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Jason Collins

New Boston,MI

Summary

Accomplished Machinist and Process Engineer with a proven track record at Metro Machine Works, enhancing production efficiency through innovative machining techniques and process optimizations. Expert in CNC operation and mechanical troubleshooting, I excel in team leadership and precise project execution, ensuring top-quality manufacturing outcomes. Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Machinist

Liebherr - Aerospace
09.2016 - Current
  • Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
  • Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
  • Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
  • Reduced error and non-conformances with by utilizing fixtures and cutting tools on CNC machines.
  • Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
  • Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
  • Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
  • Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
  • Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
  • Calibrated and aligned machine components for proper functioning.
  • Established machining parameters and test runs for new parts and components.
  • Utilized CAD and CAM software to design tool paths, select cutting tools and set machine parameters.
  • Developed jigs, fixtures and tooling to meet production requirements.
  • Researched and identified new machining technologies and techniques.
  • Devised and implemented process improvements to enhance production.
  • Operated CNC and manual lathes, mills and drill presses to produce precision machined components.
  • Adapted quickly to new and changing technologies in machining field.
  • Repaired and maintained machine tools, fixtures and other production equipment.
  • Collaborated with engineers and other machinists to develop optimal machining processes.
  • Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
  • Inspected and measured machined parts for conformance to specified tolerances.
  • Studied sample parts, blueprints or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.
  • Trained and mentored new and existing machinists on proper machining techniques.
  • Recommended adjustments to production processes to optimize product quality.

Process Engineer

Metro Machine Works
07.2012 - 06.2016
  • Created process simulations to test operational outcomes without causing service disruptions.
  • Managed third-party contractors, inspecting completed work and ongoing efforts to confirm quality and adherence to prescribed guidelines.
  • Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
  • Developed documentation, diagrams, and specifications to meet project requirements and regulatory standards.
  • Coached newly hired employees and interns while observing progress and delegating tasks.
  • Participated in project reviews to enable ongoing status tracking and reporting.
  • Reviewed processes, identifying areas requiring improvement.
  • Met weekly with team members to discuss project implementations and alleviate any issues.
  • Monitored and optimized production processes to increase throughput and improve quality.
  • Conducted evaluations of equipment and machinery to verify optimal performance and efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented process improvements to reduce costs and increase efficiency in industrial production.
  • Selected manufacturing methods, fabrication and operations to develop and coordinate production.
  • Utilized CAD and CAM software to design tool paths, select cutting tools and set machine parameters.
  • Developed jigs, fixtures and tooling to meet production requirements.
  • Researched and identified new machining technologies and techniques.

Machinist

Metro Machine Works
05.1995 - 07.2012
  • Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
  • Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
  • Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
  • Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
  • Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
  • Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
  • Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
  • Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
  • Established machining parameters and test runs for new parts and components.
  • Operated CNC and manual lathes, mills and drill presses to produce precision machined components.
  • Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
  • Inspected and measured machined parts for conformance to specified tolerances.
  • Trained and mentored new and existing machinists on proper machining techniques.
  • Recommended adjustments to production processes to optimize product quality.

Education

No Degree - Residential Electrical, Electronics

Wayne County Community College District
Detroit, MI

Some College (No Degree) - CAD CAM Technician

Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI

High School Diploma -

John F Kennedy High School, Taylor MI
Taylor, MI
05.1993

Skills

  • Blueprint Reading
  • Precision machining
  • CNC Machine Operation
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Machine setup
  • Lathe Operation
  • Fixture design

Timeline

Machinist

Liebherr - Aerospace
09.2016 - Current

Process Engineer

Metro Machine Works
07.2012 - 06.2016

Machinist

Metro Machine Works
05.1995 - 07.2012

No Degree - Residential Electrical, Electronics

Wayne County Community College District

Some College (No Degree) - CAD CAM Technician

Henry Ford College

High School Diploma -

John F Kennedy High School, Taylor MI
Jason Collins
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