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Lester Truesdale

Saint Petersburg,Florida

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 and instruments.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Machinist A

Tse Industries
Clearwater, Florida
01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Operated CNC machines to produce precision components for automation and food processing
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot machine issues and ensure smooth operations.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to enhance performance and reliability.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate machining processes.
  • Trained new machinists on safety protocols and operational procedures.
  • Monitored production schedules to meet project deadlines effectively.
  • Adjusted machine settings for optimal performance based on material specifications.
  • Implemented quality control measures to maintain high manufacturing standards.
  • Maintained and operated a variety of computer-controlled and manual machines, milling machines, routers.
  • Troubleshot issues with machinery and took corrective action when necessary.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on all machines to ensure proper functioning.
  • Set up production parts according to blueprints or specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges.
  • Assisted in the design of jigs and fixtures needed for production runs.
  • Maintained work area and equipment cleanliness and followed sanitation and safety procedures.
  • Supervised and trained machinists in the operation of various machine tools.
  • Ensured that quality control standards were met by inspecting finished products.
  • 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.
  • Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.

CNC Machinist

Talon/Ichor
Tampa, Florida
12.2017 - 01.2025
  • Operated CNC machines for precision machining of components.
  • Interpreted technical drawings and specifications for accurate production.
  • Adjusted machine settings based on material specifications and tolerances.
  • Maintained clean work environment adhering to safety protocols.
  • Replace cutting tools according to job requirements; inspect tool condition regularly for wear and damage.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces.
  • Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.

  • Set-up and operated 3 and 4 axis horizonal and vertical mills,

CNC Machinist

Tse Industries
Clearwater, Florida
08.2009 - 01.2017
  • Operated CNC machines for precision machining of components.
  • Interpreted technical drawings and specifications for accurate production.
  • Conducted quality checks on finished products to ensure compliance.
  • Adjusted machine settings based on material specifications and tolerances.
  • Trained new employees on safe operation of CNC machinery.
  • Maintained clean work environment adhering to safety protocols.
  • Replace cutting tools according to job requirements; inspect tool condition regularly for wear and damage.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces.
  • Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
  • Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.

Education

Vocational Certificate - Precision Machining

Ptec
Saint Petersburg
10-2013

Some College (No Degree) - Auto Cad 1 And 2, Solidworks 1

SPC
Saint Petersburg

Skills

  • CNC machining
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Quality control
  • Tool fabrication
  • Employee training
  • Precision measurements
  • Problem solving
  • Machine setup
  • EditCNC
  • Metalworking
  • Tool selection
  • Blueprint reading
  • CNC machine operation

Timeline

Lead Machinist A

Tse Industries
01.2025 - 06.2025

CNC Machinist

Talon/Ichor
12.2017 - 01.2025

CNC Machinist

Tse Industries
08.2009 - 01.2017

Vocational Certificate - Precision Machining

Ptec

Some College (No Degree) - Auto Cad 1 And 2, Solidworks 1

SPC

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