Experienced Manufacturing professional skilled in operating grinders, lathes and various CNC machines in fast-paced production and maintenance environments. Dependable and reliable with expertise in monitoring telemetry, changing out tooling and loading materials.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machinist
Dana Incoraporated
06.2024 - Current
Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
Improved accuracy in part production by utilizing precise measurement tools and calibrating machines accordingly.
Reduced machine downtime through regular maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment issues.
Partnered closely with quality control teams to identify areas where improvements could be made within production processes.
Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
Production Process Operator
Walmart Dairy
03.2023 - 05.2024
Monitors dairy plant production processes (for example, milk receiving, separation, standardization, pasteurization, batching), by following Standard Operating Procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs); ensuring all paperwork is accurate; verifying all charts including frequency pen, cut in/cut out temperatures and product recording temperatures; troubleshooting and resolving basic to moderate operating difficulties; and communicating any problems or concerns that may restrict the efficiency of production or food safety concerns to management.
Follows required safety practices by observing confined space safety guidelines; wearing all required personal protection equipment in designated areas; ensuring safe chemical handling and fall restraints are monitored; maintaining sanitation of equipment, CIP and hand cleaning; and reporting safety concerns or issues to leadership
Supports Continuous Improvement throughout the plant by maintaining process data and equipment performance data to improve quality and throughput; operating and cleaning equipment to maximize throughput and minimize downtime; communicating mechanical and operational issues; operating equipment at recommended speeds; and monitoring fats, total solids, allergens, and cryoscopes as they associate with processing dairy products to ensure quality and efficiencies are met.
Completes work assignments and priorities by using policies, data, and resources; collaborating with managers, co-workers, customers, and other business partners; identifying priorities, deadlines, and expectations; carrying out tasks; communicating progress and information; determining and recommending ways to address improvement opportunities; and adapting to and learning from change, difficulties, and feedback.
Direct Support Professional
ReCare Community Living
08.2022 - 02.2023
Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
Warehouse Worker
Target Distribution Center
10.2021 - 09.2022
Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 65 pounds.
Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
Auto Press Operator
Flex -N- Gates
03.2018 - 05.2022
Performed regular maintenance on press machinery to optimize performance.
Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the department through constructive feedback and proactive problem-solving efforts.
Loaded and positioned raw materials in loading and feeding mechanisms.
Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively managing workload and communicating progress updates with supervisors or team leads as needed.
CNC Machine Operator
Musashi Auto Parts
09.2017 - 03.2018
Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
Increased product quality by adhering to strict tolerances and carefully monitoring machining processes.
Reduced material waste through precise programming of CNC machines for accurate cutting and milling operations.
Input instructions to program CNC machines to control machine movement and produce parts to specification.
Kept accurate operating records by documenting machine usage, production numbers and any issues that arose.
CNC Machine Operator
American Axle Manufacturing
08.2016 - 09.2017
Learned and followed safety procedures to keep machines operated safely and prevent accidents.
Operated CNC machines to produce components with tight tolerances.
Detected malfunctions and control errors by monitoring machine operation and checking completed pieces.
Enhanced precision in manufactured parts by consistently calibrating and adjusting CNC machinery before each production run.
Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
Production Worker
Janesville Acoustic's
09.2014 - 07.2016
Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
Performed routine quality checks on finished products, ensuring adherence to company standards before shipping out units.
Enhanced production line efficiency by streamlining assembly processes.
Optimized material usage to minimize waste, contributing to cost reduction efforts.
Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.