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Caleb Perkins

Baileyton,AL

Summary

Experienced and motivated Machinist with 3+ years of experience setting up and operating machine tools to produce precision parts. Experience at assembling and disassembling equipment to create parts from various materials, metallic and non-metallic parts. Energetic and dedicated to completing each job to meet customer satisfaction standards.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking team member skilled in safely moving heavy loads manually or hand trucks.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

CNC Machinist

IMS, Inc.
03.2024 - Current
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
  • Properly loaded and unloaded 6061 Aluminum in and out of machines on complex fixtures.
  • Thoroughly checked tools and filled spindle oil and ball screw grease containers so the machines can run throughout the night.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on CNC machines, prolonging their operational lifespan and reducing repair costs.
  • Ran 5 Axis mills such as DMU 100 DUOBLOCK, DMU 65 MONOBLOCK, and DMU 105 MONOBLOCK.
  • Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, and blueprints to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
  • Partnered closely with quality control teams to identify areas where improvements could be made within production processes.
  • Operate heavy machinery when needed: Forklift, Skid steer and Overhead cranes.
  • Have some VTL experience turning down 46" rings.
  • Horizontal Mill experience with huge fixtures and complex parts.
  • Shortened machine cycles and deburring time once the part comes off the machine by adding deburring cycles and increasing feeds on machines to push out more parts.
  • Inspected parts to SpaceX ISO 9001 standard.

CNC Machinist

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions, LLC
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications on medical parts.
  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
  • Manually set up 3 axis & 4 axis mills. Run 2 axis and 5 axis lathes. Some experience running CMMS.
  • Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
  • Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
  • Increased production efficiency by closely studying blueprints for accurate machine programming.
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
  • Adapt quickly to changes in project specifications, adjusting programs or setups as needed for successful execution.
  • Experience with hands on programming (conversational) on machine.

Assembly Worker

Atrion
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Followed detailed assembly instructions, processes and procedures.
  • Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
  • Troubleshot faulty equipment.
  • Followed outlined specifications to implement assembly plans.

Warehouse Worker

Merit Design Studios
06.2021 - 06.2023
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from semi-trucks to storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials ranging in light to heavy weight.
  • Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified manager.

Stocker Associate

Walker Brothers Lt
06.2020 - 06.2021
  • Maintained effective team member communication.
  • Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
  • Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
  • Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
  • Assisted customers with loading lumber and other various building materials.
  • Restocked lumber and building materials to maintain adequate supply for customers.

Education

Certificate - Machine Tool Technology

Wallace State Community College
Hanceville, AL
01-2024

High School Diploma -

Arab High School
Arab
05.2023

Skills

  • Flexible and dependable team member
  • Motivated Team Player
  • Knowledgeable of Fanuc, Heidenhain, Celos, Haas, and fairly knowledgeable of Siemens CNC controllers
  • Experience with Mazak, Haas, Doosan, DMG Mori seiki, Mitsui seiki CNC Machines
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Excellent Blueprint Reading
  • Attention to Detail
  • Material Loading and Unloading

Timeline

CNC Machinist

IMS, Inc.
03.2024 - Current

CNC Machinist

Orchid Orthopedic Solutions, LLC
08.2023 - 03.2024

Assembly Worker

Atrion
07.2023 - 08.2023

Warehouse Worker

Merit Design Studios
06.2021 - 06.2023

Stocker Associate

Walker Brothers Lt
06.2020 - 06.2021

Certificate - Machine Tool Technology

Wallace State Community College

High School Diploma -

Arab High School