Matthew Zeller

Direct Nakamura operations at Wilson Combat through setup execution, process development, and maintenance oversight. Coordinate machine setups across multiple shop machines while serving as auxiliary lead for shop operations. Maintain full-facility key access and support secure site coverage for past 5 years.

Prior positions included Nightshift production manager, quality control inspector and weekend maintenance crew. As the nightshift manager I was required to assign operators to various machines based on priority to production, further develop the skillsets under my supervision, coordinate with the head of operations on production needs, set up various processes, Operate and perform all production checks using CMM, optical measurement machines, finish gauges, height gauges, and various forms of manual measurement. While on nightshift i would also run the more difficult processes personally.

In the quality control department I would inspect various vendor parts as well as perform regular production checks. While in the inspection department I gained the knowledge to program optical machines and some light CMM programming.

During my overtime shifts i would assist the maintenance department with machine repair and maintenance. Tasks would include coolant tank cleanings, oil system drain and replacement. Repairs to leaks in electrical, nematic and hydraulic systems. Updating HAAS 3 axis machines to 4th and 5th axis capabilities. Removal and replacement of spindles, machine repair and alignments including my nakamura NTY3-100 mill turn stations.