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Lavell Gage

Green Bay,WI
Lavell Gage

Summary

Experienced in conducting meticulous quality inspections and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Brings a detailed approach to identify and address defects, ultimately enhancing product reliability. Knowledgeable in the desired position and has a proven ability to consistently meet product standards. Has successfully led initiatives to improve inspection procedures, contributing to enhanced product reliability. Demonstrated proficiency in identifying defects and collaborating with teams to implement corrective actions throughout the career.

Overview

22
years of professional experience

Work History

Velocity Machine Inc

Quality Control Technician
09.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
  • Collaborated with production teams to address and resolve quality concerns, improving overall product reliability.
  • Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
  • Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.
  • Maintained accurate records of all quality control activities, ensuring easy retrieval for audits or management inquiries.
  • Proposed corrective actions to address recurring quality issues.
  • Assisted management in maintaining ISO certification through diligent documentation and adherence to established protocols.
  • Conducted regular internal audits to assess compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements, driving continuous improvement efforts.
  • Managed non-conforming product evaluations and disposition, minimizing negative impacts on production schedules and customer satisfaction.
  • Optimized calibration schedules for measurement equipment, ensuring consistent accuracy during inspections.

Velocity Machine Inc

CNC Machine Operator
11.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
  • Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
  • Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
  • Increased product quality by adhering to strict tolerances and carefully monitoring machining processes.
  • Reduced material waste through precise programming of CNC machines for accurate cutting and milling operations.
  • Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts.
  • Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
  • Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition.
  • Input instructions to program CNC machines to control machine movement and produce parts to specification.
  • Learned and followed safety procedures to keep machines operated safely and prevent accidents.
  • Kept accurate operating records by documenting machine usage, production numbers and any issues that arose.
  • Helped maintain inventory by tracking materials and tools to keep resources readily available and easily accessed.
  • Performed accurate Type tool changes and offsets.
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.

American Prosthetic Components

CNC Machine Operator
01.2020 - 07.2023

Job overview

  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
  • Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
  • Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
  • Increased product quality by adhering to strict tolerances and carefully monitoring machining processes.
  • Reduced material waste through precise programming of CNC machines for accurate cutting and milling operations.
  • Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts.
  • Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
  • Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition.
  • Input instructions to program CNC machines to control machine movement and produce parts to specification.
  • Performed accurate Type tool changes and offsets.

Ace Manufacturing Industries

CNC Machine Operator
07.2017 - 10.2019

Tufco L.P.

Splicer
11.2015 - 02.2017

Job overview

  • Adjust machine controls to alter position, alignment, speed, or pressure
  • Examine, measure, and weigh materials or products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring devices such as rulers, micrometers, or scales
  • Maintain production records, such as quantities, types, and dimensions of materials produced
  • Mark cutting lines or identifying information on stock, using marking pencils, rulers, or scribes
  • Move stock or scrap to and from machines manually, or by using carts, handtrucks, or lift trucks
  • Monitor operation of cutting or slicing machines to detect malfunctions or to determine whether supplies need replenishment
  • Press buttons, pull levers, or depress pedals to start and operate cutting and slicing machines
  • Remove completed materials or products from cutting or slicing machines, and stack or store them for additional processing
  • Remove defective or substandard materials from machines, and readjust machine components so that products meet standards
  • Review work orders, blueprints, specifications, or job samples to determine components, settings, and adjustments for cutting and slicing machines
  • Type instructions on computer keyboards, push buttons to activate computer programs, or manually set cutting guides, clamps, and knives

I.Q. Staffing

Line worker(placed at Tufco L.P.)
08.2014 - 11.2015

Job overview

  • Load materials and products into package processing equipment
  • Examine and inspect containers, materials, and products to ensure that packing specifications are met
  • Clean containers, materials, supplies, or work areas, using cleaning solutions and hand tools
  • Assemble, line, and pad cartons, crates, and containers, using hand tools
  • Measure, weigh, and count products and materials
  • Seal containers or materials, using glues, fasteners, nails, and hand tools
  • Record product, packaging, and order information on specified forms and records
  • Obtain, move, and sort products, materials, containers, and orders, using hand tools
  • Mark and label containers, container tags, or products, using marking tools

Self Employed

Barber
05.2004 - 08.2014

Job overview

  • Cut, shampoo, comb, and style hair
  • Shave clients, trim beards and mustaches, give scalp treatments, and apply facials
  • Schedule appointments, maintain records of work performed, and inventory equipment and supplies
  • Massage neck, face and scalp
  • Consult with clients on matters pertaining to their hair care needs

RG Ray Inc

Machinist
01.2004 - 04.2004

Job overview

  • Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines
  • Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and vernier calipers
  • Check workpieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated and cooled
  • Dismantle machines or equipment, using hand tools and power tools, in order to examine parts for defects and replace defective parts where needed
  • Fit and assemble parts to make or repair machine tools
  • Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock in order to display placement of cuts
  • Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders
  • Maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures
  • Measure, examine, and test completed units in order to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments such as micrometers
  • Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process

UPS

Revenue Recovery
06.2003 - 04.2004

Job overview

  • Receives daily production assignments and shipping orders for final products
  • Bill customers for packages sent via the UPS system
  • Maintains product location files
  • Checks availability of items to be shipped by checking inventory records or conducting a spot inventory of required items
  • Weigh and measure packages to ensure shipping requirements are met

UPS

Package Sorter
02.2003 - 06.2003

Job overview

  • Grade and sort packages according to zip code
  • Segregate products on conveyor belt or table
  • Record grade on tag and shipping, receiving, and sales sheet
  • Weigh and place products in containers

UPS

Unloader
11.2002 - 02.2003

Job overview

  • Responsible for removing cargo and freight from trucks
  • Duties completed either manually or through the operation of specific types of unloader equipment including forklift and cranes

Education

Steinmetz High School
Chicago, IL

Triton College
Melrose Park, IL

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, Internet Explorer, Powerpoint, Access, Windows 10 and Outlook Express, Mako Paper Converter, Clipper Paper Converter, Illapac Wrapper
  • Product inspection
  • Visual inspection
  • Equipment calibration
  • Inspections and reviews
  • Test method validation
  • Workplace safety
  • Documentation skills
  • Auditing techniques
  • Continuous improvement
  • Knowledge of Hexagon CMM software

Timeline

Quality Control Technician

Velocity Machine Inc
09.2024 - Current

CNC Machine Operator

Velocity Machine Inc
11.2022 - Current

CNC Machine Operator

American Prosthetic Components
01.2020 - 07.2023

CNC Machine Operator

Ace Manufacturing Industries
07.2017 - 10.2019

Splicer

Tufco L.P.
11.2015 - 02.2017

Line worker(placed at Tufco L.P.)

I.Q. Staffing
08.2014 - 11.2015

Barber

Self Employed
05.2004 - 08.2014

Machinist

RG Ray Inc
01.2004 - 04.2004

Revenue Recovery

UPS
06.2003 - 04.2004

Package Sorter

UPS
02.2003 - 06.2003

Unloader

UPS
11.2002 - 02.2003

Steinmetz High School

Triton College

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