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Nicholas Giese

Willis

Summary

Results-driven professional with a robust background in operating and maintaining precision machinery, specializing in the creation of high-quality components that consistently meet specifications and tolerances. Expertise in CNC machining and blueprint reading enhances production efficiency and supports team success. Committed to upholding industry standards while fostering a collaborative work environment that drives innovation and excellence. Passionate about leveraging technical skills to contribute to organizational goals and deliver exceptional results.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Machinist

United Machine Works
05.2019 - Current
  • Puma (Fanuc Controls) Operate and set up
  • Program East Guide
  • Program Heavy Edit
  • Shop Lead
  • Operated CNC machines to produce precision parts according to specifications.
  • Implemented process improvements to enhance production efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
  • Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
  • Fluent in turning Sumitomo insets with superalloy metals
  • Interpreted technical drawings and blueprints to apply the correct inset to the material being machined.

Machinist

Lowrance Machines
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Puma (Fanuc Controls) Operate, Set Up
  • Program Easy Guide
  • Program Heavy Edit
  • Tool and Die, Molds
  • Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
  • Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.

Machinist

Shumate Energy Technology
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • VTL Operator/Toshiba machine/Yamazaki
  • Puma (Fanuc Controls) Operate, Set Up
  • Program Easy Guide

Machinist

Tujays Machine
01.2010 - 01.2016
  • Puma (Fanuc Controls) Operate, Set Up
  • Program Easy Guide
  • Program Heavy Edit

Education

High School -

Parkview Baptist High School
Houston, TX
05.2001

Skills

  • Technical blueprint interpretation
  • Operational proficiency in machinery
  • Effective issue resolution
  • Lathe setup and operation
  • Precision in measurement
  • Proficient in Fanuc controls
  • Technical documentation for production

Timeline

Machinist

United Machine Works
05.2019 - Current

Machinist

Lowrance Machines
01.2017 - 01.2019

Machinist

Shumate Energy Technology
01.2016 - 01.2017

Machinist

Tujays Machine
01.2010 - 01.2016

High School -

Parkview Baptist High School