Heath Porter
Lawrenceburg,IN
Summary
Accomplished Senior Machinist at Integra LifeSciences with expertise in CNC machine operation and a strong commitment to quality control. Successfully implemented process improvements that enhanced production efficiency and mentored junior machinists, fostering a culture of safety and excellence in precision machining. Proficient in GD&T and advanced blueprint reading.
Talented Machinist with Number years of experience setting up and operating machine tools to produce precision parts. Talented at assembling and disassembling equipment to create parts from various materials. Energetic and dedicated to completing each job to meet customer satisfaction standards.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Machinist
Integra LifeSciences
Cincinnati, Ohio
04.2015 - Current
- Set up and Operated CNC machines to produce precision medical components.
- Familiar with Haas vertical machining centers
- Familiar with Makino 4 axis horizontal machining center
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to refine machining processes for improved product consistency.
- Mentored junior machinists, providing training on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced production efficiency and reduced waste.
- Maintained accurate documentation of machining activities, including work orders and inspection records.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities for increased efficiency and cost savings.
Machinst
Ace Manufacturing
Cincinnati, OH
05.2002 - 02.2015
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to refine manufacturing processes and enhance efficiency.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lawrenceburg High School
Lawrenceburg, IN05-1996
Skills
Precision machining
Machine setup
OSHA safety regulations
Drilling operations
First-article inspection
Fixture design
Crane operation
ISO standards compliance
Optical comparators
Advanced blueprint reading
Milling machine operation
Coordinate measuring machines
GD&T expertise
Precise measuring
Machine operation
CNC machine operation
Part inspection
Caliper use
Manufacturing
Visual inspection
Fanuc controls
Blueprint reading
Quality control
Surface finishing
Troubleshooting
Production documentation
Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Deburring skills
Machine calibration
Tapping and milling
Tooling selection
Measurement tools
Drill press operation
Thread and plug gauges
De-burring
Drilling
Tooling and fixtures
Vertical boring machine operation
Timeline
Senior Machinist
Integra LifeSciences
04.2015 - Current
Machinst
Ace Manufacturing
05.2002 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
Lawrenceburg High School