Brannon Bruce
Texarkana,TX
Summary
Skilled CNC Operator professional adept at setting up, maintaining and operating equipment. Excellent knowledge and expertise in machine troubleshooting and product inspection. Well-organized and highly productive with superior teamwork and communication skills. Versed in reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Loader Operator
Wichita Valley
Odessa, TX
05.2024 - Current
- Performed thorough pre-and post-operation equipment checks, ensuring optimal functionality and minimal downtime due to mechanical issues.
- Performed routine lubricating, fueling and cleaning loaders.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by expertly operating loaders and heavy equipment for timely material handling.
- Safely transported materials between designated locations, adhering to all safety protocols and guidelines set forth by management.
- Loading and unloading 2 3/8” up to 20” casing pipe
- Ability to organize and maintain a pipe yard inventory.
- Ensured site safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance tasks, reducing downtime incidents.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
CNC Machinist
Blue Jax
Stanton, TX
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Improved accuracy in part production by utilizing precise measurement tools and calibrating machines accordingly.
- Reduced machine downtime through regular maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment issues.
- Partnered closely with quality control teams to identify areas where improvements could be made within production processes.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Mazak Powerstroke
- Reading and utilizing G codes
- Cutting API connections & threads on drill pipe, subs, and HWDP/Collars
Inspector CNC Operator
Miller Tubular Services
Midland, TX
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Inspect casing and drill pipe re-cuts on box and pin connections
- Operating CNC machine Doosan
- Use coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule
- Lead projects and analyze data to identify opportunities for improvement
- Use critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Conducting research, gather information from multiple sources and present results
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
CNC Operator/Heavy Equipment Loader Operator
Wildcat Oil Tools
Odessa, TX
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Operating CNC Machine
- Re-Cutting threads
- Loading and Unloading drill pipe and drill tools
- Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Completed minor preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on equipment.
- Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
Inspector, Loader Operator
Pinnacle Oil Field
Midland, TX
03.2017 - 05.2018
- Inspecting drill pipe and drill tools Operating forklift.
- Improved quality assurance procedures to minimize errors and increase effectiveness of inspections
- Inspected and examined materials and finished parts and products for defects and wear to verify conformance with blueprints, diagrams and template specifications
- Measured and tested finished products, assemblies and components for proper functioning and operation
- Performed routine cleaning and maintenance, including lubricating, fueling and cleaning loaders
- Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
Fabricator/Assembler
Smith Blair
Texarkana, TX
09.2013 - 02.2017
- Sandblasting
- Assemble parts
- Operated welding machines
- Inspected all welded projects to verify alignment with blueprint specifications
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project or production goals
- Correctly and safely used variety of hand tools, saws and cutting equipment to carry out job duties
- Executed entire assembly process by accurately interpreting set-up sheets, work orders, drawings or blueprints
Forklift Operator
Sterno Candle Lamp
Texarkana, TX
08.2012 - 09.2013
- Assemble machinery, components and line Operations
- Prepare, mix, load and maintain oil fuel distributions systems
- Basic Equipment Repairs
- Quality Controls
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting
Laborer
Pallet One, Inc
New Boston, TX
08.2010 - 06.2012
- Assembly.
- Responsible for pulling orders based on pick ticket to accurately build order for loading onto delivery trucks.
- Build orders according to assigned load tickets using industrial power equipment.
- Manually lift and move product to restock and repack ensuring date code accuracy and proper rotation.
- Adhere to good manufacturing practices and safety standards.
- Responsible for meeting productivity requirements.
- Stage completed pallets in designated area.
Inspector
Hi Tech Tubular Services
New Boston, TX
05.2007 - 09.2010
- Inspect drill pipes and tools.
- Insert magnetic poles (shooting prods) into ends of pipe.
- Observe operations.
- Discussed inspection results.
- Recorded inspection or tested data.
Production/ Assembly
JCM Industries
Nash, TX
06.2005 - 09.2007
- Responsible for pulling orders to accurately building orders.
- Disassemble and prep equipment for painting operations.
- Manually lift distribute product to restock and repack.
- Meet productivity requirements.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hooks High School
Hooks, TX05.2005
Skills
- Bonding Processes
- Design Specifications
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Ability to Read Blueprints
- Simulation, Modeling, and Analysis
- Critical Thinking and Problem-solving Skills
- Knowledge of properties of Metal and Other Material
- Planning and Coordination
Timeline
Loader Operator
Wichita Valley
05.2024 - Current
CNC Machinist
Blue Jax
05.2023 - 05.2024
Inspector CNC Operator
Miller Tubular Services
08.2020 - 05.2023
CNC Operator/Heavy Equipment Loader Operator
Wildcat Oil Tools
05.2018 - 08.2020
Inspector, Loader Operator
Pinnacle Oil Field
03.2017 - 05.2018
Fabricator/Assembler
Smith Blair
09.2013 - 02.2017
Forklift Operator
Sterno Candle Lamp
08.2012 - 09.2013
Laborer
Pallet One, Inc
08.2010 - 06.2012
Inspector
Hi Tech Tubular Services
05.2007 - 09.2010
Production/ Assembly
JCM Industries
06.2005 - 09.2007
High School Diploma -
Hooks High School