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Robbie Smith

Conroe,TX

Summary

Seasoned Lead Machinist with a proven track record at TxSwiss, adept in machine programming and fostering team collaboration. Excelled in calibrating Swiss CNC machines for optimal performance, significantly enhancing production efficiency. Skilled in fabrication and promoting safety procedures, demonstrating a keen eye for detail and a commitment to quality.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Machinist

TxSwiss
Conroe, TX
03.2022 - Current
  • Calibrate and maintain Swiss CNC machines, ensuring optimal performance and accuracy.
    Oversee machine equipment inventory and place weekly orders to maintain stock levels.
    Measure parts using CMM to verify conformance to specifications.
    Collaborate with Crew Coordinators to address quality concerns and optimize daily production.

Programmer/Machinist

STERIS
Conroe, Texas
08.2017 - 05.2022
  • Program new parts for CNC machines to ensure precision and production efficiency.
    Maximize machine capacity while maintaining high-quality standards.
    Adjust CNC programs as necessary to meet specific part dimensions and tolerances.

Machinist 2

Cantel Medical Inc
Conroe, Texas
07.2014 - 06.2017
  • Set up and break down new tooling for production runs.
    Ensured adherence to production procedures and quality standards.
    Operated and maintained a 20-gallon steel solvent parts washer.
    Managed coolant levels and performed fluid replacements as necessary.

Machinist 1

Byrne Medical
Conroe, Texas
08.2010 - 04.2013
  • Operated Swiss machines, including setup, programming, and running production jobs.
    Performed deburring and start-up inspections to ensure part quality.
    Utilized various measuring equipment (Micrometers, Calipers, Micro-Vu, etc.) for quality assurance.
    Loaded and unloaded material rods into Swiss machines and ensured the work area followed 5S principles.

Education

CNC Setup And Programming Cert - CNC/Swiss Machining

CNC Metalworks Training
Cleveland, OH
06-2012

High School Diploma -

Montgomery High School
Montgomery, TX
03-2010

Skills

  • Fabrication
  • Lathe operation
  • Polishing techniques
  • Materials inspection
  • Crane operation
  • Mechanical drawing
  • AutoCAD
  • Anodizing processes
  • Surface grinding
  • OSHA regulations
  • Calibration procedures
  • Safety procedures
  • Process verification
  • Tool selection
  • CNC mastercam
  • Machine programming
  • Blueprint reading

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Lead Machinist

TxSwiss
03.2022 - Current

Programmer/Machinist

STERIS
08.2017 - 05.2022

Machinist 2

Cantel Medical Inc
07.2014 - 06.2017

Machinist 1

Byrne Medical
08.2010 - 04.2013

CNC Setup And Programming Cert - CNC/Swiss Machining

CNC Metalworks Training

High School Diploma -

Montgomery High School
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