Felix Patlan
Ennis,TX
Summary
Accomplished Quality and Production Supervisor with a proven track record at Shilen Rifles Inc., where I spearheaded new product lines and enhanced manufacturing processes. Expert in CNC and manual equipment, I significantly improved operational efficiency and accuracy. My leadership and machine troubleshooting skills led to increased customer satisfaction and business growth, demonstrating a strong blend of technical proficiency and team management. Versatile Production Supervisor knowledgeable about equipment operation, and quality standards. Streamlines workflow to maintain productivity and proactively addresses challenges to minimize downtime. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality and Production Supervisor
Shilen Rifles Inc.
10.2009 - 10.2024
- Worked directly with management to develop new product lines and manufacturing processes.
- Represented the company at trade shows and shooting competitions to interact with current and potential customers.
- Evaluated team member performance regularly to identify and resolve productivity concerns.
- Prepared in advance for production problems, material deficits, equipment failures, and unavoidable delays.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Trained employees to manufacture rifle barrels.
- Supervised and managed in the acquisition and remodel of the company's 25,000 sq ft manufacturing facility
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated CNC and manual lathes, mills and drill presses to produce precision machined components.
- Trained and mentored new and existing machinists on proper machining techniques.
- Inspected incoming materials for hardness and quality.
CNC Machinist
Metro Sprocket & Gear
02.2004 - 02.2009
- Setup and operate Okuma CNC lathes.
- Created CNC programs using One Touch IGF
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
- Studied sample parts, blueprints or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.
Machinist /Production Supervisor
Shilen Rifles Inc.
06.1994 - 02.2004
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Use G code programming for Fanuc controllers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ennis High School
Ennis, TX06-1993
Skills
- CNC and manual equipment
- Assembly and production
- Manufacturing
- Machine troubleshooting
- Machine setup
- Fanuc controls
- Production Planning
- Preventive Maintenance
- Quality Control
- Precision measuring instrument operations
- ADA compliance
- Solidworks
- Coreldraw
Timeline
Quality and Production Supervisor
Shilen Rifles Inc.
10.2009 - 10.2024
CNC Machinist
Metro Sprocket & Gear
02.2004 - 02.2009
Machinist /Production Supervisor
Shilen Rifles Inc.
06.1994 - 02.2004
High School Diploma -
Ennis High School
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