John Phillips
Johnstown,Co
Summary
I am an extremely accomplished technician and machinist, with over 15 years’ experience in the field of manufacturing. I am a great multi-tasker, have excellent communications skills, and am versed in various engineering concepts and manufacturing equipment. In addition to my experience and personal qualities, I have a solid educational foundation and a passion for the manufacturing industry. I am incredibly enthusiastic about new manufacturing processes in order to focus on sustainable manufacturing. For this reason, I would welcome the opportunity to contribute to your ongoing success and growth of your organization.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Programmer/CNC Machinist
Sierra Space
06.2018 - Current
- Developed the Thermal Protection System (TPS) tile machining process at Sierra Space.
- Designed and machined fixturing to hold the TPS tiles.
- Created vacuum system to hold the TPS tiles.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement, leading to a more efficient development cycle.
- Consistently met project deadlines by effectively managing priorities and maintaining a strong work ethic.
Prototype & Composite Machinist
Lockheed Martin
04.2013 - 04.2018
- Machine parts to the highest quality standards and maintain our goal of 100% mission success, operation excellence, and zero excuses, zero incidents
- Analyze finished products to ensure its effectiveness and to detect any possible defects
- Knowledge of mechanical inspection equipment including profilometer, bore gauge, radius gauges, pitch micrometer, test indicators, thread gauges, deltronic pins, CMM and Zeiss, Etc
- Read G-Code enabling me to adjust program on the fly in order to keep the parts in the optimal tolerance and keep production moving
- Full knowledge of nonconforming reporting system
- Knowledge and full functions of SAP and various other ERP software
- Creation of CAD models through various software platforms for programming of CNC
- Maintain records to ensure proper record retention requirements are met in order to complete all paperwork
- Excellent understanding of GD&T per ASME standards.
Shift Lead & Supervisor
V Forge
08.2011 - 06.2013
- Able to balance multiple responsibilities, well-practiced in managing operations, staff, inventory, and finance
- Reviewed machine specifications and blueprint to start the work on machine parts
- Placed or loaded the piece on the milling machinery to make cuts on the decided areas as per specifications
- Planning jobs and scheduling production on machines
- Monitored the machines on which the work is carried out, to ensure its properly working
- Train new operators on loading and performing quality checks on parts they are unfamiliar with
- Setting up parts to proper specifications using indicators, probing tools and edge finders
- Troubleshoot fixture to assure parts are properly clamped
- Keep records on the production of our shifts performance and scrap count and help operators to improve their production and minimize scrap count
- Keeping tooling stocked and maintained our tool crib ensuring all tooling orders are placed, and tools are received
- Working closely with selected suppliers and managing the company’s procurement activities; ensuring the adequate supply of all required materials, tooling and equipment.
Trim Carpenter
Rich Construction
09.2010 - 08.2011
- Operate all types of woodworking equipment to include: table saw, radial arm saw, planer, jointer, drill, all standard hand operated tools, etc
- Hanging of doors and windows as well as all finish work around new installations
- Perform finish carpentry work, i.e., moldings, trim work, cabinets, etc
- Hang drywall as required and perform drywall finishing to the inspection standards
- Comply and follow OSHA safety procedures when performing assigned responsibilities
- Assist in loading and unloading building materials from delivery trucks
- Prepare surfaces of sheetrock, wood, metal, and masonry; apply prime and finish paints, varnishes, lacquers and other covering materials (such as wallpaper) with a brush, roller, or spray gun
- Working with vendors to get the lowest prices on materials and tools to maintain affordability and maximizing our profits.
Lead Fabricator
Curtis Design Int.
06.2007 - 09.2010
- Ability to repair and maintain various pieces of machinery to keep production flow
- Use of precision hand tools (calipers, torque wrenches, ID and OD micrometers, etc.) Work to engineering drawings, bill of materials and purchase orders to work unsupervised
- Installation and Programming and Operation and maintain of Gerber, Saber 408 router
- Inspect our outsourced work, maintain records and traceability of materials used
- Painting of products, Plastics, metals, wood and various materials (mixing and applying paint)
- Used purchase orders and blueprints to complete final assembly and setup of signage.
CNC Programmer
Boyd Sign Systems LLC.
01.2005 - 09.2006
- Read Calipers, Height Gages, Trimose, and Optical Comparators
- Programmed CNC Routers, Weld, Grinding, Sanding, Saws, Paint, Screen Print, Loaded trucks
- Picking up material and tooling, upholding professional relationship with our vendors to ensure a long lasting rapport.
Education
Business Management -
Colorado State University-Global Campus
07.2026
2-year certificate in precision machining -
Pickens Technical College
06.2014
Wray High School
05.2004
Skills
- Program and setup CNC equipment
- Design all tooling
- Purchase best tooling for specific processes
- Multi axis machining
Timeline
Programmer/CNC Machinist
Sierra Space
06.2018 - Current
Prototype & Composite Machinist
Lockheed Martin
04.2013 - 04.2018
Shift Lead & Supervisor
V Forge
08.2011 - 06.2013
Trim Carpenter
Rich Construction
09.2010 - 08.2011
Lead Fabricator
Curtis Design Int.
06.2007 - 09.2010
CNC Programmer
Boyd Sign Systems LLC.
01.2005 - 09.2006
Business Management -
Colorado State University-Global Campus
2-year certificate in precision machining -
Pickens Technical College
Wray High School
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