Michael Bair
Saltsburg,US
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills, adept at managing multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Seeking a full-time position that presents professional challenges to leverage interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving abilities to contribute effectively to the team.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Wire edm operator
Advanced carbide grinding
12.2024 - Current
- Assessed finished materials to ensure they met specifications.
- Read and analyzed work orders to determine machine and equipment settings and product specifications.
- Performed test production runs to identify and execute needed adjustments.
- Optimized tool production processes with wire EDM machine operation.
- Reduced machine downtime through proactive maintenance, boosting productivity.
- Collaborated with team to troubleshoot and resolve production issues swiftly.
- Applied technical skills to optimize machine settings, improving output quality.
- Contributed to achieving production targets by maintaining high operational standards.
- Operate wire EDM machines to produce precision parts
- Enhance production efficiency by optimizing machine settings
- Apply technical skills to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues
- Ensure quality control through meticulous inspection processes
- Conducted routine preventative maintenance on EDM machines, reducing unexpected breakdowns and costly repairs.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper machine operation procedures, promoting a culture of knowledge sharing among the team.
- Understood CNC coordinate systems and offsets, part inspection, print reading and cutting tool theory.
- Utilized various software programs to program CNC/EDM machines efficiently based on provided blueprints and schematics.
- Observed machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction.
- Consistently achieved tight tolerances required within projects using precise calibration techniques.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting issues, ensuring minimal downtime during the work shift.
- Improved production efficiency by optimizing EDM machine settings and implementing new techniques.
- Managed inventory of consumables used in EDM operations, ensuring adequate supply levels were maintained at all times.
- Set machine stops and guides to proper alignment and adjusted when needed to maintain consistent production time and quality.
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove, and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
- Modified machine settings to accommodate different materials.
- Removed jammed materials from machines and readjusted components as necessary to resume operations.
- Monitored machine settings and adjusted to correct malfunctions or errors.
Wire edm operator
Pennstate tool and die
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Evaluated and measured completed materials and products to verify conformance to specifications.
- Read and analyzed work orders to determine machine and equipment settings and product specifications.
- Performed test production runs to identify and execute needed adjustments.
- Operated wire EDM machines, enhancing precision and efficiency in tool production.
- Reduced machine downtime through proactive maintenance, boosting productivity.
- Collaborated with team to troubleshoot and resolve production issues swiftly.
- Applied technical skills to optimize machine settings, improving output quality.
- Contributed to achieving production targets by maintaining high operational standards.
- Operate wire EDM machines to produce precision parts
- Enhance production efficiency by optimizing machine settings
- Apply technical skills to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues
- Ensure quality control through meticulous inspection processes
EDM Machinist
Basic Carbide Corporation
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Resolved machining issues, enhancing machine uptime and performance.
- Operated multiple EDM machines, boosting output while maintaining quality.
- Maintained accurate work order records for better inventory and production planning.
- Measured parts for precision, ensuring compliance with specifications.
- Developed tooling to meet production needs, reducing material waste.
- Conducted routine preventative maintenance on EDM machines, reducing unexpected breakdowns and costly repairs.
- Consistently achieved tight tolerances required within projects using precise calibration techniques.
- Understood CNC coordinate systems and offsets, part inspection, print reading and cutting tool theory.
- Read and interpreted engineering drawings and specifications.
- Managed inventory of consumables used in EDM operations, ensuring adequate supply levels were maintained at all times.
- Adapted quickly to changes in project requirements or specifications, demonstrating flexibility in a dynamic environment.
- Increased overall output by consistently meeting production deadlines while maintaining accuracy and precision.
- Observed machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction.
- Followed specifications and procedures for tooling set-up, machine operation, work piece dimensions and programming.
- Maintained high quality standards for finished products through regular inspections and adjustments to the machines.
- Utilized various software programs to program CNC/EDM machines efficiently based on provided blueprints and schematics.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and preparing raw materials before processing.
- Maintained clear communication channels with supervisors and peers regarding progress updates or potential challenges faced during production runs.
- Improved production efficiency by optimizing EDM machine settings and implementing new techniques.
- Set machine stops and guides to proper alignment and adjusted when needed to maintain consistent production time and quality.
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove, and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
- Modified machine settings to accommodate different materials.
- Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions and report or resolve problems.
EDM Machinist
Elizabeth Carbide Components
05.1995 - 02.2024
- Resolved machining issues, enhancing machine uptime and performance.
- Operated multiple EDM machines, boosting output while maintaining quality.
- Maintained accurate work order records for better inventory and production planning.
- Measured parts for precision, ensuring compliance with specifications.
- Developed tooling to meet production needs, reducing material waste.
- Conducted routine preventative maintenance on EDM machines, reducing unexpected breakdowns and costly repairs.
- Consistently achieved tight tolerances required within projects using precise calibration techniques.
- Understood CNC coordinate systems and offsets, part inspection, print reading and cutting tool theory.
- Read and interpreted engineering drawings and specifications.
- Managed inventory of consumables used in EDM operations, ensuring adequate supply levels were maintained at all times.
- Adapted quickly to changes in project requirements or specifications, demonstrating flexibility in a dynamic environment.
- Increased overall output by consistently meeting production deadlines while maintaining accuracy and precision.
- Observed machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction.
- Followed specifications and procedures for tooling set-up, machine operation, work piece dimensions and programming.
- Maintained high quality standards for finished products through regular inspections and adjustments to the machines.
- Utilized various software programs to program CNC/EDM machines efficiently based on provided blueprints and schematics.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and preparing raw materials before processing.
- Maintained clear communication channels with supervisors and peers regarding progress updates or potential challenges faced during production runs.
- Improved production efficiency by optimizing EDM machine settings and implementing new techniques.
- Set machine stops and guides to proper alignment and adjusted when needed to maintain consistent production time and quality.
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove, and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
- Modified machine settings to accommodate different materials.
- Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions and report or resolve problems.
Education
Journeymen Tool And Die Maker -
NTMA
Pennsylvania 08.1998
Certificate Of Technical Studies - CNC Mill
Haas
06.2018
Diploma - undefined
Saltsburg Jr Sr High School
Saltsburg, PA06.1987
Skills
- Precision machining
- Electrode Fabrication
- Surface grinding
- Workpiece Setup
- Adaptive thinking
- Blueprint Reading
- Machine programming
- Documentation
- Wire EDM Operation
- Tool selection
- Fixture design
- Quality Control
- Geometric dimensioning
- Precision measurement
- Sinker EDM Operation
- Equipment operation
- CNC
- Calipers
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Micrometer
- CNC Milling Machine
- CNC Programming
- Schematics
- CNC Lathe
- Manufacturing
- Quality Inspection
- Technical Support
- Software Troubleshooting
- Calibration
- Coordinate Measuring Machine
- Quality Assurance
- Computer Operation
Additional Information
Been in edm for over 30 years ,have worked with sodick machines since the beginning.
A280L was my first learning curve and now i am getting my current employer set in wire edm and vertical edm while teaching a apprentice.
I have had experience with the probe system on the sodick wire edm along with the on board programing system .
I have been advising my current employer on the wire and vertical edms with tooling,fixtures and programs
Timeline
Wire edm operator
Advanced carbide grinding
12.2024 - Current
Wire edm operator
Pennstate tool and die
07.2024 - 12.2024
EDM Machinist
Basic Carbide Corporation
02.2024 - 07.2024
EDM Machinist
Elizabeth Carbide Components
05.1995 - 02.2024
Diploma - undefined
Saltsburg Jr Sr High School
Journeymen Tool And Die Maker -
NTMA
Certificate Of Technical Studies - CNC Mill
Haas
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