooling and fixtures

Certification

  • Professional Develpment (Leader's Code Course)
  • Level 2 CNC Machinist Certification (Alabama Technology Network)

Timeline

CNC Machinist Level 2 (Lead)

Tyler Union Waterworks
11.2021 - 05.2024

CNC Machine Operator

Southeastern Tool & Die
11.2019 - 11.2021

Roofing Foreman

All-American Roofing
08.2017 - 09.2019

GED -

Florence High School
Eric Franklin