James Thomas

• Reduced downtime for equipment by performing regular inspections and repairs.
• Collaborated with team members for efficient workflow and timely completion of projects.
• Maintained open communication with supervisors regarding any potential risks or concerns related to equipment performance or safety hazards.
• Displayed strong problem-solving abilities when encountering unforeseen challenges during routine die maintenance operations.

New model die builds,installation and maturation

Traveled to Honda plants for troubleshooting and installs,using die modeling software and fixture layouts to put parts into desired specs.

Experience in aluminum stamping,

Knowledge of honda engineering standards

• Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards.
• Supported project completion on time and within budget by consistently meeting deadlines for assigned tasks.
• Provided technical support for engineering projects to support accuracy and deadline management.
• Assisted with design and implementation of new engineering processes and procedures to optimize productivity.

• Ensured consistent production quality by conducting thorough inspections of dies and other tooling equipment.
• Adjusted and ground dies, tools and parts after production to assure quality control and usability.
• Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders and emery cloths.
• Assembled, maintained, and operated drill presses to drill holes in products throughout assembly.

Tool and die repair,welding,grinding and spotting

Press troubleshooting,formability

Crane use and toolroom machining