Joshua Elias
Ridgway,PA
Summary
Dynamic Process Engineer with a proven track record at Foradora Welding and Machine, specializing in CNC programming and process development. Excelled in reducing costs and enhancing efficiency through innovative experiments and standardized work instructions. Skilled in CAD/CAM programming and team collaboration, consistently delivering quality parts on schedule and training operators for excellence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Engineer
Foradora Welding and Mahine
02.2017 - Current
- Designed and executed experiments to identify process improvements, leading to reduced costs and increased efficiency.
- Implemented standardized work instructions, enhancing operator understanding of critical tasks and improving workflow consistency.
- Create CNC programs for railcar equipment.
- Ensures on-time deliveries and good quality parts get to the customer.
- Responsible for running Gibbscam CAD/CAM software programming on CNC mills
- Responsible for running Faroarm/programming Faromarm to ensure correct specifications are being held on outgoing product.
- Design fixturing for CNC machines.
- Ensures procedures for AAR are being followed with the correct forms.
- Supervise floor operators and train floor operators.
CNC Setup Specialist
Metaldyne Performance Group Inc.
07.2010 - 07.2016
- Conducted regular maintenance on CNC machinery to ensure peak performance and minimize malfunctions.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
- Contributed towards cost reduction initiatives by evaluating existing setups and proposing alternative methods or tools that would lead to increased savings without compromising on quality.
- Assisted other machinists with set-up and troubleshooting of CNC machines.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop custom CNC programs for unique projects.
- Reduced material waste by refining cutting paths and optimizing process parameters.
- Improved production efficiency by programming and setting up CNC machines for various projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ridgway High School
Ridgway07-2009
Skills
- Data analysis
- Process development
- Team collaboration
- Production planning
- CNC programming(12 years)
- Blueprint Reading/Writing
- GD&T
- CAD/CAM programming(5 years)
- Computer programming
- Design fixturing for robots and lathes
- Scrap reduction
Timeline
Process Engineer
Foradora Welding and Mahine
02.2017 - Current
CNC Setup Specialist
Metaldyne Performance Group Inc.
07.2010 - 07.2016
High School Diploma -
Ridgway High School