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George Oakes

Chippewa Falls

Summary

Accomplished machinist with extensive experience at Nordson, skilled in precision machining and machine operation. Proven ability to enhance safety and streamline processes, achieving significant improvements in efficiency. Proficient in blueprint reading and troubleshooting, consistently delivering high-quality results while fostering a collaborative work environment.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Machinist

Pro-cise
10.2024 - Current

Working on various number of vertical maching centers including Johnford, Haas, and also a Makino A51 horizontal machining center with two pallets. At my position I build parts for paint lifts and mill a lot of weldments

Machinist

Nordson
10.1998 - 02.2023

At Nordson I ran a various number of machines all with there own job specifications. The machines I ran there include Komo, Makino, Viper, Femco, Johnford, and FPT. I also ran Mattson surface grinders ranging from 6' tables up to 16' tables. I also ran a Coburg full rotation surface grinder that was CNC operated.

Grinder

Wissota Tool
06.1993 - 10.1998
  • Enhanced safety in the workplace by following established guidelines and procedures for grinder operation.
  • Completed deburring, buffing and polishing materials according to strict tolerances.
  • Streamlined operations by identifying areas for improvement within the grinding process, making necessary adjustments as needed.
  • Supported quality control efforts by performing routine inspections on finished products and adjusting work accordingly to adhere to strict tolerances.

Education

Machine Tool Tech - Machinist

Chippewa Valley Technical College
Eau Claire, WI

Skills

  • Blueprint reading
  • Machine operation
  • Troubleshooting
  • Lathe operation
  • Precision machining
  • Machine setup
  • Manual milling

Timeline

Machinist

Pro-cise
10.2024 - Current

Machinist

Nordson
10.1998 - 02.2023

Grinder

Wissota Tool
06.1993 - 10.1998

Machine Tool Tech - Machinist

Chippewa Valley Technical College
George Oakes