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Gene Popp

Wausau,WI

Summary

Experienced Manufacturing professional skilled in operating grinders, lathes and various CNC machines in fast-paced production and maintenance environments. Dependable and reliable with expertise in monitoring telemetry, changing out tooling and loading materials.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

CNC Operator

Wausau Window And Wall Systems
05.2018 - Current
  • Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
  • Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition.
  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
  • Performed accurate tool changes and offsets.

Quality Control Technician

G3 Industries Inc.
01.2018 - 04.2018
  • Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
  • Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
  • Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
  • Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.

Machine Operator

Roastar
06.2014 - 01.2018
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.

Tow Truck Driver

Eastbay
07.2011 - 05.2014
  • Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
  • Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.

Volunteer

REGI
04.2006 - 10.2012
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.

Construction Laborer

AK Concrete
06.2010 - 08.2010
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
  • Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.

Education

Journeymen CNC Technician - Apprenticeship

Northcentral Technical College
Wausau, WI
12.2023

High School Diploma -

Wausau East High School
Wausau, WI
06.2011

Skills

  • Personnel Records
  • Lathe Machine Operation
  • Improving Product Quality
  • Bonding Processes
  • Machine, Tooling and Parts Cleaning
  • Quality Control
  • Machine Setups
  • AutoDesk AutoCAD Software
  • Milling Machines
  • CNC and Manual Equipment
  • Lockout and Tagout Processes

Timeline

CNC Operator

Wausau Window And Wall Systems
05.2018 - Current

Quality Control Technician

G3 Industries Inc.
01.2018 - 04.2018

Machine Operator

Roastar
06.2014 - 01.2018

Tow Truck Driver

Eastbay
07.2011 - 05.2014

Construction Laborer

AK Concrete
06.2010 - 08.2010

Volunteer

REGI
04.2006 - 10.2012

Journeymen CNC Technician - Apprenticeship

Northcentral Technical College

High School Diploma -

Wausau East High School
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