Rich Claar

• Setting Up Machines: Prepare and configure press brake machines for specific tasks, including selecting and installing appropriate tools and dies.
• Operating Machines: Use Amada press brake to bend, shape according to blueprints and specifications.
• Reading Blueprints: Interpret technical drawings and production documentation to understand project requirements.

Skills:

• Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of press brake machinery and metalworking processes.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to produce high-quality parts with precise dimensions and tight tolerances.
• Problem-Solving: Skills to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
• Physical Stamina: Capability to handle physically demanding tasks in a manufacturing setting.

Primary Machines Amada HDS 80, Amada HG 100 ATC, Amada EG 40

• Setting Up Machines: Prepare and configure press brake machines for specific tasks, including selecting and installing appropriate tools and dies.
• Operating Machines: Use Amada HDS 80, Amada HG 100 ATC, Amada EG 40 press brake to bend, shape according to blueprints and specifications.
• Reading Blueprints: Interpret technical drawings and production documentation to understand project requirements.
• Inspecting Materials: Verify that materials meet quality standards and specifications before and after processing.
• Maintaining Equipment: Perform routine inspections, calibrations, and preventative maintenance on machines to ensure optimal performance.
• Ensuring Safety: Adhere to safety protocols to prevent accidents and maintain a safe working environment.

Skills:

• Technical Proficiency: Knowledge of press brake machinery and metalworking processes.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to produce high-quality parts with precise dimensions and tight tolerances.
• Problem-Solving: Skills to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues.
• Physical Stamina: Capability to handle physically demanding tasks in a manufacturing setting.
• Safety Awareness: Understanding and implementing safety regulations to prevent workplace hazards.

• Setting Up Machines: Prepare and configure press brake machines for specific tasks, including selecting and installing appropriate tools and dies.
• Operating Machines: Use Amada NT 125 press brake to bend, shape, according to blueprints and specifications.
• Reading Blueprints: Interpret technical drawings and production documentation to understand project requirements.

• Setting Up Machines: Prepare and configure press brake machines for specific tasks, including selecting and installing appropriate tools and dies.
• Operating Machines: Use Amada NT 150 press brake to bend, shape, according to blueprints and specifications.
• Reading Blueprints: Interpret technical drawings and production documentation to understand project requirements.

• Setting Up Machines: Prepare and configure press brake machines for specific tasks, including selecting and installing appropriate tools and dies.
• Operating Machines: Use Trumph 100 press brake to bend, shape, according to blueprints and specifications.
• Reading Blueprints: Interpret technical drawings and production documentation to understand project requirements.

• Working as a Coating Tech in consumables in Vacuum Coating, Laminations and Solvent Coating
• Also working with Digital Media
• Primary job was Solvent Coating, but was cross-trained in other areas and continuously learning
• Responsibilities include working directly in support of Research and Development Engineers, Inspection Dept., and other areas as needed
• Other responsibilities include data entry, documentation, keeping track of inventory and cycle counts, using fork lift
• (Fork lift certified)
• Handled purchasing needs within various Departments and worked with venders
• Duties included scheduling work within the department
• Worked in Sheeting/converting, trimming plates to size on the Guillotine
• Worked in Shipping as needed and involved in 5S, safety, and re-writing, updating and creating new SOP's
• Hazmat trained and certified.

• Wire Tech., W.H. Bagshaw Co. Inc. 1986 - 12/2005 Machine Operator Responsible for running up to 20 machines. Break down and set up of machines accordingly to customer blue prints. Machine shop skills include use of surface grinders to sharpen tooling Performed preventative maintenance of machines and performed some repairs within the shop. Holding to tight tolerances utilizing Micrometers and Verniers. Use of Fork Lift for loading and unloading trucks and moving pallets around to appropriate locations (Fork lift certified) Duties include assisting in Shipping and Receiving as needed.