Manuel Gardea

Contractor Job

• Performed offline programming using CAD and CAM software such as Fusion 360 CAM.
• Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process to report problems and required repairs.
• Created soft jaws per custom parts.
• Indicated soft jaws using Haas probing.
• provided intricate product using tight tolerance +- .005.

Contractor Job

• Performed offline programming using CAD and CAM software such as Fusion 360 or Solidworks CAM.
• Observed machines for proper functioning and made adjustments to meet specifications.
• Maintained records of all changes made to the CNC programs.

• Optimized existing programs to reduce cycle times and improve part accuracy.
• Add material to Cabinet Vision library.
• Modify Existing material per standard material list.
• Optimize using Ardis for a better yield.

• Reviewed CNC designs for pre-production errors, eliminating design flaws to reduce raw material waste.
  
• Created instructions for machinists and reviewed 3D CAD design blueprints.
  
• Analyzed job orders and performed necessary calculations while modifying
  existing programs for increased efficiency.
  
• Checked completed programs by running simulations and tests while preparing geometric layout of designs using task-specific software.
  
• Inspected finished products to verify compliance with production tolerances.
  
• Worked closely with clients to establish specifications.
  
• Used Solidworks Cad to assemble parts onto fixtures for the following types of machining such as: 4-axis rotating fixture and 3-axis.
  
• Used PowerMill CAM software to program all required jobs.
  
• Created Macro variables for automation robots for Makinos Pro 5 and Pro 6.
  
• Used Macro variable to also program for the blum laser touch probe.
  
• Used Macro variables within Powermill to create plugins to post process
  programs faster, create setup sheets, auto number tooling, and collision
  gouge check.

• Performed calculations, determined materials to be cut and translated
  instructions into CAM program.
• Determined program operations sequences and chose appropriate tooling.
  
• Set up/ adjusted, specialized machine tools to support precision machining operations.
  
• Observed machines for proper functioning and made adjustments to meet specifications and complete work orders on-time and under budget.
  
• Troubleshot machinery and programming issues to exceed production goals.
  
• Cleaned broken 3D scanned STL files to have a smooth, finished part for production.
  
• Ran HAAS UMC 1000ss with NGC (Next Generation Controller)
  
• Modified / reversed engineered valve covers, engine blocks, intercoolers for Subaru performance using Fusion 360.
  Programmed using Powermill

• 3 years experienced in 3D CAD CAM - Inventor, Inventor cam, Woodworking 4 Inventor, Vault.
  
• 5.4 years experience in Mastercam, (5yrs in X4 and 4months in 2018)
  
• Determined program operations sequences and chose appropriate tooling.
  
• Implemented Autodesk inventor cam standards across family divisions per BlueCell implementation
  
• Performed calculations, determined materials to be cut for a better yield when nesting same like material for cost savings.
  
• Worked along with the engineer in bill of materials (B.O.M) for future processing, when nesting true shape for top level assembly.
  
• Saved the company millions in production by not sourcing out for a third party post processor.
  
• Create/ Modified post processor for Inventor Cam per company Biesse milling & Amada C02 laser cnc machines, 1 post processor for 4 Biesse machines (2 point to point, 2 flatbeds, 1 laser Fanuc control).
  
• Modify existing software to correct errors, adapt it per company standards, to improve performance (woodworking 4 inventor).
  Analyze information to determine, recommend, or modify of an existing system (BlueCell) to implement it for the company's requirements.
  
• Consult with engineering staff to evaluate software, specifications and
  requirements for production processing.
• Monitor functioning of equipment (cnc machines) to ensure system operates in conformance with specification's.
• Applied Company's ERP number's into Inventor material callout, EXAMPLE:
  rather than using (LPP1S) from zlibrary it'll be (2010-00667).
  
• Instruct engineers how to use base sketch so it does not affect programming when using inventor nesting feature.
  
• Instruct engineers to use metric when applying holes due to WW4I not
  registering decimal point correctly. EXAMPLE: (8mmb rather than .314).
  Create, correct/ modify entire assemblies for quality production.
  
• Create DWG's/ modify to meet company standards and to produce on time per project managers request.
  
• Processed redlines per project managers request.
  
• Run CNC machines when the mill would be short staff.
  
• Observed machines for proper functioning and made adjustments to meet specifications and complete work orders on-time and under budget.
  
• Troubleshot machinery and programming issues to exceed production goals.

• 5 years experienced in Mastercam X4
  
• Engineered precise base components per Blown Sphere's.
  
• Developed and implemented best practices for defect prevention and
  continuous improvement.
  
• Performed quality audits and root cause analysis and organized government
  inspections, quality testing (med-Eng) Safariland Group Visor's.
  
• Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples. Inspected quality of finished products, making minor repairs to meet project
  expectations. Wrote detailed reports outlining performance, quality and defect rates.
  
• Completed tests and visual inspections continuously.
  Reviewed drawings and blueprints to determine appropriate level of inspection required. Worked with sales manager to meet customer needs in product.
  
• Engineered/ designed using Mastercam X4 for custom parts per customer requirements. Presented preliminary DWG's to customer for approval. Recommended design modifications to eliminate machine and system malfunctions. Managed and directed material analysis actions to test for durability (Acrylics, Plexi Glass, Abs). Researched and analyzed customer design proposals, specifications.
  
• Produced 2D and 3D design drafts using hand drawings and AutoCad software.