Matthew Lofing
Osawatomie,KS
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in precision machining and team leadership, honed at Taylor Forge Engineered Systems and the US Army. Excelled in maintaining high-quality standards and optimizing team efficiency. Skilled in CNC operation and tactical leadership, with a proven track record of enhancing operational effectiveness and equipment management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machinist
Taylor Forge Engineered Systems
03.2022 - 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.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- 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.
- 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.
- Maintained detailed records of completed jobs, tracking materials used and time spent on each project for accurate billing purposes.
Infantry Squad Leader
US Army
01.2014 - 02.2022
- Managed logistical requirements for the squad, ensuring appropriate equipment allocation and maintenance schedules were followed.
- Maintained a high level of discipline and professionalism in the squad, leading by example at all times.
- Improved squad performance by implementing rigorous training and evaluation methods.
- Developed cohesion among team members through regular team-building exercises and open communication.
- Mentored junior soldiers on career progression opportunities within the Infantry field, providing guidance on promotion paths and required qualifications for advancement.
- Coordinated with higher command echelons for resource allocation, sharing valuable intel from ground-level observations to inform decision-making processes.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency, and knowledgeable assistance.
- Briefed leaders on readiness, equipment status, and enemy locations to enable sound decision making.
- Provided comprehensive after-action reviews following each operation, identifying areas for improvement and refining tactics as necessary.
- Evaluated subordinates'' job performances using objective criteria to recommend promotions or disciplinary actions when needed.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the squad, consistently seeking ways to optimize processes and increase efficiency.
- Operated heavy equipment, fire equipment and mobile Incident Command Center vehicle.
- Implemented risk mitigation measures during operations to minimize potential threats to personnel safety and mission objectives.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $2000000.
Education
EPA 608 Universal Exam
Osawatomie, KS06.2024
Basic Leaders Course
Noncommissioned Officer Academy (BLC)
Afghanistan 04.2018
United States Army Infantry School, Fort Benning
Fort Benning, GA05.2014
High School Diploma -
Osawatomie High School
Osawatomie, KS05.2013
Skills
- Blueprint Reading
- Machine Operation
- Troubleshooting
- Lathe Operation
- Precision machining
- Machine setup
- Quality Control
- Precise measuring
- CNC Machine Operation
- Caliper use
- Machine Maintenance
- Thread cutting
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Small unit tactics
- Team Management
- Tactical Leadership
- Patrolling Techniques
- Land Navigation
- Intelligence Gathering
- Equipment management
- Offensive Tactics
- Teamwork and Loyalty
- Team Leadership
- Radio Communications
- Squad Leadership
- Briefing leadership
- Sound Decision Making
- Assessing risks
- Maintaining equipment
- Identifying hazards
- Safety Protocols
- Managing PPE
- Report Writing
- Offensive and Defensive Combat Operations
Certification
EPA 608 Universal
Combat life savors course certification
Range safety officer certification
Timeline
Machinist
Taylor Forge Engineered Systems
03.2022 - Current
Infantry Squad Leader
US Army
01.2014 - 02.2022
EPA 608 Universal Exam
Basic Leaders Course
Noncommissioned Officer Academy (BLC)
United States Army Infantry School, Fort Benning
High School Diploma -
Osawatomie High School