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Richard Burkett

Newton,KS

Summary

Hardworking and reliable tool maker with strong ability in machining. Offering problem solving with a positive attitude. Over 30 years experience working in manufacturing. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Tool and Die Maker

Agco Corporation
Hesston, KS
08.2021 - Current
  • Performed precision machining operations on lathes, mills, and grinders to manufacture parts for various tools.
  • Set up and operated manual, CNC machines and welders to fabricate tooling components to blueprint specifications.
  • Applied knowledge of metallurgy, heat treatment and other processes related to tool making.
  • Used hand tools such as saws, files, drills and chisels to shape metal into desired shapes for specific tools.
  • Troubleshot mechanical problems with manufacturing equipment by diagnosing malfunctions and determining corrective actions.
  • Worked with tool designs using CAD and CAM software including expert CAD and CREO.
  • Assisted in design of jigs, fixtures and gauges used for machining operations.
  • Adhered strictly to safety regulations while operating machinery in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area by keeping it organized at all times adhering to 5S principles.
  • Maintained strong quality assurance standards by using precision measuring equipment to verify accuracy of fabricated items.
  • Worked effectively within extremely tight tolerances to produce precision results.

Machinist

Agco Corporation
Hesston
01.1994 - 08.2021
  • Set up and operated lathes, mills and mill-turns to produce precision parts.
  • Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates, indicators, calipers, and micrometers.
  • Made program edits to existing programs for better quality and increased production.
  • Trained new employees in use of machinery used in AGCO's manufacturing process.

Education

GED -

Hesston High School
03-1993

580 hours machine shop votech -

CVATS
05-1988

1 year mechanical drawing -

Newton High School
05-1985

Skills

  • Mathematics
  • Mechanical ability
  • Reading blueprints
  • Problem solving
  • Flexibility
  • Positive attitude
  • Focused
  • Diligent

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Tool and Die Maker

Agco Corporation
08.2021 - Current

Machinist

Agco Corporation
01.1994 - 08.2021

GED -

Hesston High School

580 hours machine shop votech -

CVATS

1 year mechanical drawing -

Newton High School

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