James Sutton
Titusville,PA
Summary
Machinist and Aerospace Ground Equipment Journeyman with experience at Roser Technologies Institute and the USAF. Excelled in equipment operation, CNC machinery, and precision measuring. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to quality, leveraging skills in mechanical drawing interpretation and equipment monitoring for continuous improvement.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist
Roser Technologies Institute
Titusville, PA
08.2024 - Current
- Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
- Monitored machine while working to adjust feed, maintain temperature and identify issues.
- Aligned components for assembly according to blueprint specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers or dial indicators.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
Assembly Laborer
Roser Technologies Institute
Titusville, PA
10.2021 - 08.2024
- Evaluated and completely broke down segments from contracted steel mills to later be rebuilt to orginal state.
- Used ID mics and OD mics to properly gap and shim rolls to the spec indicated by the print.
- Utilized multiple types of tools, such as oxyacetylene torches, pneumatic tools, and a large diversity of hand tools, to complete quality rebuilds in a timely manner.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
Aerospace Ground Equipment Journeyman
USAF
Ellsworth AFB , SD
09.2013 - 09.2019
- Updated maintenance and repair logs according to services performed and submitted reports to supervisors for review.
- Read and understood directives, manuals, diagrams and schematics to perform accurate work.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Tested components and systems using a variety of hand tools, gauges and test equipment.
- Inspected and repaired aviation ground support equipment, power plants, mechanical and hydraulic systems, fuel and ignition systems and rotor assemblies.
- Repaired electrical system components including generators, starters, alternators, batteries.
- Inspected AGE prior to flight operations for proper functioning according to established procedures.
- Identified potential safety hazards associated with the operation of Aerospace Ground Equipment and took corrective action when necessary.
- Used diagnostics and troubleshooting tools to identify failures and equipment issues.
- Conducted daily inspections on assigned equipment including completion of appropriate paperwork for record keeping purposes.
Education
Certificate - CNC MAchining
University of Pittsburgh
Titusville, PA09-2024
Certificate - Basic Machining
University of Pittsburgh
Titusville, PA06-2024
License - Pennsylvania Vehicle Inspection License
Venango Technology Institute
Oil City, PA05-2024
Certificate - Universal CFC/HCFC Refrigerant Processing
DOD EPA
Online04-2014
Skills
- Equipment operation
- CNC and manual equipment
- Assembly and production
- Equipment monitoring
- Vertical boring machine operation
- Mechanical drawing interpretation
- Fanuc controls
- Welding knowledge
- Tool wear analysis
- Part alignment
- Precise measuring
- CNC operation
- Caliper use
- ID/OD mics use
- Depth gauge use
Timeline
Machinist
Roser Technologies Institute
08.2024 - Current
Assembly Laborer
Roser Technologies Institute
10.2021 - 08.2024
Aerospace Ground Equipment Journeyman
USAF
09.2013 - 09.2019
Certificate - CNC MAchining
University of Pittsburgh
Certificate - Basic Machining
University of Pittsburgh
License - Pennsylvania Vehicle Inspection License
Venango Technology Institute
Certificate - Universal CFC/HCFC Refrigerant Processing
DOD EPA
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