Dependable, hard-working machinist with over 32 years of experience in trade. Looking for company I can utilize my experience with that will help them grow and prosper, with a possibility of learning and growing with them.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machinist
US Machine and Tool
Murfreesboro, TN
04.2019 - Current
Operated CNC machinery to produce precision components according to specifications
Interpreted technical drawings and blueprints for accurate part fabrication.
Inspected and measured machined parts for conformance to specified tolerances.
Utilized CAD and CAM software to design tool paths, select cutting tools and set machine parameters.
Collaborated with team members to achieve production targets and maintain workflow efficiency.
Conducted routine maintenance on CNC equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Production Manager
Sossner Steel Stamps
Elizabethton, TN
07.2011 - 09.2017
Responsible for distributing work to employees based on abilities and work ethics, ordering metal and tooling for shop, inspecting blanks after machined for accuracy before being engraved, and work with Expeditor to keep customers informed on progress of jobs. From 2013-2016 programmed four CNC's using BobCad 27, while maintaining other duties. Learned then taught employees how to program and operate CNC Lathes. Currently learning how to use Sodick Wire EDM Machines, using BobCad.
Machinist
Sossner Steel Stamps
Elizabethton, TN
09.2009 - 07.2011
Ran Vertical Mills, Manual Grinders, and Automatic Grinders making steel stamp blanks. Holding tolerances ranging from .- .001 to .- .0002. Received promotion over shop only 1year 10months with company, after showing strong work ethic with the ability to get jobs out by deadline on a consistent basis.
Machinist
TEB Machining
Jonesborough, TN
06.2008 - 09.2009
Milling, CNC operating and occasional ID/OD grinding
Machinist/CNC Machinist
RM Engineering
Erwin, TN
04.1995 - 06.2006
Ran VTL, Blanchard Grinder, Mills, Lathes, Automatic and Manual Grinders, Jig Grinder, and programmed/setup/ran Cincinnati Mill in G-Code. Sharpened and ordered tooling for a machine line with company from 2000-2002.
Machinist Trainee
Sossner Steel Stamps
Elizabethton, TN
01.1994 - 04.1995
Was taught to use Milling Machines, Manual and Automatic Grinders, Read Blueprints, and use Micrometers, Calipers, and Various Indicators and Measuring Devises.
PLL/Tamms Clerk
US Army
08.1985 - 04.1987
Joined Army between junior and senior year of high school, after graduating went in. Ordered, maintained, and documented supplies for motor pool vehicles and supply shop. Received Honorable Discharge under Medical Conditions in April of 1987.
Education
Northeast State
Blountville, TN
Business Management
ICM School Of Business
Cleveland, OH
Skills
Blueprint reading and interpretation
Full set up/programming for CNC
Familiarity with CAD software
Quality control
Strong math skill
Job Shop Experience
Management
Expertise in grinding and milling
Interests
Coached baseball for 30 years, played for 18 years, Took karate and boxing, used to fight in toughman/roughman competitions (as a sport, I don't have anger issues), Actively hunt and fish, Computer gamer