Robert Gibson
Atmore
Summary
Dedicated machinist with over 8 years of experience in machine calibration, routine maintenance, and lathe operation. Skilled in interpreting technical drawings to produce precision components, contributing to enhanced production efficiency and quality standards.
Detail-oriented machinist with strong skills in blueprint reading, machine operation, and mechanical troubleshooting. Proven ability to enhance machine performance and ensure quality assurance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist
Thompson Machines LLC
Flomaton, AL
04.2017 - Current
- Interpreted technical drawings and blueprints for accurate machining processes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows and improve efficiency.
- Monitored machining processes for quality assurance and compliance with standards.
- Fabricated and shaped parts such as tools and machine parts out of metal, plastics and composites.
- Performed first-article inspections on finished products using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, ensuring compliance with customer specifications.
- Performed routine machine maintenance and repaired minor damages.
- Took measurements and marked material for cutting or shaping.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
- Repaired and maintained machine tools, fixtures and other production equipment.
Machinist
Whistler Machines
Mobile, AL
03.2016 - 04.2017
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to optimize performance and reliability.
- Operated various machinery types such as lathes, milling machines, drilling equipment, ensuring versatility and adaptability in different projects.
- Improved machine longevity with thorough preventative maintenance routines and timely repairs when necessary.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following strict safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Calibrated and aligned machine components for proper functioning.
- Fabricated and shaped parts such as tools and machine parts out of metal, plastics and composites.
Machinist
Thompson Machine LLC
Flomaton, AL
04.2012 - 03.2016
- Operated manual lathes, mills, and grinders to produce precision components.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate machining.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and shaping materials according to job specifications.
- Established a reputation for reliability and dependability by consistently producing high-quality work while maintaining an excellent attendance record.
- Contributed to cost savings by reusing or repurposing leftover materials whenever possible without compromising quality.
- Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Performed routine machine maintenance and repaired minor damages.
- Took measurements and marked material for cutting or shaping.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
Education
Associate of Science - Machinis
Reid State Community College
Atmore, ALSkills
- Blueprint reading
- Machine operation
- Troubleshooting
- Lathe operation
- Machine setup
- Manual milling
- Equipment operation
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Thread cutting
- Deburring skills
- Machine calibration
Timeline
Machinist
Thompson Machines LLC
04.2017 - Current
Machinist
Whistler Machines
03.2016 - 04.2017
Machinist
Thompson Machine LLC
04.2012 - 03.2016
Associate of Science - Machinis
Reid State Community College