Matthew Levesque
Zephyrhills,FL
Summary
Collaborative leader partners with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Self Employed
07.2024 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Machinist
Hillside Custom Machine Shop
05.2015 - 06.2024
- 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.
- Increased precision of manufactured components by implementing quality control measures and using advanced measuring tools.
- Minimized material waste, calculating optimal cutting paths and material usage in advance.
- Facilitated smoother project transitions by maintaining clear and detailed production logs.
- Reduced machine downtime, conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting minor issues.
- Customized machining techniques to meet unique project specifications, ensuring client satisfaction.
- Mastered various machining operations, including milling, drilling, and turning, to expand production capabilities.
- Improved product quality with meticulous inspection of machined parts against strict industry standards.
- Boosted machine lifespan, implementing proactive maintenance schedule and keeping detailed maintenance records.
- Contributed to project planning, estimating timelines and material requirements for upcoming projects.
- Achieved consistent quality, performing detailed final inspections and adjustments on completed parts.
- Delivered complex projects on time, managing multiple machining tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations by properly disposing of waste materials and chemicals.
- Adapted to rapidly changing production needs, quickly learning new machining techniques and technologies.
- Optimized tool usage, selecting appropriate cutting tools for different materials and tasks.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to refine product designs for manufacturability.
- Repaired and maintained machine tools, fixtures and other production equipment.
- Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
- Operated CNC and manual lathes, mills and drill presses to produce precision machined components.
- Inspected and measured machined parts for conformance to specified tolerances.
- Measured, examined or tested completed units to check for defects and verify conformance to specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers.
- Trained and mentored new and existing machinists on proper machining techniques.
- Developed jigs, fixtures and tooling to meet production requirements.
- Calibrated and aligned machine components for proper functioning.
- Studied sample parts, blueprints or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.
- Collaborated with engineers and other machinists to develop optimal machining processes.
- Researched and identified new machining technologies and techniques.
- Recommended adjustments to production processes to optimize product quality.
CDL Class B Driver
Krapfs Coaches
08.2012 - 05.2015
- Promoted a positive work environment as part of a team-oriented atmosphere among fellow drivers.
- Completed daily inspection reports to ensure proper functioning of the vehicle and adherence to safety protocols.
- Streamlined documentation processes by keeping detailed logs of mileage, routes traveled, fuel consumption, and expenses incurred.
- Improved overall delivery timeframes by effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Developed strong relationships with clients by providing exceptional communication and service.
- Collaborated with dispatchers for accurate scheduling, addressing any changes or issues promptly.
- Demonstrated professionalism in handling difficult situations, resolving conflicts with customers amicably.
- Provided courteous service to customers at each stop, addressing inquiries or concerns while representing the company positively.
- Navigated diverse road conditions, demonstrating strong adaptability and excellent driving skills.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Bayshore High School
Bay Shore, NY06.1998
Skills
- Small business operations
Timeline
Owner
Self Employed
07.2024 - Current
Machinist
Hillside Custom Machine Shop
05.2015 - 06.2024
CDL Class B Driver
Krapfs Coaches
08.2012 - 05.2015
High School Diploma - General Studies
Bayshore High School
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