Lamont Smith

Maple Heights

Summary

Skilled and reliable CNC Machinist and Molding Associate with over 10 years of experience in manufacturing, metal processing, and industrial operations. Proven ability to operate CNC equipment, molding presses, and high-temperature furnaces while maintaining strict quality, safety, and production standards. Detail-oriented, adaptable, and committed to continuous improvement.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

CNC Machinist / Molding Associate

DuPont Vespel

Valley View

02.2019 - Current

Set up and operate CNC and manual machines including mills, lathes, grinders, and hones to produce precision components
Work with HAAS mills and lathes, Toyoda grinders, Hardinge, Accuturn, and Prodigy equipment
Secure fixtures, tooling, and materials to ensure accurate and repeatable machining
Read and interpret blueprints, process instructions, and technical drawings; verify work using quality gauges
Monitored part quality, troubleshot machining issues, and adjusted processes, ensuring precision and compliance with specifications.
Collaborated with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to address production challenges and enhance technical support.
Participate in customer audits and complete the Certified Operator Program (COP)
Audit processes for compliance with quality and safety standards
Support corrective and preventive actions and continuous improvement efforts
Trained junior machinists on safe operating procedures and best practices, fostering a culture of safety and skill development.

Furnace Operator

PCC Airfoils LLC

Cleveland

12.2016 - 02.2019

Operated closed vacuum furnaces used in precision metal processing
Troubleshot operational issues and ensured consistent furnace performance
Set up molds according to SOP and engineering process standards
Safely handled materials exposed to temperatures up to 2100°F
Maintained quality control for materials entering and exiting furnace systems
Monitored heating cycles for consistency and quality control purposes.

Furnace Worker

Federal Metal

Bedford

04.2013 - 10.2016

Monitored furnace temperatures and material composition to ensure optimal melting conditions.
Melted and alloyed metals including iron, copper, aluminum, and zinc
Operated machinery to process raw materials, contributing to consistent quality and efficiency.
Prepared furnace materials and brick lining
Performed quality checks on processed materials
Managed loading and unloading of supplies, fuel, and finished products to streamline operational workflow.
Maintained clean and safe work areas
Reported mechanical, safety, and operational issues to supervisors

Education

Certificate - CNC Machinist

Cuyahoga Community College

Cleveland, Ohio, OH

06-2022

Certificate - Computer Electronics Engineering Technology

ITT Technical Institute

Warrensville Heights, OH

05-2016

Skills

CNC Machining & Operation
Molding Press & Oven Operations
Quality inspection
High-temperature operations
Safety & SOP Compliance
Safety compliance

Process Improvement
Scrap reduction
RF Scanners & Inventory Control
Forklift operation
Time management
Critical thinking

Timeline