- Embracing outdoor adventures such as hunting and fishing
Jeffrey A. Cotter
Leoma,TN
Summary
Professional and skilled CNC programming expert with strong focus on precision machining and process optimization. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork and adaptability, effectively collaborating with colleagues to achieve high-quality outcomes. Possesses in-depth knowledge of G-code, and machine setup, ensuring efficient and accurate production. Reliable and results-driven, consistently meeting evolving project demands and contributing to operational success.
Maintenance experience
Progressive tool and die experience in the aluminum can industry.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Programmer /Machine Operator
Craig Manufacturing
01.2022 - Current
- Developed CNC programs for complex machining operations, ensuring precision and quality standards.
- Operated CNC machines, producing components according to engineering specifications and production schedules.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to optimize machining processes and reduce production lead times.
- Conducted routine maintenance on CNC equipment to enhance operational efficiency and prevent downtime.
- Trained junior programmers on best practices in CNC Mazak Nexus 300 turret lathe
- Mazatrol Controls
- Manual lathes
- Manual Mills (Bridgeport)
- Mazak CNC Mills
- Surface grinders, OD grinders, saws
- Various hand tools
- Measuring tools, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, etc.. (all of which I have my own) and machine operation techniques.
CNC / Manual Machinist
NMI (formerly Technicraft)
01.2020 - 2022
- Experience with:
- Haas CNC lathe TL1
- SMT SL 1500 turret lathe
- Haas and Fanuc Controls
- Manual lathes
- Manual Mills ( Bridgeports )
- Surface / OD grinders, Saws
- Various hand tools
- Measuring tools, micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, etc.. ( all of which I have my own)
Maintenance / Machinist
Progressive Glass Technologies
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Responsible for electrical, air, mechanical systems throughout plants
- Responsible for Automatic lines, washers, inspections, TPS, press, grids, secondary sealer stations.
- Responsible for PM program on all equipment in plants
- Create work orders for every call
- Respond to emergency calls
- Coordinate and communicate effectively with management and engineers
- Computer Proficient
- Bridgeport Mills/surface grinders/lathes / manual and CNC
- Welding MIG/stick
Shipping/Receiving Supervisor
Alfa Laval
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Responsible for all shipping and receiving duties both domestic and international
- Field Service Technician / Machinist
- Support Alfa Laval field work in U.S. and globally for marine and diesel applications
- Experience with:
- Plate Heat Exchangers (PHE)
- High Speed Separators (HSS)
- Mixproof Valves
- Centrifugal Pumps
- Shell and Tube Coolers
- Computer Proficient
- 100% Travel
- Maintenance / Machinist Sarasota FL.
- Responsible for electrical, air, a/c mechanical systems throughout plant
- Responsible for PM program on all equipment in plant
- Responsible for waste water treatment process and equipment
- Coordinate and communicate effectively with management and engineers
- Productive member of Safety Committee
- Bridgeport Mills/surface grinders/lathes / manual and CNC
- Welding MIG/stick
Field Service Technician / Machinist
Service Tool International
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Experience with ECH-125 QL, EC-100, P2-100 conversion presses (Minster)
- Install auxiliary equipment to presses, gearboxes, downstackers, vacuum systems.(Machine Assembly)
- Experience with conversion tooling including progressive lane dies and progressive tab dies.(assembly, set up, run and debug)
- International travel to customer plant to start up and debug conversion system and dies.
- Work closely with engineers on experimental tooling and dies.
- Bridgeport Mills/surface grinders/lathes / manual and CNC
- Computer Proficient
Lab Technician / Field Trials (R&D) / Machinist
Novelis Corporation
01.1999 - 01.2006
- Experience with Minster conversion press, Formatec shell press, progressive dies, press tooling (all implemented in the pilot plant)
- Experience with buckle tests, metal exposure, aluminum alloys, coatings (all implemented in the chemical lab)
- Experience with various digital cameras & microscopes in digital optics lab
- Generate project and service reports, data accumulation and analysis, Lotus Notes, Windows XP proficient
- Experience with scheduling, research and development for aluminum can technology, on-site customer service
- 50% off-site customer service, trials, support, troubleshooting
- Classes in Excel, Access, Word, Power Point
- Responsible for building fire safety for 6 years
- Lectures given dealing with fire safety, power press safety and Lockout Tag-out safety
- Bridgeport Mills/surface grinders/lathes / manual and CNC
- Welding, stick/MIG
CNC Machinist
Lovejoy, Inc.
01.1995 - 01.1999
- Experience with 48 inch vertical lathe with FANUC control, Mori Seki, Okuma, Keyseaters, DeVlieg Mill, PMP furnace, stamp, Hob & Shapers
- Knowledge of programming and blueprints, including set-up & operation, editing, G codes and M codes
- Bridgeport Mills/surface grinders/lathes / manual and CNC
- One year Lead Man experience which entailed maintaining manufacturing process routes, over-seeing duties, vacations, and schedules of employees, acting as liaison between employees and management
- Involvement with safety committee during employment
- Computer Proficient
Education
High School Diploma -
Belvidere High
Belvidere, IL01-1987
Skills
- CNC programming
- Machine operation
- Mazatrol controls
- Haas controls
- Fanuc controls
- Manual machining
- Equipment maintenance
- Precision measurement
- Safety compliance
- Electrical systems troubleshooting
- Mechanical systems maintenance
- Technical training
- CNC setup and operation
- Field service
- Machine setup
- Troubleshooting
- Program editing
- Blueprint reading
- Machine maintenance
- CNC lathe programming
- Safety procedures
- Hand-tapping
- Thread milling
- CNC mill operation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting skills
- CNC machine operation
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
Interests
Timeline
CNC Programmer /Machine Operator
Craig Manufacturing
01.2022 - Current
CNC / Manual Machinist
NMI (formerly Technicraft)
01.2020 - 2022
Maintenance / Machinist
Progressive Glass Technologies
01.2016 - 01.2020
Shipping/Receiving Supervisor
Alfa Laval
01.2011 - 01.2016
Field Service Technician / Machinist
Service Tool International
01.2006 - 01.2011
Lab Technician / Field Trials (R&D) / Machinist
Novelis Corporation
01.1999 - 01.2006
CNC Machinist
Lovejoy, Inc.
01.1995 - 01.1999
High School Diploma -
Belvidere High
US Navy Veteran 1987-1990
Hull Technician 3rd class
Welder
Fire Fighter
Maintenance of ship