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James Fruge
CNC Machinist
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Skilled machinist with background in precision parts manufacturing and tooling. Strengths lie in reading blueprints, performing quality checks, and maintaining machinery to ensure optimal performance. Previous roles have emphasized continuous improvement efforts, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency and product quality with 2 years of experience in Manual Mill and Horizontal Mill Machines. Dependable CNC Machinist knowledgeable about inputting commands, setting tolerances and maintaining equipment. Dedicated to craft and always looking for opportunities to produce better components and reduce breakdowns or other problems impacting production results. Skilled in tooling changeover, equipment set up and sequence planning.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machinist
Expro
Lafayette , La
07.2025 - Current
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Studied changing production and daily work orders to adjust offsets correctly.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
Mill Machinist
The David Round Company
Streetsboro, Ohio
06.2023 - 07.2025
- Operated various machining tools to fabricate metal components.
- Learned to read and interpret technical blueprints and schematics.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow processes.
- Followed strict safety protocols when handling tools and equipment.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
- Sharpened, replaced and tracked cutting tools to adhere to strict quality control and usage schedules.
- Kept accurate records regarding production numbers and any repairs performed on machinery.
Anti-tank Missile Gunner
United States Marine Corps
Kaneohe, Hawaii
12.2020 - 12.2024
- Operated artillery systems during training exercises and live-fire operations.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure effective weapon deployment and maintenance.
- Conducted thorough inspections of equipment to maintain operational readiness and safety.
- Trained junior Marines on weapon handling and safety protocols for optimal performance.
- Communicated effectively with leadership to coordinate mission objectives and strategies.
- Participated in after-action reviews to enhance future operational effectiveness and readiness.
- Monitored operational readiness levels of assigned weapon systems within a unit.
- Repaired malfunctioning weapons or parts as needed using special tools or equipment.
- Participated in field exercises involving simulated battle scenarios.
- Maintained accountability of ammunition and explosives in accordance with regulations.
- Operated surveillance, electronic warfare and other weapon systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crowley High School
Crowley, LA05-2020
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Quality control
- Tool sharpening
- Equipment maintenance
- Machine operation
- Manufacturing processes
- Training and mentoring
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Safety compliance
- Machine set up
- CNC mill operation
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- In-process inspection
Timeline
CNC Machinist
Expro
07.2025 - Current
Mill Machinist
The David Round Company
06.2023 - 07.2025
Anti-tank Missile Gunner
United States Marine Corps
12.2020 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
Crowley High School