Nicholas Mccracken
Maple Plain,MN
Summary
Hardworking Journeyman Tool Maker with great attention to detail and dedication to producing high quality products. Strong understanding of quality inspections and importance of sourcing materials responsibly to avoid unnecessary costs. I am hoping to get into the mold making side of the trade. I am certified through the State of Minnesota and excited to broaden my knowledge and experience.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Tool Maker
Integer Holdings Corporation
Maple Plain, MN
09.2022 - Current
- I am a Journeyman Tool Maker certified through the State of Minnesota Apprenticeship Program. I just completed an on the job 3.5 year apprenticeship. I operated a Haas VMC, CNC lathe, Wire EDM, and various grinders and manual machines. I use Mastercam software for programming and have completed several courses through Prototech. The machining we do is predominantly small intricate R&D prototype work.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to create innovative custom tooling designs that met project specifications
- Developed and implemented machining programs utilizing CNC software for diverse projects, enhancing precision and efficiency
- Led ordering of tooling and materials through Jaggaer while assembling job packets for toolmakers, ensuring project readiness
- Maintained accurate records of tool maintenance and repairs.
Precision Grinding Setup Technician
Integer Holdings Corporation
Maple Plain, MN
11.2014 - 11.2022
- Lead Setup Technician in the grinding department. We ground medical guide wires on various centerless, OD and hybrid centerless/side support grinding. Regularly work with tolerances of 0.0002”.
- Troubleshoot equipment issues and perform necessary repairs.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all machinery, including servicing hydraulic systems, wheel changes, indicating in of new components as well as assisting in designing of custom machining fixtures.
- Preformed training on all new technicians
- Coordinate with production teams to ensure smooth workflow scheduling.
Education
Certified Journeyman Tool Maker - Tool Maker Apprenticeship
Minnesota Apprenticeship Program
Chaska, MN 11.2022 - 06.2026
Skills
- CNC milling
- CNC turning
- Wire EDM burning
- Mastercam programming
- Complex fixture design
- Technical troubleshooting
- Equipment preventative maintenance
- Project management
Timeline
Certified Journeyman Tool Maker - Tool Maker Apprenticeship
Minnesota Apprenticeship Program
11.2022 - 06.2026
Tool Maker
Integer Holdings Corporation
09.2022 - Current
Precision Grinding Setup Technician
Integer Holdings Corporation
11.2014 - 11.2022