Joseph A. Garnsay
Rockford,MI
Summary
Exceptional metalworker with 30 years of experience building dies with exact dimensions. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Die Maker
Greenville Tool and Die
01.2018 - Current
- Adjusted and ground dies, tools and parts to assure quality control and usability.
- Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders and emery cloths.
- Inspected final products for quality and functionality.
- Trained and mentored apprentices in daily tasks.
Die Maker
Enterprise Tool & Die
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Addressed design challenges, drafted documentation, and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
- Used Catia to meet design specifications for functional tooling.
- Brainstormed and collaborated with cross-functional teams to conceptualize, implement, and refine product concepts.
- Verified part data to meet customer requirements by scanning and digitizing using a Kreon arm with Polyworks software.
Die Maker
Distinctive Machine Corporation
01.2011 - 01.2017
- Design dies using NX design software.
- Perform die tryout to ensure part specifications are met.
- MIG and TIG welding of various metals.
- Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders and emery cloths.
- Coordinated and planned operation sequences based on blueprint and model schematics.
- Prototyped parts for customer production review.
- Set up and operate drill presses, surface grinders, lathes, and mills to machine parts to print.
Education
Journeyman Certificate - Tool And Die Technology
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI1991
Journeyman Certificate - Tool And Die Technology
Montcalm Community College
Sidney, MI1991
High School Diploma -
Belding High School
Belding, MI1986
Skills
- Die Design
- Equipment Safety
- Tool Maintenance
- Creative Solutions
- Modifications and Repairs
- Critical Thinking
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Quality Standards
Timeline
Die Maker
Greenville Tool and Die
01.2018 - Current
Die Maker
Enterprise Tool & Die
01.2017 - 01.2018
Die Maker
Distinctive Machine Corporation
01.2011 - 01.2017
Journeyman Certificate - Tool And Die Technology
Grand Rapids Community College
Journeyman Certificate - Tool And Die Technology
Montcalm Community College
High School Diploma -
Belding High School
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