Russell Smith
Q-Lab Corporation
Elyria,Ohio
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
Manufacturing professional with extensive hands-on experience in precision metal forming. Skilled in operating CNC Press Brake machinery, ensuring optimal performance and quality output. Known for strong collaboration skills and adaptability to changing production needs, consistently achieving excellent results in team environment.
Work History
CNC Press Brake Operator
2 Years 11 Months- Operated CNC press brake machines to fabricate precision metal components.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications for accurate production.
- Maintained equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and adherence to standards.
- Programmed CNC brake press back gage for custom profiles.
B Welder
1 Month- Applied GMAW-P and GTAW weld processes to attach vents and lifting eyes to parts, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with specifications
- Produced parts by following drawings, meeting strict quality standards and specifications
- Rotated with position in Research and Development
Research and Development Technician
4 Years 11 Months- Collaborate with Engineering to make and prove new products for pipeline repair
- Test and prove new components and accurately record data Fabricate components needed for new product testing
- Maintain OSHA safety standards and ISO 9001 quality standards
- Troubleshooting of problems with new products or problems found by the Production department
C Welder
2 Years 8 Months- Welded attachments to products according to drawing using a variety of weld processes
- Maintained clean and safe work area
- Filled in plasma cutting, sandblasting, or working in Testing and Finishing as workflow demanded
Utility
2 Years 8 Months- Cleaned shop and conducted tasks supplemental to the Production department
Target Protection Specialist
9 Months- Conduct surveillance on theft occurring within the store to bring about an apprehension or a merchandise recovery
- Keep accurate records of merchandise theft and incidents within the store
- Work with coworkers to have safe, positive interactions with customers
Floor Team Member
2 Years 6 Months- Provided quality customer service to store guests
- Maintained organized and safe store environment
Education
- Welding and Fabrication
Learned a variety of weld processes including GMAW, FCAW, SMAW, and oxyacetalyne cutting
- Manual Machining
Introductory manual machining course covering horizontal lathe, knee mill, and precision measuring instruments.
Skills
GTAW
GMAW
and GMAW-P Welding
CNC Press Brake Programming
CNC Press Brake Operation
Plasma cutting
New product testing
Manual lathe and mill
Powered Industrial Truck operation
Boom Lift and Scissor Lift operation
Hydraulic cylinder use
Accomplishments
Assisted in development and testing of the Plidco Hydraulic Power+Grip
Assisted in moving Plidco from Westlake to Strongsville, including over 300 round trips driving a box truck with zero safety incidents
Made critical parts for final testing and initial product rollout of Q-Lab XE-8
Made structural and other parts in collaboration with R&D for Q-Lab Q-FOG 2500 prototypes
Certification
- OSHA 30 | March 2020
- BOSIET/HUET (All Stop Survival and Safety Training)
Timeline
CNC Press Brake Operator
Q-Lab Corporation
09.2023 - CurrentRead More
B Welder
The Pipeline Development Company
08.2023 - 09.2023Read More
Research and Development Technician
The Pipeline Development Company
10.2018 - 09.2023Read More
C Welder
The Pipeline Development Company
02.2016 - 10.2018Read More
Utility
The Pipeline Development Company
02.2016 - 10.2018Read More
Target Protection Specialist
Target
05.2015 - 02.2016Read More
Floor Team Member
Target
11.2012 - 05.2015Read More
Lorain County JVS
from Manual Machining
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Lorain County JVS
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