Kaitlyn Woods
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Tool Die Maker at STIHL with experience in precision machining and a strong commitment to safety. Enhanced production efficiency through effective problem-solving and collaboration, while optimizing CNC operations. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail and reliability, consistently delivering high-quality results under tight deadlines.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Tool Die Maker
STIHL
Virginia Beach, VA
01.2021 - Current
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety regulations and proper equipment handling procedures.
- Reduced machine downtime by performing regular maintenance and repairs on die sets and equipment.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts.
- Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders and emery cloths.
- Optimized machining operations using advanced techniques such as wire EDM, CNC milling, and surface grinders.
- Adjusted and ground dies, tools and parts after production to assure quality control and usability.
- Improved team performance through effective communication, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing among colleagues.
- Evaluated existing tooling designs for potential improvements or modifications to enhance overall performance.
- Coordinated and planned operation sequences based on blueprint and model schematics.
- Delivered consistent results under tight deadlines, ensuring minimal impact on production timelines.
- Inspected final products for quality and functionality.
- Inspected items for safety and operability.
- Read and stuck to detailed production schedules.
- Tear down and rebuild hot runner systems such as Incoe and Husky.
- Laser/tig weld damaged surfaces to be re-machined/repaired.
- Create/fabricate new mold parts that have been damaged and/or broken.
Customer Services
Panera Bread
Virginia Beach, VA
07.2016 - 01.2019
- Responded to customer inquiries about delivery, forwarding and other postal services quickly to provide quality customer services.
- Prepared orders on the line as they came in.
- Cashier at the front of the store/drive thru.
- Responsible for helping to open the store and prepare all the food for the day.
- Responsible for closing the store and ensuring proper food safety requirements were met as well as all sanitation requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Salem High School
Virginia Beach, VANo Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VASkills
- Precision machining
- Tool maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Fixture design
- Surface grinding
- Metalworking techniques
- Pneumatic systems
- Material selection
- Heat treatment
- Computer skills
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical
- Measurement tools
- Measuring
- Hand tool safety
- Parts assembly
- Blueprint reading
- Surface polishing
- CNC machine operation
- Equipment testing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Machine operation
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Machine setup
- Hand-eye coordination
- Task prioritization
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical thinking
- Drilling operations
- Product inspection
- Lathe operation
- Continuous improvement
- Adaptability
- Precision measurement
- Surface finishing
- Welding techniques
- Machinery troubleshooting
- CNC machine setup
- Milling machine operation
- Incoe and Husky hot runner experience
Timeline
Tool Die Maker
STIHL
01.2021 - Current
Customer Services
Panera Bread
07.2016 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Salem High School
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Tidewater Community College