Jason Cupp

Lead Machinist

Metalorking Solutions

Chattanooga, TN

03.2021 - Current

Operated CNC machines to produce precision metal components efficiently.
Led team in interpreting blueprints and technical drawings for production tasks.
Trained new machinists on equipment operation and safety protocols effectively.
Monitored machine performance to identify maintenance needs and prevent downtime.
Implemented quality control measures to ensure adherence to specifications consistently.
Planned product inventory by checking materials to determine amount in inventory and anticipate needed materials.
Troubleshot issues with machinery and took corrective action when necessary.
Assisted in the design of jigs and fixtures needed for production runs.
Analyzed problems related to tooling performance and identified solutions to increase efficiency.
Ensured that quality control standards were met by inspecting finished products.
Set up production parts according to blueprints or specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges.
Maintained work area and equipment cleanliness and followed sanitation and safety procedures.
Documented actions by completing production and quality logs.
Supervised and trained machinists in the operation of various machine tools.
Provided technical advice and guidance to junior machinists.
Implemented safety procedures to ensure safe working environment for personnel operating machinery.
Coordinated with other departments regarding scheduling of jobs and delivery times.
Maintained and operated a variety of computer-controlled and manual machines, such as lathes, milling machines, grinders and drill presses.
Analyzed finished products to detect possible defects in design.
Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines and tap burners to safely produce projects.
Selected appropriate speeds and feeds according to metal type and finish specifications.
Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.
Constructed appropriate offset corrections for tool wear, broken tools, and casting variations.
Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process to report problems and required repairs.
Trained, directed and instructed apprentices and helpers to increase production levels and meet established goals.
Inspected material after completion for accurate measurements of dimensions.
Set up, adjusted and operated basic or specialized machine tools to perform precision machining operations.
Read and followed blueprints, diagrams and drawings to fabricate products.
Calculated dimensions or tolerances using micrometers or vernier calipers.
Observed operating machines or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and determine need for adjustments or repairs.
Designed fixtures, tooling or experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.
Aligned and secured holding fixtures, cutting tools and attachments onto machines.
Monitored inventory levels of materials used in production process.
Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining processes.
Measured, laid out and marked metal stock to display placement of cuts.

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