Skilled Apprentice Tool Maker with practical experience in tool design and fabrication. Strong understanding of blueprint reading, precision measurements, and machine operations related to tool making. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot issues, maintain equipment, and improve production efficiency. Proven track record for improving workflow and contributing to team success by sharing advanced technical knowledge.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Apprentice Tool Maker
Meaden Precision Machined Products Co.
Burr Ridge, IL
10.2023 - 10.2024
Performed complex machining operations on manual and CNC lathes, mills, and grinders.
Operated surface plate inspection equipment to verify dimensions of parts.
Assisted Tool Room staff in the fabrication of new tooling for production needs.
Developed methods and processes to improve quality, accuracy, and efficiency of tooling.
Maintained cutting tools inventory by ordering supplies as needed.
Utilized a variety of measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, gauges., to check parts for conformance to specifications.
Researched new technologies related to machining operations in order to stay current with industry trends.
Collaborated with other departments regarding design changes or modifications on existing tooling.
Inspected finished parts for conformance with engineering requirements prior to delivery.
Disassembled old tooling components for rework or repair as necessary.
Fixed tooling problems and production bottlenecks to increase efficiency.
Reviewed blueprints and instructions to define tooling requirements.
Troubleshot problems with existing tooling to determine cause and resolution.
Education
Machining Technology
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL
05-2023
Massasoit Community College
Brockton, MA
Skills
Precision machining
Milling
Mechanical aptitude
Tool repair history
Milling machine operation
Safety procedures
Measurement techniques
Tool maintenance
Lathing
Surface grinding
Lathe operation
CAD software
Machine operation
Timeline
Apprentice Tool Maker
Meaden Precision Machined Products Co.
10.2023 - 10.2024
Machining Technology
College of DuPage
Massasoit Community College
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