Ryan Larsen
Machinist
Roy,Utah
Summary
Professional Machine Operator with experience in CNC machining and tooling. Dedicated to exceeding production goals and known for quick learning and efficiency. Knowledgeable about equipment diagnostics and repair. Experienced Manufacturing professional skilled in operating grinders, lathes and various CNC machines in fast-paced production and maintenance environments. Dependable and reliable with expertise in monitoring telemetry, changing out tooling and loading materials. Talented Machinist with 15 years of experience setting up and operating machine tools to produce precision parts. Talented at assembling and disassembling equipment to create parts from various materials. Energetic and dedicated to completing each job to meet customer satisfaction standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machinist/CNC Programmer
Larsen Mfg
01.2006 - 02.2018
- Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
- Stayed current on industry trends and advancements in machining technology, applying new knowledge to daily work for continuous growth and development.
- Enhanced productivity by implementing efficient CNC programming and machine operation techniques.
- Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by participating in Lean manufacturing efforts aimed at reducing waste within operations.
- Operated CNC and manual lathes, mills and drill presses to produce precision machined components.
- Removed, lubricated and adjusted Mill equipment parts.
- Increased efficiency by collaborating with team members to troubleshoot complex issues and share solutions across the department.
- Inspected and measured machined parts for conformance to specified tolerances.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Optimized tool selection for specific jobs, resulting in reduced wear and longer tool life.
- Utilized CAD and CAM software to design tool paths, select cutting tools and set machine parameters.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Reduced machine downtime through regular maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment issues.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Ensured consistent high-quality output by conducting thorough inspections using various gauging techniques.
- Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
- Inspected, repaired and replaced system components.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Performed accurate machine tool changes and offsets.
- Adapted quickly to new and changing technologies in machining field.
- Devised and implemented process improvements to enhance production.
- Recommended adjustments to production processes to optimize product quality.
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues seeking guidance on CNC programming or machine setup challenges.
- Measured, examined or tested completed units to check for defects and verify conformance to specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers.
Customer Service Representative
Jacksons Food Stores
08.2023 - Current
- Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Sought ways to improve processes and services provided.
Machinist/fabricator Assembly
Fusion Imaging
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Operated CNC and manual lathes, mills and drill presses to produce precision machined components.
- Developed jigs, fixtures and tooling to meet production requirements.
- Supported recordkeeping by logging daily production, scrap rate and machine maintenance data.
- Maintained detailed records of completed jobs, tracking materials used and time spent on each project for accurate billing purposes.
CNC Machine Operator
Peterson Inc.
01.2007 - 02.2009
- Kept accurate operating records by documenting machine usage, production numbers and any issues that arose.
- Completed projects within tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks strategically and working efficiently under pressure.
- Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
- Assisted in the development of new products, providing valuable input on machinability and manufacturing processes.
- Learned and followed safety procedures to keep machines operated safely and prevent accidents.
- Utilized calipers and other measuring tools to increase accuracy of parts.
Education
Clearfield High School
Clearfield, UT2005
Skills
Manual Machining
Computer Proficiency
Reliability
Employee Coaching
Critical Thinking
Data Collection
Remote Office Availability
Document Control
Paperwork Processing
Customer Service
Process Optimization
Machine Monitoring
Machine Calibration
Precise measuring
Equipment set up
Multitasking Abilities
Machine set up
CAD utilization
Workholding methods
CNC Machine Programming
Blueprints reading
Manual Machining
Timeline
Customer Service Representative
Jacksons Food Stores
08.2023 - Current
Machinist/fabricator Assembly
Fusion Imaging
05.2020 - 06.2021
CNC Machine Operator
Peterson Inc.
01.2007 - 02.2009
CNC Machinist/CNC Programmer
Larsen Mfg
01.2006 - 02.2018
Clearfield High School