Matthew Jenkins
Millport,AL
Summary
Experienced Machinist with 8 years of proven track record in setting up and operating machine tools for precision parts. Skilled in efficiently assembling and disassembling equipment to create high-quality components from various materials. Committed to meeting customer satisfaction standards, approaching each job with energy and dedication. Adaptable and quick to learn in fast-paced, high-volume environments, consistently prioritizing safety standards. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, a willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results, ready to take on new challenges and advance organizational objectives with unwavering dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist
Glenn Machine Works
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- 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.
Machinist
ITT Inc.
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Operated and maintained a variety of precision machining equipment, including lathes, mills, grinders, and CNC machines
- Interpreted blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine machining requirements
- Set up machines by installing and adjusting cutting tools, fixtures, and workpieces according to job instructions
- Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions; made adjustments as necessary
- Conducted regular inspections of machined parts for quality assurance purposes; implemented corrective actions when defects were identified
- Utilized various measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc., to verify part dimensions within specified tolerances
Machinist
LAVENDER, INC.
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Operate manual lathe and mills
- Maintain quality standards and tolerances
- Fitting and fabrication of parts
Quality Coordinator
Mississippi Precision Parts
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Develop and implement quality control procedures and standards
- Conduct inspections of castings and other products
- Analyze data to identify and correct quality problems
- Work with other departments to ensure that quality standards are met
- Train employees on quality procedures and standards
- Maintain quality records and reports
- Participate in quality improvement projects
- Developed a culture of continuous improvement within the organization by encouraging team members to identify opportunities for enhancement and facilitating their efforts to implement those changes.
- Reduced non-conformances with thorough root cause analysis and effective corrective actions.
- Implemented corrective action plans to address any identified deficiencies in the manufacturing process, reducing instances of defective products reaching customers'' hands.
- Ensured all products met or exceeded customer requirements through rigorous testing and inspection procedures.
CNC Operator
Baldor/ABB
07.2021 - 01.2023
- Manufacture precision parts utilizing CNC machines
- Maintain quality standards and tolerances
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Enhanced workplace safety by following all company protocols and guidelines during daily operations.
- Maintained accurate records of all completed jobs, tracking progress throughout the production cycle to ensure timely delivery to customers.
- Ensured high-quality products by conducting regular inspections of finished parts and addressing any issues promptly.
- Seamlessly transitioned between various CNC machine types, demonstrating adaptability and versatility as an operator.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Adhered to strict quality control standards by using precision measuring tools such as micrometers or calipers during the inspection process of finished products.
- Assisted in training new CNC operators, sharing best practices and offering guidance as needed.
Rebuild/Install
Auto-Chlor Systems
12.2020 - 07.2021
- Rebuild, Install, and service dish machines
- Maintain warehouse
CNC Operator
MCM
09.2020 - 11.2020
- Manufacture precision parts utilizing CNC machines
- Maintain quality standards and tolerances
General Labor
Bama BioTech
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Assisted with putting in ductwork and general maintenance
CNC Operator
Arch Global Precision
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Manufacture precision parts utilizing CNC machines
- Maintain quality standards and tolerances within the microns
- Perform process optimizations
- Maintain 5S Standards
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Enhanced workplace safety by following all company protocols and guidelines during daily operations.
- Maintained accurate records of all completed jobs, tracking progress throughout the production cycle to ensure timely delivery to customers.
- Ensured high-quality products by conducting regular inspections of finished parts and addressing any issues promptly.
- Utilized calipers and other measuring tools to increase accuracy of parts.
- Adjusted machine settings to achieve desired results and meet customer specifications.
- Operated CNC machines to produce components with tight tolerances.
CNC Operator
Hyster-Yale
04.2018 - 01.2019
- Set up and run multiple CNC machines to manufacture parts for fork trucks
Customer Service Representative
Sitel
09.2016 - 04.2018
- Performed in-depth research to answer more complex questions
- Guaranteed positive customer experiences and resolved all customer complaints
- Answered employee questions regarding Health and Welfare benefits and resolved any issues
Stacker Operator & Forklift Driver
Georgia Pacific
03.2016 - 09.2016
- Reviewed equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks
- Used equipment such as loaders, hand trucks, forklifts and cranes in a safe and efficient manner
- Collaborated in a team environment to maintain high levels of productivity
- Loaded items in the optimal manner to maximize efficiency of work
Stocker
Family Dollar
08.2015 - 03.2016
- Monitored the work space to ensure that it was neat, orderly and safe
- Answered customer quests, provided store information and escorted to desired store areas
- Greeted customers and retrieved products that they requested
- Blocked and faced all products on shelves and displays to meet company policies
- Properly disposed of debris and box packaging
- Checked shelves, ensuring that they were always fully stocked
- Resolved customer problems by investigating issues, answering questions and building rapport
Crew Leader
Alabama Hood & Exhaust Cleaning
06.2013 - 08.2015
- Schedule jobs , Supervise .Drive to jobs Clean and maintain hood and exhaust systems in commercial kitchens
- Including exhaust fan repair and replacement
- Documented orders, daily activities, weekly schedules and team performance
- Supervised employees as they completed tasks, ensuring that they met high company standards
- Inspected the job site after every shift to make sure that it was neat, organized and that trash had been placed in the proper receptacle
- Exceeded customer product expectations by maintaining equipment to product quality products
Technician
Sentinel Cleaning Inc.
03.2011 - 06.2013
- Clean and maintain hood and exhaust systems in commercial kitchens
- Including exhaust fan repair and replacement
- Planned work and determined appropriate tools and equipment
- Worked overtime, including evenings and weekends, to respond to emergencies and fix unsafe conditions
- Responsible for promoting a safe and clean working environment
Manager
Woodlands Paintball
02.2010 - 02.2011
- Consulted with customers on the latest styles and trends
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions
- Resolved customer problems by investigating issues, answering questions and building rapport
- Described use and operation of merchandise to customers
- Verified that all merchandising standards were maintained on a daily basis
Education
High School Diploma -
South Lamar High School
Millport, ALSkills
- File/records maintenance Quick learner Reports generation and analysis Operations management Resultsoriented Microsoft Office Computer proficient Financial records and processing Project Management MultiTask Management Customer Satisfaction Creative Problem Solving
- 5S
- Lean Manufacturing
- Lean
- Manufacturing
- CNC (5 years)
- Process Improvement
- Machining (5 years)
- Warehouse experience
- CNC Lathe (5 years)
- CNC Milling Machine
- Micrometer
- GD&T (5 years)
- Quality Management
- Calipers
- Calibration
- Microsoft 365
- Quality Assurance
- Coordinate Measuring Machine
- Fanuc (5 years)
- Siemens (5 years)
- Okuma (2 years)
- Spectrometer (1 year)
- Precision measuring instruments (5 years)
- VTL (2 years)
- Blueprint reading
- CNC lathe
- ISO 9001
- Quality control
- Quality management
- Quality assurance
- Windows
- Customer service
- CNC milling machine
- Computer skills
- Communication skills
- Basic math
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Assembly
- Forklift
- Quality inspection
- Quality systems
- Dimensional inspection
- Fabrication
- Machine operation
- Troubleshooting
- Lathe operation
- Precision machining
- Machine setup
- Manual milling
- Visual inspection
- Precise measuring
- CNC machine operation
- Caliper use
- Equipment operation
- Surface grinding
- Assembly and production
- Mechanical drawing interpretation
- CNC operation
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Deburring skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Sawing and sanding
- Drilling operations
- Equipment monitoring
- Production planning
- Quality control analysis
- Specification reading
- Tool selection
- Metalworking techniques
- Large lathe operation
- Fanuc controls
- Operations support
- Fixture design
- Tapping operations
- Part inspection
- Surface finishing
- Schematic interpretation
- Grinding machine operation
- Thread and plug gauges
- Fixture setup
- Measurement tools
- Tooling and fixtures
- Numerical accuracy
- De-burring
- Tapping and milling
- Tool wear analysis
- CNC and manual equipment
- Boring operations
- Reading micrometers
- Detail-oriented
- Precision measuring instruments
- Flexible and adaptable
- Machinery cleaning
Timeline
Machinist
Glenn Machine Works
02.2025 - 04.2025
Machinist
ITT Inc.
07.2024 - 11.2024
Machinist
LAVENDER, INC.
11.2023 - 05.2024
Quality Coordinator
Mississippi Precision Parts
05.2023 - 11.2023
CNC Operator
Baldor/ABB
07.2021 - 01.2023
Rebuild/Install
Auto-Chlor Systems
12.2020 - 07.2021
CNC Operator
MCM
09.2020 - 11.2020
General Labor
Bama BioTech
05.2020 - 09.2020
CNC Operator
Arch Global Precision
02.2019 - 03.2020
CNC Operator
Hyster-Yale
04.2018 - 01.2019
Customer Service Representative
Sitel
09.2016 - 04.2018
Stacker Operator & Forklift Driver
Georgia Pacific
03.2016 - 09.2016
Stocker
Family Dollar
08.2015 - 03.2016
Crew Leader
Alabama Hood & Exhaust Cleaning
06.2013 - 08.2015
Technician
Sentinel Cleaning Inc.
03.2011 - 06.2013
Manager
Woodlands Paintball
02.2010 - 02.2011
High School Diploma -
South Lamar High School
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