Kurt Bayer
West Bend,WI
Summary
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.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machinist
Strohwig Industries, Inc
Richfield, Wisconsin
06.2026 - Current
- Set up and ran CNC VMCs and HMCs, ensuring precise machining of various parts.
- Programmed parts using Powermill to meet specific machining requirements.
- Adjusted machine feed rate, speed, and depth of cut to optimize performance for each project.
- Read blueprints and job travelers for machining specifications.
CNC Machinist & Programmer
Elite Tool Corporation
Jackson, WI
01.2023 - 06.2026
- Programmed CNC machines using Mastercam.
- Monitored cutting operations, resolving machining issues to maintain quality standards.
- Adjusted machine feed rate, speed, and depth of cut to optimize project outcomes.
- Executed rough and finish processes on larger components to ensure quality for plastic injection molds. larger components for Plastic Injection Molds.
CNC Machinist
Triangle Tool LLC
Milwaukee , WI
08.2012 - 01.2023
- Operated cutter grinder, producing precision components over several years.
- Ran various surface grinders, including linear, CNC, and wet grinders, to achieve high-quality finishes.
- Assisted in building plastic injection molds using precision tools and techniques.
- Operated Cutter Grinder for several years.
- Some toolmaker work building plastic injection molds
Skills
- CNC Machine Operation
- CNC programming
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Schematics Reading
- Machine Calibration
- Plastic Injection Molds
- Parts Fabrication
- Cutter grinder operation
- Attention to detail
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
CNC Machinist
Strohwig Industries, Inc
06.2026 - Current
CNC Machinist & Programmer
Elite Tool Corporation
01.2023 - 06.2026
CNC Machinist
Triangle Tool LLC
08.2012 - 01.2023