Kyle Hayes
Austin,IN
Summary
Talented Fabrication Welder/Tool and die maker skilled in reading and applying technical blueprints and consistently delivered high quality products. Excellent attention to detail reduced waste and resulted in increased efficiency. Operated machinery, including welders, saws, plasma cutter, torches, bridgeport mill,drill press and many other measurement tools to fabricate items/repair dies..
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Fabricator
S-tech
Crothersville, IN
10.2023 - Current
- Fabricated metal components using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene welding.
- Assembled parts into larger structures following blueprints and engineering specifications.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes to ensure adherence to standards.
- Performed routine maintenance on welding equipment including torches and regulators.
- Operated forklifts, cranes, hoists and other material handling equipment to move materials around shop floor.
- Cut materials with plasma cutters, oxy-acetylene torches or mechanical shears according to specifications.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts by welding them back together.
- Built jigs and fixtures used in the production of various products.
- Utilized measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers for accurate verification of dimensions.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
Tool Die Maker
Austin Tri-Hawk Automotive Inc.
Austin, IN
07.2020 - 10.2023
- Set up and operate all types of machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, drill presses, surface grinders and jig borers to perform precision machining operations.
- Fabricate die parts from drawings or skhes using a variety of materials including steel, aluminum and plastics.
- Inspect finished dies for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
- Design new tools and fixtures to improve production processes.
- Troubleshoot existing tooling issues and make necessary repairs or adjustments.
- Assemble complex components with close tolerance requirements utilizing fixtures, gauges and measuring instruments.
- Perform welding operations when needed for the repair of tooling components.
- Calibrate cutting tools for optimum performance in various manufacturing applications.
- Analyze blueprints, work orders and other documents to determine material requirements for projects.
- Utilize precision measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers and dial indicators to verify dimensions of completed products.
- Identify potential design improvements that would reduce costs or increase quality of product output.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations while operating machinery in a safe manner.
- Assist with troubleshooting problems encountered during the production process by providing technical advice as needed.
- Worked effectively within extremely tight tolerances to produce precision results.
Stamping Press Operator
Austin Tri-Hawk Automotive Inc.
Austin, IN
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Set up and operated stamping press according to specifications.
- Adjusted presses, dies and punches as necessary to achieve desired results.
- Performed daily maintenance on stamping press machines.
- Inspected parts for accuracy of dimensions and conformance to quality standards.
- Loaded material into hoppers or onto feed tables.
- Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusted machines as necessary.
- Verified part tolerances using gauges such as calipers, micrometers.
- Maintained records of production volumes and scrap rates.
- Ensured that safety protocols were adhered to at all times in the work area.
- Troubleshot problems with machinery when they occurred.
- Repaired worn or damaged parts on stamping press machines using hand tools such as files, grinders, hammers.
- Cleaned work areas regularly to maintain a safe working environment.
- Recorded data from inspection process in log books or computer databases.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding equipment repairs or replacement needs.
- Assisted other team members with tasks such as loading raw materials into hoppers or unloading finished products from conveyors.
- Followed established procedures for operating the stamping press safely.
Stamping Press Operator/Team Leader
Austin Tri-Hawk Automotive Inc.
Austin, IN
08.2013 - 10.2018
- Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
- Developed strategies to increase team productivity and improve customer service levels.
- Conducted performance appraisals for team members, providing feedback and identifying areas of improvement.
- Trained new staff in relevant processes and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures throughout the team.
- Monitored team performance against targets, taking corrective action where necessary.
- Supported the manager in developing plans for future projects, initiatives and objectives.
- Collaborated with other departments to develop effective solutions that meet customer needs.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements, implementing changes when required.
- Provided support to junior staff during peak periods of workloads.
- Motivated staff through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Monitored team progress and enforced deadlines.
- Organized and prioritized incoming work orders and optimized team workflows and resources to handle dynamic demands.
- Counted inventory, resolved discrepancies and completed paperwork to keep system accurate and current.
Education
GED -
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Sellersburg, IN08-2011
Some College (No Degree) - Tool And Die Maker
Tooling U Sme
Austin, INSkills
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Torch cutting
- Overhead Crane Operation
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Parts Fabrication
- Jig fabrication
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Shop drawings
- Precision measurement
- MIG welding
- Power tool safety
- Grinders
- Stick Welding
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Fabrication
- Production
- Defect Repair
- TIG Welding
- Blueprints
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Machine Operation
- Active Listening
- Reliability
- Measurement tools
- Computer Skills
- Pneumatic Systems
- Tool Maintenance
- Parts Assembly
- Excellent Communication
- Blueprint Reading
- Multitasking
Timeline
Welding Fabricator
S-tech
10.2023 - Current
Tool Die Maker
Austin Tri-Hawk Automotive Inc.
07.2020 - 10.2023
Stamping Press Operator
Austin Tri-Hawk Automotive Inc.
09.2019 - 12.2019
Stamping Press Operator/Team Leader
Austin Tri-Hawk Automotive Inc.
08.2013 - 10.2018
GED -
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Some College (No Degree) - Tool And Die Maker
Tooling U Sme
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