Richard Edson
Havelock,NC
Summary
Adept at precision machining and troubleshooting, I leveraged these skills at Raytheon to enhance production efficiency and quality. My collaborative efforts led to a 30% reduction in waste, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to excellence. Expert in blueprint reading and mechanical assembly, I consistently deliver high-quality machined components.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machinist
FRCE
07.2000 - 11.2021
- Discussed potential challenges during meetings with supervisors.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to discuss design changes and improve manufacturability.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
- Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.
- Recommended adjustments to production processes to optimize product quality.
- Devised and implemented process improvements to enhance production.
- Optimized tooling performance through regular inspection, cleaning, sharpening or replacing worn tools as needed.
- Achieved tight tolerances by carefully calibrating machines before beginning each job.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
- Reduced waste and increased material utilization with precise measurement and cutting techniques.
- Improved workplace safety by performing routine maintenance on machinery and ensuring all equipment was in proper working order.
- Suggested new methods of machining that resulted in better product quality with reduced production time.
- Conducted regular inspections of finished products by using calipers and micrometers for accuracy.
- Utilized personal protective equipment consistently to comply with safety regulations and standards.
- Collaborated with quality assurance team to resolve discrepancies and implement corrective actions for non-conforming parts.
- Increased precision of manufactured components by implementing quality control measures and using advanced measuring tools.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to refine product designs for manufacturability.
- Increased operational efficiency by recommending improvements to machining processes and equipment.
- Enhanced team productivity, sharing technical knowledge and machining tips with new machinists.
- Customized machining techniques to meet unique project specifications, ensuring client satisfaction.
- Achieved consistent quality, performing detailed final inspections and adjustments on completed parts.
- Fostered safer workplace by adhering to and promoting strict safety protocols and guidelines.
- Streamlined production processes, setting up machinery and tools before each project.
- Optimized tool usage, selecting appropriate cutting tools for different materials and tasks.
- Improved product quality with meticulous inspection of machined parts against strict industry standards.
- Repaired and maintained machine tools, fixtures and other production equipment.
- Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
- Inspected and measured machined parts for conformance to specified tolerances.
- Measured, examined or tested completed units to check for defects and verify conformance to specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers.
- Trained and mentored new and existing machinists on proper machining techniques.
- Developed jigs, fixtures and tooling to meet production requirements.
- Collaborated with engineers and other machinists to develop optimal machining processes.
Machinist
Raytheon
06.2000 - 07.2000
- Utilized personal protective equipment consistently to comply with safety regulations and standards.
- Conducted regular inspections of finished products by using calipers and micrometers for accuracy.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
- Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.
- Optimized tooling performance through regular inspection, cleaning, sharpening or replacing worn tools as needed.
- Achieved tight tolerances by carefully calibrating machines before beginning each job.
- Collaborated with quality assurance team to resolve discrepancies and implement corrective actions for non-conforming parts.
- Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
- Optimized tool usage, selecting appropriate cutting tools for different materials and tasks.
- Fostered safer workplace by adhering to and promoting strict safety protocols and guidelines.
- Improved product quality with meticulous inspection of machined parts against strict industry standards.
- Streamlined production processes, setting up machinery and tools before each project.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations by properly disposing of waste materials and chemicals.
- Achieved consistent quality, performing detailed final inspections and adjustments on completed parts.
- Delivered complex projects on time, managing multiple machining tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Increased operational efficiency by recommending improvements to machining processes and equipment.
- Mastered various machining operations, including milling, drilling, and turning, to expand production capabilities.
- Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
- Inspected and measured machined parts for conformance to specified tolerances.
- Measured, examined or tested completed units to check for defects and verify conformance to specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers.
- Trained and mentored new and existing machinists on proper machining techniques.
- Developed jigs, fixtures and tooling to meet production requirements.
- Adapted quickly to new and changing technologies in machining field.
- Devised and implemented process improvements to enhance production.
- Recommended adjustments to production processes to optimize product quality.
Production Machinist
Tandemloc
03.1997 - 03.1999
- Maintained a clean and organized workstation, ensuring optimal productivity and safety for all workers.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to maintain smooth workflow and efficient product assembly.
- Contributed to overall team success by meeting daily production targets consistently.
- Demonstrated adaptability by learning new procedures quickly when changes were implemented on the production line.
- Operated various tools and equipment proficiently for faster product assembly without compromising quality.
- Exceeded company expectations regarding punctuality and attendance, demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to the success of the assembly line team.
- Reduced errors in assembled products by maintaining a keen attention to detail and following instructions closely.
- Achieved consistent results in product quality while maintaining a fast-paced work environment on the assembly line.
- Displayed strong problem-solving abilities when faced with challenges during the assembly process, finding solutions efficiently without compromising quality or speed.
- Adhered to strict safety protocols, minimizing workplace accidents and injuries during the assembly process.
- Assisted with training new employees, sharing expertise and best practices for assembly line work.
- Managed inventory of parts required for assembly, notifying supervisors of low stock levels when necessary.
- Troubleshot issues with machinery or components promptly, preventing delays in the overall production process.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment, ensuring proper functionality at all times.
- Increased product quality through thorough inspection of assembled items before packaging.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Followed protocols to enhance protection and maintain safe work environment.
- Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
- Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
- Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
- Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Assembled products and components and made proactive adjustments to settings to produce work within tight tolerances.
- Investigated and resolved production issues.
- Maintained order accuracy and customer satisfaction by double-checking packing labels while packaging products.
- Operated finishing tool to prepare products for inspections and packaging.
- Generated and maintained accurate production records.
- Monitored production processes to identify and address potential issues.
- Developed and implemented process improvement strategies.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to improve production efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma - General Metals And Welding
William Chrisman High School
Independence, MO05.1974
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Machine operation
- Troubleshooting
- Lathe operation
- Precision machining
- Machine setup
- Manual milling
- Quality control
- Visual inspection
- Precise measuring
- Machine maintenance
- Caliper use
- Manufacturing
- Equipment operation
- Surface grinding
- Assembly and production
- Mechanical drawing interpretation
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Deburring skills
- Thread cutting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Sawing and sanding
- Drilling operations
- Equipment monitoring
- Quality control analysis
- Production planning
- Tool selection
- Specification reading
- Metalworking techniques
- Machine cooling tools
- Production documentation
- Large lathe operation
- Operations support
- Fixture design
- Materials management
- Tapping operations
- Material selection
- Machine calibration
- Technical writing
- Part inspection
- Surface finishing
- Heat treatment
- Grinding machine operation
- Boring operations
- Cutting tool sharpening
- Welding knowledge
- Part alignment
- Tool sharpening
- Benchwork knowledge
- Drill press operation
- Tooling and fixtures
- Metal cutting
- Thread and plug gauges
- Tapping and milling
- Tooling selection
- Measurement tools
- Drilling
- Drawing creation
- Fixture setup
- Vertical boring machine operation
- De-burring
- Reading micrometers
- Basic mathematics
- Detail-oriented
- Hand and power tool operation
- Precision measuring instruments
- Machine setups
- Routine equipment maintenance
- Small metal parts manufacturing
- Safety protocols
- OSHA compliance
- Inspection processes
- Mechanical assembly
Certification
OSHA10
Timeline
Machinist
FRCE
07.2000 - 11.2021
Machinist
Raytheon
06.2000 - 07.2000
Production Machinist
Tandemloc
03.1997 - 03.1999
High School Diploma - General Metals And Welding
William Chrisman High School
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