Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Jacob McLean

Portsmouth,VA

Summary

Reliable Machinist skilled at reading and following complex drawings and standard operating procedures. Meticulous and systematic with excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Accomplished in manufacturing and producing precision parts within tolerance of .001 or less.

Overview

11
years of professional experience

Work History

Oceaneering International
Chesapeake, VA

Inside Machinist
04.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by adjusting feeds and speeds to meet the tools optimum cutting abilities.
  • Improved workplace safety by performing routine maintenance on machinery and ensuring all equipment was in proper working order.
  • Reduced waste and increased material utilization with precise measurement and cutting techniques.
  • Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machining issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
  • Maintained detailed records of completed jobs, tracking materials used and time spent on each project.
  • Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.

B Infantryman, U.S. Army National Guard
Suffolk, VA

Infantryman (11B)
01.2018 - Current

Job overview

  • Kept vehicles and critical equipment in peak operating condition with consistent upkeep.
  • Accounted for multi-million dollar inventories of equipment and supplies with no losses.
  • Maintained rifles, machine guns, and other sensitive items, verifying weapon locations and supporting unit operations.
  • Maintained peak physical condition to stay ready for challenging missions.
  • Set up combat positions and deployed forward weaponry in support of overall combat mission.
  • Patrolled restricted areas and authorized access for permitted personnel.
  • Led infantry team of 5-7 members in combat operations, providing tactical guidance for individuals with varying strengths.
  • Trained continuously on weaponry, tactics and maneuvers to maintain mission readiness.
  • Operated successfully under wide range of lighting, weather and stress conditions to complete missions.

NCG machine
Hampton, VA

CNC Machinist
05.2020 - 04.2023

Job overview

  • Set up, adjusted or operated basic or specialized machine tools to support precision machining operations.
  • Set-up and operated lathes, Haas and Fadal mills to cut raw materials.
  • Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
  • Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
  • Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process to ensure machine is running efficiently.
  • Followed written instructions to set up and operate manual equipment and computer-controlled production machines.
  • Adjusted offsets daily based on work orders and changing production needs.
  • Troubleshot machinery and programming issues to exceed production goals.
  • Maintained logs, lists and files and promptly completed necessary paperwork.
  • Performed routine maintenance on machines and monitored usage to reduce parts breakdown.
  • Developed solutions to wide range of complex technical problems to meet organizational objectives and deadlines.

Vision machine and fabrication
Hampton, VA

CNC Machinist
08.2019 - 05.2020

Job overview

  • Followed written instructions to set up and operate manual equipment as well as Haas mills and lathes.
  • Adjusted offsets daily based on work orders and changing production needs.
  • Observed machines for proper functioning and made adjustments to meet specifications and complete work orders on-time and under budget.
  • Worked from layout and work order, created programs and set up machines to produce required parts.
  • Selected appropriate speeds and feeds according to metal type and finish specifications.
  • Performed routine maintenance on machines and monitored usage to reduce parts breakdown.
  • Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport around the shop
  • Fabricated various parts using multiple machines at once.
  • Conducted equipment tests and inspections and made adjustments to maintain safety and functionality.

Triton Industries
Newport News, VA

Manual Machinist
06.2014 - 05.2019

Job overview

  • Selected appropriate speeds and feeds according to metal type and finish specifications.
  • Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
  • Operated hand tools, drill presses, and band saws, manual mills, manual lathes, and surface grinders.
  • Dismantled and inspected wax pattern dies to complete necessary adjustments and repairs.
  • Sharpened, replaced and tracked cutting tools to adhere to strict quality control and usage schedules.
  • Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport around shop.
  • Properly and safely selected, aligned, secured and removed holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials onto machines.
  • Selected appropriate machines and properly positioned or loaded materials.
  • Kept records of approved and defective units or final products.
  • Planned sequence of necessary actions for completion of each job.
  • Trained, directed and instructed apprentices and helpers to increase production levels and meet established goals.

Education

Isle of Wight Academy
Isle Of Wight, Va

High School Diploma
06.2014

University Overview

Skills

  • Solidworks (1 year)
  • Fusion 360 CAD/CAM (3 years)
  • CNC Programming (2 years)
  • Assembly
  • Forklift
  • Crane operator
  • Machine setups
  • Problem solving
  • Team Collaboration
  • Detail-oriented
  • CNC and manual equipment
  • Machine troubleshooting

Additional Information

Additional Information
  • Willing to relocate: Anywhere, Authorized to work in the US for any employer
  • Military Service , Branch: United States National Guard Rank: E-4 January 2018 to Present, Certifications and Licenses , Secret Clearance

Accomplishments

Accomplishments
  • Efficiently machined small and large parts to tolerances of .001 or less.

Timeline

Inside Machinist
Oceaneering International
04.2023 - Current
CNC Machinist
NCG machine
05.2020 - 04.2023
CNC Machinist
Vision machine and fabrication
08.2019 - 05.2020
Infantryman (11B)
B Infantryman, U.S. Army National Guard
01.2018 - Current
Manual Machinist
Triton Industries
06.2014 - 05.2019
Isle of Wight Academy
High School Diploma
Jacob McLean