Mark Zimmerman
Gastonia,NC
Summary
Experienced Production Manager with a strong background in manufacturing and process optimization. Proven track record in designing and enhancing production systems while prioritizing safety and quality. Demonstrated leadership through effective staff development and operational improvements, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced waste. Recognized for ensuring timely project delivery and fostering collaboration across teams to achieve corporate goals. Results-driven Production Manager with a proven track record in optimizing processes and enhancing quality standards. Skilled in CNC machine programming and group oversight, dedicated to delivering efficient operations and strategic troubleshooting.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Manager
WH Rogers Sheet
Charlotte, NC
10.2002 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of sheet metal fabrication shop, supervising 20 employees in various skilled roles.
- Oversaw Set up and operation of Haas and Mazak lathes and mills to perform one or more machine functions on metal workpieces.
- Ensured all products met quality standards and shipped on required delivery dates.
- Utilized software like SolidWorks, CAMWorks, SigmaNEST, and Microsoft Excel for production management.
- Reviewed processing schedules to make informed decisions on inventory and staffing needs.
- Directed production and distribution activities, optimizing processes across industrial operations.
- Developed production tracking systems to identify and resolve operational issues.
- Hired, trained, and evaluated staff while addressing personnel grievances.
- Prepared and maintained comprehensive production reports and personnel records.
CNC Operator
American Linc Corp
Gastonia, NC
05.1998 - 10.2002
- Transferred commands from servers to computer numerical control (CNC) modules, using computer network links.
- Checked to ensure that workpieces were properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation.
- Set up and operated Haas and Mazak lathes and mills to perform one or more machine functions on metal workpieces.
- Inserted control instructions into machine control units to start operation.
- Reviewed program specifications or blueprints to determine and set machine operations and sequencing, finished workpiece dimensions, or numerical control sequences.
- Listened to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to compensate for problems.
- Removed and replaced dull cutting tools.
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Daimler Trucks North
Gastonia, NC
02.1993 - 04.1998
- Measured completed workpieces to verify conformance to specifications, using micrometers, gauges, calipers, templates, or rulers.
- Examined completed workpieces for defects, such as chipped edges or marred surfaces and sort defective pieces according to types of flaws.
- Read work orders or production schedules to determine specifications, such as materials to be used, locations of cutting lines, or dimensions and tolerances.
- Loaded workpieces, plastic material, or chemical solutions into machines.
- Set up, operated, or tended machines to saw, cut, shear, slit, punch, crimp, notch, bend, or straighten metal or plastic material.
- Started machines, monitored their operations, and recorded operational data.
- Tested and adjusted machine speeds or actions, according to product specifications, using gauges and hand tools.
- Installed, aligned, and locked specified punches, dies, cutting blades, or other fixtures in rams or beds of machines, using gauges, templates, feelers, shims, and hand tools.
- Cleaned and lubricated machines.
- Positioned, aligned, and secure workpieces against fixtures or stops on machine beds or on dies.
Education
Machinist - CNC Machining
Gaston College
Dallas, North Carolina, NC09-1989
Skills
- Production management
- CNC machine programming
- Haas lathe
- Mazak milling center
- Calipers
- Micrometer
- Welding
- Quality Inspection
- SolidWorks
- CAMWorks
- CNC Machine operation
- Tooling setup
- Quality management
- Group oversight expertise
- Strategic troubleshooting
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Production Manager
WH Rogers Sheet
10.2002 - Current
CNC Operator
American Linc Corp
05.1998 - 10.2002
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Daimler Trucks North
02.1993 - 04.1998
Machinist - CNC Machining
Gaston College