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Richard Graves

Mexico,MO

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Machinist

Hubbell
Centralia, Mo.
09.2023 - 10.2024
  • Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
  • Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
  • Read blueprints, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
  • Measured, marked and scribed dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as guides for subsequent machining.
  • Aligned components for assembly according to blueprint specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers or dial indicators.
  • Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
  • Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates and protractors.
  • Assembled machined parts into mechanical units using hand tools and power tools.
  • Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
  • Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
  • Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
  • Supervised other workers engaged in operating machines and making repairs on machinery.
  • Monitored production output levels and made adjustments as necessary to maintain production goals.
  • Trained new employees in the use of machinery used in the manufacturing process.

CNC Machinist

Danuser Machine Company
Fulton, Mo.

Education

Mexico High School
Mexico Mo.

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Problem-solving
  • Quality assurance
  • Supervision and leadership
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Maintenance & repair

Brief History

I started out in a Hydraulic shop in 1983 where I learned welding and machining. From there I moved on to precision tool and die and then on to heavy equipment machining. I worked at few machine shops learning new skills with every job. I opened my own machine shop in 1995 and operated it until the companies we worked for started doing their work in house or moving out of the country. I worked for a machine shop where we did work for Kraft foods working with stainless steel. Manufacturing machine parts and installation of equipment that we built.

I have extensive machining experience and mechanical abilities. I have experience in manufacturing  welding and fabrication.

Timeline

Machinist

Hubbell
09.2023 - 10.2024

CNC Machinist

Danuser Machine Company

Mexico High School
Richard Graves