Joshua Miller
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Adept at enhancing manufacturing processes and team efficiency, my tenure at Linamar Corp. experience underscore my expertise in machine operation and problem-solving. By developing customized tooling solutions and improving safety protocols, I've significantly contributed to productivity and quality standards, embodying a strong work ethic and exceptional teamwork skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Tool Setter
Linamar Corp.
05.2024 - Current
- Optimized productivity by training new employees on proper tool selection and usage techniques.
- Boosted employee morale through effective communication and teamwork with other tool setters and production employees.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop customized tooling solutions, improving manufacturing processes.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by prioritizing tasks based on production schedules and deadlines.
- Maximized output by closely monitoring the performance of cutting tools and making necessary adjustments.
- Troubleshot and resolved tool-related issues, minimizing production delays and maintaining product quality.
Machinist/CNC Programmer
Linamar/ Mobex
01.2021 - 04.2024
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Program CNC utilizing Mastercam from print and or model.
Operator/ Tool Setter/ Supervisor
Mobex/ Busche
03.2013 - 01.2021
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
- Increased overall product quality through meticulous attention to detail during operation processes.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Accurately documented all operational data, ensuring up-to-date records for review and analysis.
- Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment to reduce repair costs.
- Fed raw materials into machines.
- Supported management in achieving strategic objectives related to productivity, cost control, quality assurance, compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Efficiently read and interpreted blueprints.
52C10 Heating and Air Conditioning Repair/ E-4
U.S.Army
06.1992 - 06.1996
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.
- Repaired and replaced heating and air conditioning systems for Patriot missile systems as well as any other system requiring heating and cooling.
- Collaborated with team members on projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality results.
- Anything required of a soldier
Education
Bachelor of Science - B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
Studied for degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in mathematics.
No Degree - Basic Machining Course
04.2004
- Basic machining and related classroom work
- Basic programming and coding
- Print reading
- Machining related math
- Training on manual mill, lathe, and grinder
- Training on CNC mill and lathe
High School Diploma -
05.1992
- General studies
- Excelled in shop class including drafting, metals, and carpentry
- Junior and senior year completed carpentry at Vantage Vocational School
- Junior year built cabinets and shelves for house
- Senior year assisted in building house to completion
Skills
- Machine Operation
- Machine Setup and Shutdown
- Production Processes Knowledge
- Safety Procedures
- Technical knowledge
- Tool selection
- Precision measurement
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Communication
- Strong Work Ethic
- Punctual and Reliable
- Problem-Solving
Wood working
I like to work with wood building small projects for friends and family.
As well as making art with wood.
Timeline
Tool Setter - Linamar Corp.
05.2024 - Current
Machinist/CNC Programmer - Linamar/ Mobex
01.2021 - 04.2024
Operator/ Tool Setter/ Supervisor - Mobex/ Busche
03.2013 - 01.2021
52C10 Heating and Air Conditioning Repair/ E-4 - U.S.Army
06.1992 - 06.1996
IPFW - Bachelor of Science, B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
Vantage Vocational School - No Degree, Basic Machining Course
Van Wert High School - High School Diploma,
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