Erik Richards
Hope,IN
Summary
Lead CAD Programmer with extensive expertise in machine programming and CAD design. Demonstrated success in optimizing production schedules and ensuring quality assurance. Strong focus on safety compliance and process improvement.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead CAD Programmer
Kloeckner Metals
Indianapolis, Indiana
11.2011 - Current
- Converted sales orders into production vouchers for machine operators.
- Utilized Visual CADD 7.0 to design burn parts for burn tables.
- Nested parts using Romac Nest and ProNest 2023 for optimal utilization on shears and press brakes.
- Managed and maintained a plate processing schedules to establish completion and shipping dates for orders.
- Demonstrated knowledge of materials and machine capabilities within operations department.
- Collaborate with Sales Manager, Sales staff, Production Manager & Operations Manager to optimize procedures meeting customer needs and expectations
Yard Attendant
Geiger & Peters
Indianapolis, Indiana
02.2011 - 11.2011
- Operated yard equipment and vehicles while ensuring safe handling and efficient use.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization within yard inventory areas.
- Utilized overhead cranes for unloading deliveries and loading materials to production equipment.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials using forklifts and other equipment.
- Received and verified accuracy of deliveries against invoices.
- Interpreted cut lists to select appropriate materials for production needs.
- Implemented safety protocols to secure a safe working environment for all staff.
Yard Supervisor
Steel Supply & Engineering
Indianapolis, Indiana
11.2008 - 05.2011
- Supervised yard operations to uphold safety and efficiency standards.
- Trained staff on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Coordinated logistics and scheduling for shipments in and out.
- Collaborated with team members to address operational issues swiftly.
- Enforced safety policies and employee conduct regulations effectively.
- Assigned tasks to personnel aligned with skillsets and qualifications.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company procedures.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality assurance against vendor specifications.
Shop Superintendent
Cape Coral Steel
Hope, IN
12.2000 - 11.2008
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflows and compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated staff scheduling to meet production demands effectively.
- Trained new employees on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency within the shop.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production goals with company objectives.
- Conducted regular inspections for quality control compliance.
- Developed operational plans optimizing resource use while meeting customer delivery dates.
- Directed personnel activities related to repair, maintenance, and installation of machinery.
Education
Associate Of Science (AS) - General Studies
Vincennes University
Vincennes, Indiana, IN05-1987
Diploma - General Curriculum
Columbus North High School
Columbus, IN05-1985
Skills
- Machine programming and CAD design
- Nesting software proficiency
- Production scheduling and quality assurance
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Employee training
- Logistics coordination
- Detail orientation
- Loading and unloading operations
- Scheduling expertise
- Package inspection and tracking
- Shipping and receiving logistics
- Attention to detail
- Material handling equipment operation
- Reliability and punctuality
- Product knowledge
Timeline
Lead CAD Programmer
Kloeckner Metals
11.2011 - Current
Yard Attendant
Geiger & Peters
02.2011 - 11.2011
Yard Supervisor
Steel Supply & Engineering
11.2008 - 05.2011
Shop Superintendent
Cape Coral Steel
12.2000 - 11.2008
Associate Of Science (AS) - General Studies
Vincennes University
Diploma - General Curriculum
Columbus North High School