Josh Russell
Lombard,IL
Summary
Skilled toolmaker with 15 years of experience in fabricating precision tools and enhancing manufacturing efficiency. Proficient in operating Tool Room machines, ensuring high-quality standards through attention to detail and innovative tooling design. Looking to work in an innovative enviroment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Toolmaker
Shure INC
Niles, IL
02.2016 - Current
- Fabricated precision tools using CNC machines and manual equipment.
- Designed and modified tooling components for manufacturing processes.
- Assisted in the design of jigs, fixtures and gauges used for machining operations.
- Performed precision machining operations on lathes, mills, and grinders to manufacture parts for various tools.
- Collaborated with engineers to improve tool designs and specifications.
Apprentice Moldmaker/Moldmaker
Switchcraft INC
Chicago, IL
05.2011 - 01.2016
Operated CNC machines to manufacture precision parts.
- Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
- Used manual and some CNC machines, used a EDM Holepopper and was being trained on Wire EDM.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for safety compliance.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning as well as kept tooling inventory and material stock.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
John A Logan College
Carterville, IL05-2005
High School Diploma -
Herrin High School
Herrin, IL05-2003
Skills
- Collaboration with engineers on solutions
- Precision measurement
- EDM operation
- Jigs and fixtures
- Manufacturing processes
Timeline
Toolmaker
Shure INC
02.2016 - Current
Apprentice Moldmaker/Moldmaker
Switchcraft INC
05.2011 - 01.2016
Associate of Applied Science -
John A Logan College
High School Diploma -
Herrin High School