Joel Vermeire
Baker,Louisiana
Summary
Reliable Machinist skilled at reading and following machine schematics and standard operating procedures. Meticulous and systematic with excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Accomplished in manufacturing and repairing precision parts and instruments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist
Baton Rouge Machine Works
Baton Rouge , LA
10.2013 - 07.2024
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Aligned components for assembly according to blueprint specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers or dial indicators.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
- Drilled holes in parts using drill presses.
- Measured, marked and scribed dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as guides for subsequent machining.
- Kept accurate records regarding production numbers and any repairs performed on machinery.
- Maintained quality and safety standards; kept records of maintenance and repair work.
- Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery.
- Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
Machinist
Famco
Addis, LA
05.2013 - 10.2013
- Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Monitored production output levels and made adjustments as necessary to maintain production goals.
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Drilled holes in parts using drill presses.
- Maintained quality and safety standards; kept records of maintenance and repair work.
- Measured, marked and scribed dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as guides for subsequent machining.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Aligned components for assembly according to blueprint specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers or dial indicators.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates and protractors.
- Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
- Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
- Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
- Sharpened, replaced and tracked cutting tools to adhere to strict quality control and usage schedules.
Machinist
Serco
Zachary, Lousiana
04.2009 - 04.2013
- Assembled machined parts into mechanical units using hand tools and power tools.
- Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Monitored production output levels and made adjustments as necessary to maintain production goals.
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Drilled holes in parts using drill presses.
- Maintained quality and safety standards; kept records of maintenance and repair work.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Measured, marked and scribed dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as guides for subsequent machining.
- Aligned components for assembly according to blueprint specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers or dial indicators.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
- Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates and protractors.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
- Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
- Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
- Troubleshot and repaired machines to increase productivity and decrease spending.
- Sharpened, replaced and tracked cutting tools to adhere to strict quality control and usage schedules.
Machinist
Cajun Valve Services
Port Allen, LA
04.2009 - 05.2011
- Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery.
- Assembled machined parts into mechanical units using hand tools and power tools.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Monitored production output levels and made adjustments as necessary to maintain production goals.
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Drilled holes in parts using drill presses.
- Maintained quality and safety standards; kept records of maintenance and repair work.
- Measured, marked and scribed dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as guides for subsequent machining.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Aligned components for assembly according to blueprint specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers or dial indicators.
- Kept accurate records regarding production numbers and any repairs performed on machinery.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates and protractors.
- Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
- Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
- Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
- Sharpened, replaced and tracked cutting tools to adhere to strict quality control and usage schedules.
Machinist
ProCast Products
Zachary, Lousiana
09.2002 - 03.2009
- Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery.
- Assembled machined parts into mechanical units using hand tools and power tools.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Monitored production output levels and made adjustments as necessary to maintain production goals.
- Drilled holes in parts using drill presses.
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Maintained quality and safety standards; kept records of maintenance and repair work.
- Measured, marked and scribed dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as guides for subsequent machining.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Aligned components for assembly according to blueprint specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers or dial indicators.
- Kept accurate records regarding production numbers and any repairs performed on machinery.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates and protractors.
- Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
- Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
- Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
- Sharpened, replaced and tracked cutting tools to adhere to strict quality control and usage schedules.
- Measured, marked and indicated dimensions and reference points on materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
United Township
East Moline, IL05-1986
Skills
- Tapping and milling
- Tooling and fixtures
- De-burring
- Blueprint Reading
- Manufacturing
- Boring operations
- Visual Inspection
- Vertical boring machine operation
- Rotating equipment repair
- Drilling
- Pumps and Compressors
- Lathe Operation
- Equipment Operation
- Thread and plug gauges
- Measurement tools
- Preventive Maintenance
- Specification Reading
- Drilling Operations
Timeline
Machinist
Baton Rouge Machine Works
10.2013 - 07.2024
Machinist
Famco
05.2013 - 10.2013
Machinist
Serco
04.2009 - 04.2013
Machinist
Cajun Valve Services
04.2009 - 05.2011
Machinist
ProCast Products
09.2002 - 03.2009
High School Diploma -
United Township
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