Floyd Root
Indianapolis
Summary
Dynamic machinist with proven expertise at GMI Corporation, adept in precision machining and CNC operation. Recognized for achieving tight tolerances and enhancing production efficiency through effective machine setup and troubleshooting. Flexible and adaptable, I thrive in fast-paced environments, consistently delivering high-quality results while collaborating with team members to optimize processes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machinist
GMI Corporation
10.2003 - Current
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
- Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Achieved tight tolerances by carefully calibrating machines before beginning each job.
- Adapted to rapidly changing production needs, quickly learning new machining techniques and technologies.
- Mastered various machining operations, including milling, drilling, and turning, to expand production capabilities.
- Utilized CAD and CAM software to design tool paths, select cutting tools and set machine parameters.
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Machine operation
- Troubleshooting
- Precision machining
- Machine setup
- Visual inspection
- Quality control
- Precise measuring
- CNC machine operation
- Machine maintenance
- Caliper use
- Equipment operation
- Mechanical drawing interpretation
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- CNC operation
- Thread cutting
- Deburring skills
- Sawing and sanding
- Drilling operations
- Computer numerical control programming
- Tool sharpening
- Flexible and adaptable
- Small metal parts manufacturing
Certification
Esprit swiss and mill turn CAD/CAM
Timeline
Machinist
GMI Corporation
10.2003 - Current
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