Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
References
Timeline
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Miguel Rios

Fort Collins,CO

Summary

Dedicated and adaptable professional Machinist. Meticulous and systematic with excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Accomplished in Lean Manufacturing of precision parts and Medical instruments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Machinist

Woodward Inc
Fort Collins, CO
01.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for setting up and operating Makino A81 Mills, performing in-process inspections, and refreshing any worn or broken tooling
  • Despite receiving little guidance from managers with limited knowledge of machining procedures, I was able to gather information from other machinists and piece together 'tribal knowledge' to develop a system for training in-house talent to assist with machining and equipment staffing.
  • Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
  • Performed regular maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.
  • Maintained and monitored the operation of milling equipment.
  • Cleaned work areas and ensured all safety protocols were followed at all times.
  • Documented all production activities including quantity produced, scrap rate.

Machinist II / Fixture Engineer

Carlisle Corporation
Sylmar, CA
10.2019 - 11.2022
  • Responsibilities included setting up and operating Citizen Swiss Screw Machines to run validation testing for new parts and customers
  • In addition, I ensured that quality standards were maintained while running production by performing in-process inspections and addressing any issues with equipment or product quality promptly.
  • Provided support in manufacturing processes including CNC programming, tool selection and fixture design.
  • Designed fixtures, tooling and experimental parts to meet project needs.

Operations Manager/ CEO

HellCat Investments LLC
Camarillo, CA
09.2020 - 11.2022
  • Responsible for managing the e-commerce and physical cash flow operations, which included mobile detailing, vending machines, party rentals, a small manufacturing shop, and a distribution network for collectibles
  • I oversaw all aspects of the business, including inventory management, sales forecasting, and employee training
  • Under my leadership, the company scaled in revenue and profitability, and I was able to streamline operations and reduce costs
  • I also implemented new processes and technologies to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction
  • Overall, my experience as an Operations Manager and CEO has given me a strong foundation in business management and strategic planning.

Swiss Lathe Set up Tech II / Weekend Lead Machinist/ Quality Tech

M3 Precision LLC
Santa Barbara, CA
09.2017 - 08.2019
  • I was responsible for setting up and tearing down Tsugami and Star Micronics Swiss Lathes and LNS bar feeders as necessary to keep up with 'Job Shop' customer purchase orders
  • The products ranged from tight tolerance aerospace and medical manufacturing to custom prototype work using materials such as pure silver, macor, beryllium copper, titanium CP2, and polycarbonate
  • I performed quality checks on all production using Keyence IDMS and Mitutoyo Measurement Systems, ensuring that all parts met or exceeded customer specifications
  • My expertise in Swiss lathe set up and quality control allowed me to play a key role in ensuring that production was efficient, accurate, and high quality.

Mill Set-Up Machinist

Magnuson Superchargers
Ventura, CA
11.2016 - 08.2017
  • Set Up and Operate Fadal and HAAS Cnc Mills to Machine precision automotive superchargers.
  • Worked closely with Quality Control Department to ensure all parts meet customer specifications.

Lathe/Mill Set-Up Machinist

Turbonetics Inc
Moorpark, CA
07.2016 - 11.2016
  • Set up and Operate CNC lathes to machine and rework Automotive Turbochargers.
  • Troubleshooted machine malfunctions and adjusted settings as needed to ensure accuracy in product manufacturing process.

Set-Up Tech/ Section Lead

Relius Medical LLC
Colorado Spring, Co
08.2015 - 06.2016
  • As a Set-Up Tech on the 1st shift, I obtained job orders from engineering, gathered all necessary tooling and materials, and set up and operated equipment until the job ran out
  • 3rd shift, as the 'Nail Line' Section Lead, I ensured that the work flow on all six machining stations was smooth and efficient
  • I addressed any problems with equipment, product, or employees swiftly and promptly, and provided daily production updates to upper management.

CNC Machine Operator III/ Set Up Tech Apprentice / Quality Tech

Implant Direct/ Danaher Corporation
West Lake, CA
01.2015 - 08.2015
  • Key responsibilities were to assist Set-up operators in maintaining very tight tolerance dental implants within the specified visual and dimensional specifications, change out any worn tooling or trouble shoot any mid run inconsistencies in order to finish out the job.

CNC Machine Operator I / Set-Up Tech Apprentice

ECA Medical Instruments
Newbury Park, CA
01.2014 - 11.2014
  • Assist Set-Up operators in maintaining tight tolerance medical implants, while shadowing to acquire and develop machinist skillset.

CNC Operator

High Temp Insulation
Camarillo, CA
02.2012 - 01.2013
  • Set Up and Operate HAAS and Fadal Milling Machines According to engineering drawings and set up instructions.
  • Perform quality control checks on machined parts using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers and gauges.
  • Perform minor repairs on CNC machinery as needed.
  • Update knowledge base by attending training sessions or reading technical manuals.

Education

SHRM Human Resources Management -

University Of Laverne
01.2023

CNC Machinist Program -

Center For Employment Training
05.2014

Diploma -

Hueneme High School
06.2010

AS in Computer Sciences -

Ventura Community College

Skills

  • CNC mechanical equipment
  • Quality assurance
  • Tsugami BE12-V/ SS20 / SS30 Swiss Lathes
  • Keyence Image Dimension Measurement System
  • Star Micronics SB/SV series Swiss Lathes
  • Science Smart Scope Systems
  • HASS Mills/Lathes
  • Mitutoyo CMM
  • Fadal Mills
  • Starrett Optical Comparator Systems
  • Mori Seiki Lathes
  • Mitutoyo Digital/Dial 2D
  • Conventional Mills/Lathes
  • Cincinnati CNC Plasma Cutters
  • Eastman/Gerber CNC Table Cutters
  • Creality 3D Printers
  • Makino A81 Horizontal Mill
  • Crane Operation
  • GD&T expertise
  • Production Scheduling
  • ISO Standards Compliance
  • Advanced Blueprint Reading
  • Statistical process control
  • Machine Maintenance
  • Tooling and fixtures
  • Assembly and production
  • Materials Management

Affiliations

  • In my spare time I tend to my kids as a family man, and work on side projects to push forward my families legacy through small businesses and community investment projects.

Accomplishments

  • Multiple Awards for Machining Dedication

Certification

  • Cnc Machinist credentials at Multiple Billion Dollar Corporations that operate to a higher standard.

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Senior Machinist

Woodward Inc
01.2023 - Current

Operations Manager/ CEO

HellCat Investments LLC
09.2020 - 11.2022

Machinist II / Fixture Engineer

Carlisle Corporation
10.2019 - 11.2022

Swiss Lathe Set up Tech II / Weekend Lead Machinist/ Quality Tech

M3 Precision LLC
09.2017 - 08.2019

Mill Set-Up Machinist

Magnuson Superchargers
11.2016 - 08.2017

Lathe/Mill Set-Up Machinist

Turbonetics Inc
07.2016 - 11.2016

Set-Up Tech/ Section Lead

Relius Medical LLC
08.2015 - 06.2016

CNC Machine Operator III/ Set Up Tech Apprentice / Quality Tech

Implant Direct/ Danaher Corporation
01.2015 - 08.2015

CNC Machine Operator I / Set-Up Tech Apprentice

ECA Medical Instruments
01.2014 - 11.2014

CNC Operator

High Temp Insulation
02.2012 - 01.2013

SHRM Human Resources Management -

University Of Laverne

CNC Machinist Program -

Center For Employment Training

Diploma -

Hueneme High School

AS in Computer Sciences -

Ventura Community College

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