Jerald Matsko
Surprise,AZ
Summary
Resourceful CNC Machinist with extensive knowledge of all types of machinery and proven history of reliability and efficiency. Excellent production skills with knowledge of turning and milling and dedication to top-notch work. Trained in all types of equipment diagnostics and repairs. Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts. Talented Machinist with 38 years of experience setting up and operating machine tools to produce precision parts. Talented at assembling and disassembling equipment to create parts from various materials. Energetic and dedicated to completing each job to meet customer satisfaction standards. Professional Machine Operator with experience in CNC machining and tooling. Dedicated to exceeding production goals and known for quick learning and efficiency. Knowledgeable about equipment diagnostics and repair.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machinist
Medford Knife And Tool
Pheonix, Arizona
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Studied changing production and daily work orders to adjust offsets correctly.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Maintained excellent production levels by completing regular tool inspections on equipment.
- Increased production efficiency by closely studying blueprints for accurate machine programming.
- Operated and maintained up to 3 different mill and lathe machines to fabricate knife products.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
- Regularly exceeded daily production goals by effectively troubleshooting machinery and programming issues.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Performed accurate milling tool changes and offsets.
- Inspected, repaired and replaced system components.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
CNC Lathe Machinist
Axian Technology
Pheonix, AZ
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Followed tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes and swiss machines
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics for production runs.
- Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.
- Measured, examined or tested completed units to check for defects and verify conformance to specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers.
- Implemented updated operating procedures for Citizen Swiss machine and adjusted use to increase productivity and longevity.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Shop Foreman
Helical Wire Inc.
Carson City, NV
04.2015 - 11.2019
- Managed resources, materials, systems maintenance, regulatory compliance, schematics implementation and proper documentation of orders, operations, schedules and evaluations.
- Directed daily operations of team of 5 technicians and shop professionals.
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment.
- Trained and coached employees to improve performance and skills.
- Provided training, coaching and support of staff members, resulting in elevated individual performance to boosted service standards.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production and shipping.
- Oversaw loading and unloading of packages in warehouse.
- Managed staff hiring, training, and supervision.
- Reviewed and assessed ongoing operations, developing initiatives for continuous process improvement.
- Maximized productivity by keeping detailed records of daily progress and identifying and rectifying areas for improvement.
- Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Conducted performance reviews each quarter, offering praise and recommendations for improvement.
Lead Machinist
The Cable Connection
Carson City, NV
04.2013 - 05.2018
- Studied blueprints or layouts on workpieces to determine sequence of operations and finished dimensions of workpieces.
- Planned machining by studying work orders, batch record, materials, specifications, reference, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Maintained equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements and followed manufacturer's instructions.
- Operated and performed minor repairs on various types of manual and automated equipment.
- Provided job training and monitored performance of team members.
- Interpreted drawings and planed work in proper operational sequence on multi-cut jobs.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Closely monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Operated and maintained up to 12 different mill and lathe machines to fabricate wire rope products.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
- Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools.
- Implemented updated operating procedures for Maier Swiss machine and adjusted use to increase productivity and longevity.
- Obtained blueprints and support materials from suppliers and engineers.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
Education
Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology
El Camino College
Torrance, CA06.1984
GED -
Redondo Union High School
Redondo Beach, CA06.1983
Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Small Metal Parts Manufacturing
- Blueprint Reading
- Safety Protocols
- Quality Control
- Precision Measuring Instruments
- Good Manufacturing Practices
- Inspection Processes
- Dependable and Reliable
- Problem Solving
- Reporting and Documentation
- Machine Setups
- CNC Machine Programming
Accomplishments
At The Cable Connection, I recommended a Swiss turning machine to do their product line and was successful in taking their operations to higher levels of quality, speed and precision, moving the company to higher outputs, increasing cash flow and profits.
Timeline
CNC Machinist
Medford Knife And Tool
02.2021 - 11.2021
CNC Lathe Machinist
Axian Technology
12.2019 - 12.2020
Shop Foreman
Helical Wire Inc.
04.2015 - 11.2019
Lead Machinist
The Cable Connection
04.2013 - 05.2018
Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology
El Camino College
GED -
Redondo Union High School
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