Gregory Hopper
Lexington,USA
Summary
A Hard working and reliable employee focused on going above and beyond to support the team and serve customers. Trained in automotive and offering top notch managing abilities. Motivated to continue to learn and grow as a professional.
Experienced in setting up, programming, and operating cnc machinery to produce high-quality parts according to specifications. Highly organized and hardworking with collaborative nature, good follow-through and excellent listening skills. Reads and understands technical documentation.
Versatile professional operates wide range of machines quickly and accurately. Performance-driven and skilled in bonding and finishing pieces. Maintains highest level of safety and cleanliness in and around production and assembly areas.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNC Machine Operator
Wabtec
Lexington, TN
02.2025 - Current
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision components for transportation systems.
- Monitored machine performance and adjusted settings for optimal production quality.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate machining processes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on CNC equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve machining issues promptly.
- Utilized measuring instruments to verify dimensions of finished parts consistently.
- Adhered to safety protocols and maintained a clean work environment daily.
- Documented production activities and maintained accurate logs for compliance purposes.
- Maintained quality control by inspecting parts for conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
- Achieved safety, quality, and performance standards to meet production schedules.
- Operated multiple CNC machines simultaneously while adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Set up and operated CNC machines to perform repetitive machining operations on a variety of materials according to specifications.
- Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run parts and sample works with micrometers, calipers or other measuring instruments.
- Set controls to regulate speed, feed and coolant flow.
- Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance tasks on CNC machinery.
- Performed minor maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating machines.
- Monitored machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece.
- Worked with supervisor to debug and develop production processes and learn machine set-up skills.
- Maintained production tooling by replacing and grinding worn tools.
- Troubleshot issues related to tooling or programming errors using problem solving techniques.
Business Owner
Royal Piston Garage
Sardis, US
01.2021 - Current
- Shop owner and executive creator behind projects.
Assembly Technician
Young Touchstone
Lexington, US
02.2020 - 07.2020
- Assembled large products with quality checks using heavy equipment and a variety of hand tools.
Detailer
Jones Chevrolet
Lexington, US
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Preformed routine cleaning with extreme detail with preparations for photos and service.
- Improved production rates by over 100%.
- Assisted with service and general maintenance through the repairs of automobiles and the shop as well.
- Was tasked in spare time to assist with keeping a clean and organized work space for all employees as well to manage transport and intake of new cars as well as customers.
Assembler
Adient LLC
Lexington, US
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Was tasked with meeting production rates at a station of robot welders as well as inspection of welds, along with paperwork.
- Maintenance of three robotic welders, and leading a team to successfully keep target numbers met.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and compliance with standards.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal working conditions on the assembly line.
- Trained new hires on assembly techniques and safety guidelines effectively.
- Position parts in jigs or fixtures for fastening with bolts, screws, rivets, or other fasteners.
Shop Foreman
American Powersports
Adamsville, US
01.2014 - 02.2018
- Tasked with repairs and maintenance of all products in the shop as well as customer service and logistics along with management of technicians.
Education
High school or equivalent - Nursing/science
Scotts Hill High School
Reagan, TNSkills
- Documentation
- Process Payments
- Improve Performance
- Assemble Machinery
- Serve customers
- Management
- Auto Detailer
- Detail
- Detailing
- Car Wash
- Computer Skills
- Money Handling
- Time Management
- Management Experience
- Valet Parking
- Oil Change
- Mechanic Experience
- Brake Repair
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Lawn Care
- Money Handling (10 years)
- Automotive Repair
- Communication skills
- Computer skills
- Cash handling
- Customer service
- Driving
- Leadership
- Cash register
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Quality Control
- Blueprint interpretation
- Machine setup
- CNC programming
- Quality inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Tooling replacement
Certification
Driver's License, 01/17, 01/25
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US
Timeline
CNC Machine Operator
Wabtec
02.2025 - Current
Business Owner
Royal Piston Garage
01.2021 - Current
Assembly Technician
Young Touchstone
02.2020 - 07.2020
Detailer
Jones Chevrolet
09.2019 - 12.2019
Assembler
Adient LLC
07.2019 - 09.2019
Shop Foreman
American Powersports
01.2014 - 02.2018
High school or equivalent - Nursing/science
Scotts Hill High School