Randolfo Garcia
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced CNC Mill/Lathe Operator with over 20 years in precision machining and more than 15 years of supervisory experience. Proficient in setting up, operating, and troubleshooting CNC mills and lathes to ensure optimal performance and product quality. Skilled in programming adjustments, blueprint reading, and quality control with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and safety. Known for strong leadership abilities, training and mentoring new staff, and improving workflow efficiency. Dedicated to maintaining high production standards and contributing to team success through hands-on expertise and commitment to continuous improvement.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC/Mill Night Shift Supervisor
Alard Engineering
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Assisted in training new employees on policies, procedures, and best practices for their respective roles within the organization.
- Resolved conflicts among team members in a timely manner, promoting a cohesive and efficient working environment.
- Observed each team member to carry out duties and provided constructive criticism.
- Actively participated in cross-functional team meetings, providing valuable input on matters related to CNC mill operation and workflow improvements.
- Developed strong communication channels between day and night shifts, facilitating seamless handovers at the beginning and end of each shift.
- Maximized machine uptime through timely changeovers between different jobs or materials.
- Maintained high-quality standards for finished products through diligent inspection and monitoring of CNC mill processes.
- Ensured accurate machining of parts through precise calibration of cutting tools, offsets, and proper program selection.
CNC/Mill Night Shift Supervisor
Alard Machine Products
03.2010 - 12.2022
- Oversaw daily operations of CNC milling and lathe machines, ensuring quality standards and production targets were consistently met. Conducted regular machine maintenance checks and coordinated with maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels of raw materials, tooling, and consumables to prevent supply chain disruptions or delays in production schedules.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by enforcing safety protocols, maintaining accurate documentation, and scheduling regular audits.
- Resolved production issues quickly, troubleshooting malfunctions in equipment or machine programs as necessary.
- Optimized tool paths to reduce cycle times while maintaining high-quality surface finishes.
- Operated forklift to load, unload and move materials/supplies from one destination to another.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
- Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
CNC Mill/Lathe Operator
Alard Machine Products
04.1996 - 03.2010
- Operated various types of lathes, expanding skillset and versatility within the role of Lathe Operator.
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills by troubleshooting lathe-related issues promptly and effectively.
- Loaded component materials into product-specific tools and followed established documentation for manufacturing.
- Started and observed machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusted machine controls or control media.
- Completed production and quality logs to document and track activity.
- Studied instructions, labels, blueprint specifications and materials before beginning projects and operating equipment.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement design changes, improving product quality and reducing manufacturing costs.
- Studied blueprints to understand specifications and adjusted machines to produce quality parts.
Skills
- Supervisory Staff Experience
- Technical knowledge
- Training and coaching
- Management abilities
- Strong leadership
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Vertical/ Horizontal Milling
- 3/4/5 Axis CNC Milling
- 2/3 Axis CNC Lathes
- Multi-Spindle CNC Lathes
- Vertical Turret Lathes (VTL)
Timeline
CNC/Mill Night Shift Supervisor
Alard Engineering
01.2023 - 10.2024
CNC/Mill Night Shift Supervisor
Alard Machine Products
03.2010 - 12.2022
CNC Mill/Lathe Operator
Alard Machine Products
04.1996 - 03.2010
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