Michael Dixon
Warsaw,Indiana
Summary
Hands-on Machine Operator offering 35 plus years of experience working in manufacturing settings and operating machinery for production. Demonstrates mastery of complex mathematical concepts and gauging techniques to inspect parts and conduct measurements. Detailed individual proficient in cleaning and disassembling machines.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machine Operator
Paragon Medical, Inc.
Pierceton, IN
12.2021 - Current
- Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
Machinist
B+M Instruments
Warsaw, Indiana
10.2013 - 03.2020
- Set up and run machines
- Set zero points, put tools on different work shifts.
- Trained new employees in the use of machinery used in the manufacturing process.
- Prove out New Programs
- Do F.A.L and summit them
Group Leader
Zimmer
Warsaw, Indiana
02.1988 - 03.2013
- Set machine up and run machines, prove programs, test tooling, set zero points, run sonic tanks, blast cabinets, polished hip stems
- Pull stock, fill orders and perform cycle counts, order materials for Dept
- Keep work flowing through Dept
- Place employees where needed in Dept.
Machinist
Biomet
Warsaw, Indiana
11.1987 - 02.1988
- Set up and run machines.
Education
Certification
- 2009 Penetrant Inspection 6 Hours Hands On Training
- 2009 Penetrant Inspection 6 Hours Classroom Training
- 2002 Zimmer 5S Program
- 1996 Problems Solving, Team Building Hip Dept.
- 1996 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance
- 1994 Basic Liquid Penetrat Inspection
- 1992 Problem Solving, Team Building Knee Dept.
- 1992 Basic S.P.C.
Horizontal Mills
- Mazack Mill
- Bridgeport Mill
- Leblond Mill
- HC-400 Mill
- HC-500 Mill
- Cincinnati Milacron Mill
- Hermle Mill
- Maho Mill
Cnc Machines
- Star Lathe
- Okuma Lathe
- Hi-cell Lathe
- Waseeno Lathe
- Victor Lathe
- Mori Seiki Lathe
- Hitachi Seiki Lathe
Manual Machines
- Harding Chucker Lathe
- Warner Swaysie Lathe
- Bridgeport Mill
- Bed Mill
- Drill Press
- Surface Grinder
- Gun Drill
- Drill Grinder
References
- Steve Sewaski, 574-527-8592
- Steve Bucher, 574-527-9449
Timeline
Machine Operator
Paragon Medical, Inc.
12.2021 - Current
Machinist
B+M Instruments
10.2013 - 03.2020
Group Leader
Zimmer
02.1988 - 03.2013
Machinist
Biomet
11.1987 - 02.1988
- 2009 Penetrant Inspection 6 Hours Hands On Training
- 2009 Penetrant Inspection 6 Hours Classroom Training
- 2002 Zimmer 5S Program
- 1996 Problems Solving, Team Building Hip Dept.
- 1996 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance
- 1994 Basic Liquid Penetrat Inspection
- 1992 Problem Solving, Team Building Knee Dept.
- 1992 Basic S.P.C.