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Matt Kinkoph

Lagrange,OH

Summary

Dynamic machinist with extensive experience at Plastipak Packaging Inc., excelling in blueprint reading and complex problem solving. Achieved significant production efficiency improvements through innovative tooling designs and effective troubleshooting. Proven ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high-quality standards and fostering teamwork in fast-paced environments.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Projects Machinist

Plastipak Packaging Inc.
04.2007 - Current
  • Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
  • Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
  • Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
  • Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
  • Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
  • Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
  • Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
  • Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
  • Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
  • Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.
  • Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
  • Optimized tooling performance through regular inspection, cleaning, sharpening or replacing worn tools as needed.
  • Achieved tight tolerances by carefully calibrating machines before beginning each job.
  • Supported recordkeeping by logging daily production, scrap rate and machine maintenance data.
  • Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on machines regularly to minimize downtime due to breakdowns or malfunctions.
  • Maintained detailed records of completed jobs, tracking materials used and time spent on each project for accurate billing purposes.
  • Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
  • Collaborated with quality assurance team to resolve discrepancies and implement corrective actions for non-conforming parts.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
  • Reduced waste and increased material utilization with precise measurement and cutting techniques.
  • Improved workplace safety by performing routine maintenance on machinery and ensuring all equipment was in proper working order.
  • Collaborated with engineers to develop new parts, interpreting blueprints and schematics for accurate production.
  • Suggested new methods of machining that resulted in better product quality with reduced production time.
  • Maximized machine uptime by efficiently scheduling jobs based on priority level and resource availability.
  • Reduced error and non-conformances with by utilising fixtures and cutting tools on CNC machines.
  • Contributed to project planning, estimating timelines and material requirements for upcoming projects.
  • Streamlined production processes, setting up machinery and tools before each project.
  • Adapted to rapidly changing production needs, quickly learning new machining techniques and technologies.
  • Delivered complex projects on time, managing multiple machining tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
  • Measured, examined or tested completed units to check for defects and verify conformance to specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers.

Tool and Die Maker

MSK Tool and Die
11.2004 - 04.2007
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety regulations and proper equipment handling procedures.
  • Reduced machine downtime by performing regular maintenance and repairs on die sets and equipment.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by designing and fabricating custom tooling for manufacturing processes.
  • Build and repair tooling for complex four slide and stamping dies
  • Fabricate jigs and fixtures for prototype and production applications
  • Built and maintained welding, brazing and holding fixtures
  • Machining of tight tolerance specialty parts out of many different materials such as polycarbonate, carbon, teflon, aluminum, stainless, etc.

Tool and Die Maker

Amherst Metal Products - Bettcher Manufacturing
12.1996 - 10.2004
  • Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders and emery cloths.
  • Build and repair of four slide and stamping dies including wire forms
  • Maintain and troublshooting for four slide and punch press dies, single hit to transfer, 45-1000 ton
  • Gage and fixture design and build
  • Four slide and punch press setup


Education

High School Degree - Precision Machine Technology

Keyston High School
Lagrange, OH
06-1997

Skills

  • Blueprint reading
  • Machine operation/Machine Building
  • Troubleshooting
  • Lathe/Mill operation
  • Reverse Engineering
  • Mechanical
  • Quality Assurance
  • Time Management
  • Design
  • Equipment Selection
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Mastercam

Accomplishments

  • Conserved resources by using equipment and supplies efficiently.
  • Met company standard times and individual productivity goals.
  • Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].

Timeline

Special Projects Machinist

Plastipak Packaging Inc.
04.2007 - Current

Tool and Die Maker

MSK Tool and Die
11.2004 - 04.2007

Tool and Die Maker

Amherst Metal Products - Bettcher Manufacturing
12.1996 - 10.2004

High School Degree - Precision Machine Technology

Keyston High School

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