Reliable Machinist skilled at reading and following machine schematics and standard operating procedures. Meticulous and systematic with excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Accomplished in manufacturing and repairing precision parts and instruments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Packaging Line Operator
Pure's Food Specialties Inc
Chicago, IL
01.2025 - 07.2025
Observed machine operations to verify quality and conformity of packaged products, stepping in to resolve issues promptly and avoid costly production errors.
Maintained optimal equipment performance by carrying out simple hourly maintenance on machines.
Reported malfunctions and errors to supervising staff, addressed concerns and supported other machine operators completing challenging workloads under tight schedules.
Performed packaging tasks alongside team to demonstrate proper methods according to labor plan and assigned tasks.
Labeled, recorded, and inspected packaging to prepare for shipment or storage.
Operated tape machines, scales and label printers to package items correctly.
Operated manual pallet jacks and forklifts to move and store materials.
Machinist
Sb Specialty Metals
Chicago, IL
06.2022 - 01.2024
Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
Maintained quality and safety standards; kept records of maintenance and repair work.
Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
Aligned components for assembly according to blueprint specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers or dial indicators.
Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates and protractors.
Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
Selected appropriate speeds and feeds according to metal type and finish specifications.
Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process to report problems and required repairs.
Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
Maintained logs, lists and files and promptly completed necessary paperwork.
Sustained lockout and tag-out safety protocols by properly using equipment and materials.
Separated scrap waste and related materials for reuse or recycling.
Friction welding machine operator
Chicago Turnrite Co
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - 05.2022
Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
Observed hydrostatic and dimension tolerance tests to evaluate weld quality and conformance to specifications.
Industrial Sewing Machine Operator
Bearse USA
Chicago, IL
08.2020 - 12.2021
Conducted routine sewing machine maintenance, lubrication, belt changes and lint removal.
Operated sewing machines to join, reinforce, or decorate products and performed hand stitching for smaller projects.
Prevented materials waste by completing accurate measurements and precise cuts.
Finalized products by attaching hardware, labels and tags and preparing shipments.