Jacob Caldwell
Smiths Creek,MI
Summary
Looking for long-term full-time employment. I am willing to learn any job and perform any task necessary to excel.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machinist
Rocktech Systems
New Baltimore, Michigan
03.2024 - Current
- Operated CNC milling machines to produce precision parts for various applications.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate machining processes.
- Conducted regular maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and improve production efficiency.
- Monitored and adjusted machine settings for quality control during production runs.
- Assisted in training new machinists on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Implemented best practices for tool selection and setup, enhancing machining accuracy.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to promote workplace safety standards.
- Trained new employees on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
- Inspected finished products to determine conformance to customer specifications before they were shipped out.
- Troubleshot and resolved problems that occurred during operation of the CNC mill machine.
- Performed quality checks on machined parts against blueprints or drawings using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
- Operated multiple CNC mills simultaneously while ensuring accuracy and quality control standards were met.
- Adjusted tooling and fixtures as needed to ensure proper fit-up of parts being machined.
- Replaced dull cutting tools with sharp ones when necessary for optimal performance of the CNC mill machine.
- Set up CNC mill machine to perform operations such as drilling, tapping, facing, and cutting.
CNC Mill Machinist
Crescent Pattern
Royal Oak, Michigan
02.2019 - 03.2024
- Operated CNC milling machines to produce precision parts for various applications.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate machining processes.
- Implemented best practices for tool selection and setup, enhancing machining accuracy.
- Inspected finished products to determine conformance to customer specifications before they were shipped out.
- Suggested modifications or improvements in existing programs for better results.
Fabrication Welder
Corson Fabricating
St. Clair, MI
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for project specifications.
- Maintained welding equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Assisted in training junior welders on best practices and safety protocols.
- Operated forklifts and other machinery for material handling tasks.
- Fabricated metal components and structures according to blueprints, drawings, and written specifications.
- Operated MIG welding equipment to join metal parts efficiently.
Receiving Warehouse Handler
On Board Soltions
Mount Clemens, Michigan
04.2016 - 08.2016
- Operated forklifts to safely maneuver products and materials within warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring proper placement and organization.
- Maintained inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and stock checks.
- Adhered to safety protocols to uphold a secure working environment.
- Utilized warehouse management software for tracking inventory and shipments efficiently.
Royal Oak Boring
Port Huron, MI
05.2015 - 02.2016
- CNC operator, machined Cummins engine block to print tolerances, checked parts for quality with the use of bore gages, pin gages and indicators, packaged engine blocks for shipment, clean and up keep of the machine and work area, machine maintenance, crane operator, and Hilo driver.
Rocktech Systems
New Baltimore, MI
12.2014 - 04.2015
- Press operator, built quality automotive parts, trouble shoot machines, quality control, worked as a team and on occasion independently.
Material Handling Technologies (MHT)
New Haven, MI
04.2014 - 08.2014
- MIG welder, preformed upkeep on machines, preformed quality inspections and control. Worked as a team as well as independently, and manage safety equipment.
EPC
St. Clair, MI
10.2013 - 04.2014
- Plastic injection molding press operator, clean and kept up with the machine and work area and managed material.
Valiant Industries Inc
Sterling Heights, MI
09.2011 - 05.2013
- Machinist apprentice, crane operator, Hilo driver, delivery driver, saw hand, welder, general purpose shop hand. Prototype and some production automotive parts, for consumer companies and some military agencies. Valiant specialized in drive train parts from engine blocks to cutting gears on a variety of Cincinnati Vertical mills, Mori Seiki mills, and a few others, along with different CNC lathes and grinders.
Education
High School Diploma -
St. Clair High School
St. Clair, MI05-2011
Skills
- Precision machining
- Equipment maintenance
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Quality control inspections
- Safety protocol adherence
- Inventory management
- Tool selection strategies
- Training and mentoring
- Attention to detail
- Forklift operation
- Material handling
- Order pulling and preparation
- Truck loading and unloading
- Safe forklift operation
- Shipment receiving
- High rack storage
- Warehouse organization
Timeline
CNC Machinist
Rocktech Systems
03.2024 - Current
CNC Mill Machinist
Crescent Pattern
02.2019 - 03.2024
Fabrication Welder
Corson Fabricating
08.2016 - 08.2018
Receiving Warehouse Handler
On Board Soltions
04.2016 - 08.2016
Royal Oak Boring
05.2015 - 02.2016
Rocktech Systems
12.2014 - 04.2015
Material Handling Technologies (MHT)
04.2014 - 08.2014
EPC
10.2013 - 04.2014
Valiant Industries Inc
09.2011 - 05.2013
High School Diploma -
St. Clair High School