Gerald Monsees
Rochester,United States
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Rochester Precision Machining LLC
Rochester,New York
06.2017 - Current
- I am the only person working here.I am a small precision machine shop,that means I have to take care of all duties involved in running a business on a daily basis.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Machinist/CNC Machinist
MITCHELL MACHINE AND TOOL
Rochester,New York
04.2011 - 07.2017
- My job was to program, set up and operate two CNC Lathes.The controls I am very familiar with are Mazak Turning and Okuma controls.I have also used Fanuc controls.I machine Parts from materials such as plastic to exotic Inconel.The size of the parts vary from 1/4 inch up to 22 inches in diameter, mostly with +/- .005 tolerances
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Increased production efficiency by closely studying blueprints for accurate machine programming.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- If there are second operations sometimes I will use a CNC Mill with Cimatron programming to complete the job.My job also consists of helping with quoting and machine maintenance.
Vice President
AZTEC MANUFACTURING OF ROCHESTER
Rochester,New York
09.1992 - 04.2011
- My duties at Aztec ranged from top to bottom.Being involved in a small family business I would do a range of cleaning to instructing and supervising employees to programming, setting up and operating CNC machines
- Quoting and sales was a daily part of my duties
- I was also involved in the daily decisions and office operations involved in running a business.
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
- Employed optimal safety practices to reduce worksite complaints and hazards.
- Streamlined operations to maximize business efficiency and profits.
- Fostered new business through participation in trade shows and initiating communications with prospective clients via phone and email .
Ammunition Technician/2311
UNITED STATES MARINE CORP
Camp Lejeune,North Carolina
02.1991 - 08.1992
- Managed receipt, storage and issue of ammunition processes.During the Gulf war I worked with The Naval Intelligence Service / NIS and other Marines from the Explosive Ordnance Disposal Teams, taking x-rays and documenting confiscated explosives and ammunition
- Other duties were also to do armed security of the ammunition supply point that I was assigned to.
- Accurately completed all paperwork and documentation related to receiving and transfer of ammunition.
- Trained personnel on safe ammunition handling to prevent injuries and accidents.
- Supervised personnel and offered extensive mentoring and training assistance.
- Handled inspection, inventory and issuance of ammunition to teams of Marines.
- Coordinated with other military units and agencies to support operations and align with mission.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Carpenter
CHARLES WEITZ CONSTRUCTION
Rochester,New York
06.1987 - 02.1991
- Framed new construction of single-family homes and townhomes.Worked with other carpenters on projects and tasks .Set windows and doors, layouts for stairs and common rafters.Operated circular saws, reciprocating saws and pneumatic equipment.Installed floor joists, trusses and rafters
- I would also do other work such as drywall installation, insulation installation, roofing, siding, build decks and other carpentry projects.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Measured, drilled and sawed materials to perform successful home improvements.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
Education
Missile and Munitions School
Huntsville, AL01.1991
High School Diploma -
Hilton High School
Hilton, NY06.1989
Skills
- 25 years plus mfg&operations (10 years)
- Mazatrol (9 years)
- GD&T (10 years)
- Blueprint reading (10 years)
- CNC Lathe (10 years)
- Software Troubleshooting (10 years)
- Quality Assurance (10 years)
- Mechanical Knowledge (10 years)
- Production Planning (10 years)
- Operational Reporting
- Financial Planning
- Sales Negotiation
- Mechanical Recoveries
- Personnel Management
- Hiring
- Documentation and Reporting
- Negotiation
Personal Information
- Military Service Branch: USMC
- Military Service Rank: Lance Corporal
Enjoys the outdoors,hunting ,fishing,and golfing.
I am a life long outdorrsman.I enjoy being in the woods or having a secret fishing spot all to myself.I also enjoy a round of golf.Getting together with friends or family and relaxing and enjoying the day.
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Rochester Precision Machining LLC
06.2017 - Current
Machinist/CNC Machinist
MITCHELL MACHINE AND TOOL
04.2011 - 07.2017
Vice President
AZTEC MANUFACTURING OF ROCHESTER
09.1992 - 04.2011
Ammunition Technician/2311
UNITED STATES MARINE CORP
02.1991 - 08.1992
Carpenter
CHARLES WEITZ CONSTRUCTION
06.1987 - 02.1991
Missile and Munitions School
High School Diploma -
Hilton High School