James Munoz
Corona,CA
Summary
Hardworking Manual Machinist possessing sound knowledge of machine tools and unique aspects,including repair,design and maintenance. Over 30 years of experience operating and maintaining Milling and Turning equipment. Offering an in-depth understanding of design techniques and technical drawings, with outstanding problem solving skills focused on driving continuous improvement through innovative ideas and methods. Offering strong attention to detail, skill in reading blueprints and excellent attendance record. Excels at reviewing work orders and running several machines simultaneously in 5S environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist
Nikkiso ACD
TUSTI, CA
12.2022 - Current
- Work closely with engineering staff on product design changes in order to ensure manufacturability at the highest level possible.
- Read blueprints or job orders to determine dimensions of finished work pieces and tooling instructions such as feeds, speeds and depths of cuts.
- Adapt quickly to changing customer demands by adjusting production processes accordingly.
- Set up and operate conventional machines to perform a variety of machining operations such as drilling, tapping, reaming, and threading.
- Inspect parts for conformance with specifications using precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, gauges.
- Train less experienced personnel in the safe use of machines and equipment according to established policies and procedures.
- Ensure that all safety procedures are followed while operating machinery.
- Select appropriate cutting tools for various materials including high-speed steel and carbide tipped tools.
- Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
- Maintained logs, lists and files and promptly completed necessary paperwork.
- Calculated dimensions or tolerances using micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Read and followed blueprints, diagrams and drawings to fabricate products.
- Inspected material after completion for accurate measurements of dimensions.
- Measured, laid out and marked metal stock to display placement of cuts.
- Designed fixtures, tooling or experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.
- Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining processes.
- Aligned and secured holding fixtures, cutting tools and attachments onto machines.
Machinist
Flowserve
Vernon, CA
07.2022 - 12.2022
- 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.
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
- Inspected material after completion for accurate measurements of dimensions.
- Aligned and secured holding fixtures, cutting tools and attachments onto machines.
- Calculated dimensions or tolerances using micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Set up, adjusted and operated basic or specialized machine tools to perform precision machining operations.
Machinist
National Oilwell Varco, NOV
Orange, CA
11.2011 - 07.2022
- Worked closely with engineering teams to develop new tools and fixtures for production purposes.
- Conducted regular inspections of tooling components to identify potential problems before they occur.
- Maintained detailed records of all tooling repairs and modifications.
- Provided technical advice and support to other technicians in the department.
- Analyzed and resolved complex tooling issues, including troubleshooting and repairing equipment.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools, measuring devices, gauges, and precision instruments during daily operations.
- Trained personnel on the safe operation of various types of tooling and machines.
- Calibrated cutting tools and ensured accuracy according to established standards.
- Monitored inventory levels of spare parts to ensure adequate stock levels were maintained at all times.
- Set up and operated machine shop tools.
- Maintained strong quality assurance standards by using precision measuring equipment to verify accuracy of fabricated items.
Education
High School Diploma -
Huntington Park High School
Los Angeles, CA06-1987
Some College (No Degree) -
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CAC School Certificate NEC-4402 -
U.S. Navy Advance Machinist School
San Diego, CASkills
- Blueprint reading
- Machine operation
- Precision measurement
- Tool selection
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Manual milling
- Lathe operation
- Boring operations
- Troubleshooting
- Large lathe operation
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Precise measuring
- Machine setup
- Fixture setup
- Tapping and milling
- Quality control
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Machinist
Nikkiso ACD
12.2022 - Current
Machinist
Flowserve
07.2022 - 12.2022
Machinist
National Oilwell Varco, NOV
11.2011 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Huntington Park High School
Some College (No Degree) -
East Los Angeles College
C School Certificate NEC-4402 -
U.S. Navy Advance Machinist School
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