Kevin Guist
Norton,OH
Summary
Enthusiastic Machinist with over 5 years experience, conforming parts to specified blueprints/drawings in accordance with engineering tolerances.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNC Machinist/Programmer(Conversational)
SPZ Machine
Norton, OH
10.2021 - Current
- Replace cutting tools according to job requirements; inspect tool condition regularly for wear and damage.
- Read and interpret blueprints, skhes, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece.
- Perform minor maintenance on the CNC machines such as replacing cutting tools or cleaning machinery parts.
- Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Set up and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, milling, turning, and grinding.
- Monitor CNC machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as necessary.
- Make adjustments to the machine feed rate, speed and depth of cut for each project.
- Use computer software for programming CNC Machines.
- Ensure that safety procedures are followed while operating the CNC Machinery.
- Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
- Load raw materials into production equipment; unload finished goods from production equipment.
- Troubleshot machinery and programming issues to exceed production goals.
- Adjust offsets during program execution; monitor results against programmed values.
- Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications by measuring with appropriate instruments.
- Modify programs according to customer requests and specifications; review all changes before implementation.
- Performed routine maintenance on machines and monitored usage to reduce parts breakdown.
- 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.
Machinist
Century Tool and Stamping Co.
Cleveland, OH
06.2018 - 10.2021
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
- Read blueprints, skhes, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Followed written instructions to set up and operate manual equipment and computer-controlled production machines.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Monitored production output levels and made adjustments as necessary to maintain production goals.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
- Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
- Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines and tap burners to safely produce projects.
- Trained new employees in the use of machinery used in the manufacturing process.
- Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
- Selected appropriate speeds and feeds according to metal type and finish specifications.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
- Sharpened, replaced and tracked cutting tools to adhere to strict quality control and usage schedules.
- Gauged and maintained tolerances on grinding diameters, depths, squareness and parallelism.
- Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process to report problems and required repairs.
Welder/Steel Fabricator
Glas Ornamental metals
Barberton, OH
06.2015 - 06.2018
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
Education
CNC Programming And Operations/Machine Tools. - CNC Mill/Lathe
Cleveland Industrial Training Center.
Cleveland12-2021
Certification
- CNC Programming and Operation/Machine Tools Certified from Cleveland Industrial Training Center.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CNC Machinist/Programmer(Conversational)
SPZ Machine
10.2021 - Current
Machinist
Century Tool and Stamping Co.
06.2018 - 10.2021
Welder/Steel Fabricator
Glas Ornamental metals
06.2015 - 06.2018
CNC Programming And Operations/Machine Tools. - CNC Mill/Lathe
Cleveland Industrial Training Center.
- CNC Programming and Operation/Machine Tools Certified from Cleveland Industrial Training Center.
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