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Patrick Smith

Falkville,AL

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Swiss Department

Structure Medical
Madison , AL
04.2020 - Current
  • Maintained logs, lists and files and promptly completed all necessary paperwork.
  • Trained, directed and instructed apprentices and helpers to increase production levels and meet established goals.
  • Analyzed finished products to detect any possible defects in design.

CNC Machine Setup

Structure Medical
Madison , AL
06.2016 - 04.2020
  • Set-up and operated lathes, mills and grinders to cut raw materials.
  • Fabricated various parts using multiple machines at once.
  • Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
  • Performed routine maintenance on machines and monitored usage to reduce parts breakdown.
  • Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
  • Loaded and unloaded different tool parts from trucks and storage areas.
  • Provided expert coaching and training for new team members.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

CNC Machinist

orchid
Arab, AL
01.2007 - 06.2016
  • Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
  • Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
  • Gauged and maintained tolerances on grinding diameters, depths, squareness and parallelism.
  • Trained, directed and instructed apprentices and helpers to increase production levels and meet established goals.
  • Designed detailed preventive maintenance schedules to enhance tool performance.
  • Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process to report problems and required repairs.
  • Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
  • Measured, marked and indicated dimensions and reference points on materials.
  • Troubleshot and repaired machines to increase productivity and decrease spending.
  • Constructed appropriate offset corrections for tool wear, broken tools and casting variations.
  • Maintained logs, lists and files and promptly completed all necessary paperwork.

CNC Machinist

Federal-Mogul
Boaz, AL
01.2004 - 01.2007
  • Maintained detailed production records to identify areas for improvement and maximize productivity.
  • Adjusted offsets daily based on work orders and changing production needs.
  • Observed machines for proper functioning and made adjustments to meet specifications and complete work orders on-time and under budget.
  • Loaded and unloaded different tool parts from trucks and storage areas.
  • Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
  • Set-up and operated lathes, mills and grinders to cut raw materials.
  • Conducted equipment tests and inspections and made adjustments to maintain safety and functionality.
  • Constructed appropriate offset corrections for tool wear, broken tools and casting variations.
  • Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.

CNC Machinist

Webb Wheel
Cullman, AL
12.1997 - 07.2003
  • Loaded and unloaded machines to prevent expensive equipment issues.
  • Maintained detailed production records to identify areas for improvement and maximize productivity.
  • Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
  • Set-up and operated lathes, mills and grinders to cut raw materials.
  • Constructed appropriate offset corrections for tool wear, broken tools and casting variations.
  • Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
  • Measured, marked and indicated dimensions and reference points on materials.
  • Produced quality work by leveraging welding techniques, engineering requirements and metallurgy knowledge.

Torpedoman 1 Class

US Navy
Var, Var
12.1982 - 06.1997
  • Unloaded packages from trucks for delivery to customers, taking care to prevent damage to merchandise and goods.
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
  • Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process, generating daily logistics and productivity records.

Education

High School Diploma -

Good Hope High School
Cullman, AL

Skills

  • Quality control
  • Blueprint reading
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Machine and program Troubleshooting

Timeline

Lead Swiss Department

Structure Medical
04.2020 - Current

CNC Machine Setup

Structure Medical
06.2016 - 04.2020

CNC Machinist

orchid
01.2007 - 06.2016

CNC Machinist

Federal-Mogul
01.2004 - 01.2007

CNC Machinist

Webb Wheel
12.1997 - 07.2003

Torpedoman 1 Class

US Navy
12.1982 - 06.1997

High School Diploma -

Good Hope High School

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