Justin Richard
New Iberia,LA
Summary
Dedicated team player with a passion for expanding machining knowledge to drive continual improvement in products, services, and processes. Skilled in writing and editing Mazatol programs, cutting various materials such as Chrome and Inconel, and threading Stub Acme, 8 Round, and Seal Loc. Proficient in holding tight tolerances of ±0.0005 while achieving smooth finishes of 32r. Known for being outgoing, open-minded, and able to collaborate effectively within a team environment with a strong commitment to safety.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist IV
Forum Energy Technologies Inc.
07.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
- Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
- Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.
Machinist
Quality Machine Shop
07.2017 - 10.2020
- Quick Turns/ M-5’s
- Engaging in daily and monthly maintenance checks on equipment
- Inspecting job traveler and raw stock for correct traceability and heat codes
- Preparing machines by installing and teaching tooling
- Cutting, inspecting and documenting parts to print
- Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
CONTRACT WORK
GE
09.2016 - 07.2017
- QTN 250 with live tooling
- Involved in conferences to discuss progression of work
- Independently set up an performed all operations within machines capacity
- Maintained a safe and clean environment
- Brainstorming to reduce runtimes while increasing efficiency and production
BLUELINE MANUFACTURING INC.
11.2009 - 08.2016
- Studied blueprints to determine sequence of operations to run parts
- Program, set up and operated Mazak 350
- Inspected parts with OD Mics, Bore Mic, Go No Go gages, and Gage maker
- Maintained tolerances of .001 and below
BAKER OIL TOOLS
05.2001 - 09.2009
- Programed, setup and ran M-5’s and quick turns
- Involved in Team member and Leader/Facilitator Training
- Organized and ran jobs by due dates, evaluated work on floor and in machines
- Prioritized Hot Jobs
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Machine operation
- Troubleshooting
- Lathe operation
- Machine setup
Timeline
Machinist IV
Forum Energy Technologies Inc.
07.2021 - Current
Machinist
Quality Machine Shop
07.2017 - 10.2020
CONTRACT WORK
GE
09.2016 - 07.2017
BLUELINE MANUFACTURING INC.
11.2009 - 08.2016
BAKER OIL TOOLS
05.2001 - 09.2009
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