Scott Myers
Thompsontown,PA
Summary
Skilled Machine Operator with a proven track record at Thermo Fisher, adept in production preparation and equipment monitoring. Leveraging strong teamwork and collaboration abilities, I've significantly enhanced operational efficiency. My expertise in CNC machines and commitment to workplace safety have consistently met rigorous quality assurance standards, contributing to a increase in production output.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Thermo Fisher
Millersburg, PA
02.2020 - Current
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
- Inspect finished workpieces to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Front Counter Associate
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
Mifflintown, PA
07.2019 - 02.2021
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features.
- Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Recommended, selected and located merchandise based on customer desires.
Laborer
Hempt Brothers
Harrisburg, PA
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Performed regular maintenance on machines such as lubrication and changing filters.
- Repaired conveyor belts to ensure smooth operations in production line.
- Received instruction from supervisors on daily tasks and assignments.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Machinist
Ames True Temper
Harrisburg, PA
03.2008 - 05.2016
- Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines and tap burners to safely produce projects.
- Set up, adjusted and operated basic or specialized machine tools to perform precision machining operations.
- Troubleshot issues with machines and made necessary repairs or adjustments.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols.
- Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining processes.
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Gauged and maintained tolerances on grinding diameters, depths, squareness and parallelism.
- Dismantled and inspected components to complete necessary adjustments and repairs.
- Measured, marked and scribed dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as guides for subsequent machining.
- Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
- Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Sustained lockout and tag-out safety protocols by properly using equipment and materials.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
- Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates and protractors.
- Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Machine Operator
Amercon Pratt Whitney
Harrisburg, PA
03.2006 - 03.2008
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Keep detailed reports of maintenance activities performed on machinery.
- Ensured that all materials used during operations met quality standards set by management.
- Checked ground surfaces for smoothness using a variety of hand tools such as files, scrapers, abrasive stones.
- Kept accurate records of daily production numbers for review by supervisors.
- Maintained work area safety and appearance, focusing on safety, organization and cleanliness.
- Communicated effectively with coworkers in order to coordinate tasks and workflow.
- Reviewed pieces to assess compliance and note defects.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on grinding machines before use each day.
- Operated and set tools on various machines and kept machines running to required levels.
- Used precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to verify dimensions of finished parts prior to shipment.
- Followed detailed instructions in order to complete job assignments accurately and efficiently.
- Monitored machine functions during operation to identify any potential issues or malfunctions.
- Responsible for loading, unloading, and positioning workpieces onto the grinder's table correctly.
- Operated overhead cranes and hoists to move heavy components around the shop floor.
- Trained new employees on company and safety standards, providing assistance and remediation with issues.
- Understood and complied with plant environmental, health and safety, environmental and OSHA regulatory requirements.
- Inspected finished products for accuracy according to specifications.
- Performed complex math calculations to deliver precise machine setup.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Machine Operator
Borgwarner
Ithaca, NY
02.1999 - 02.2002
- Ensured that all components met customer requirements before being packaged for shipment.
- Trained new employees on CNC machine operation, safety procedures, and company policies.
- Selected the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.
- Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run parts and sample works with micrometers, calipers or other measuring instruments.
- Interpreted blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.
- Set up and operated CNC machines to perform repetitive machining operations on a variety of materials according to specifications.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, adjusted machine controls as necessary during the run cycle.
- Leveraged micrometers, verniers and gages to accurately inspect parts.
- Fabricated various parts using multiple machines at once.
- Monitored machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece.
- Reviewed and interpreted electronic or written blueprints or specifications to understand the job requirements.
- Set controls to regulate speed, feed and coolant flow.
- Stopped machine operation to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement according to required machining sequences.
- Set up and operated CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, grinding, and milling.
- Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces, adhering to international standards.
- Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
- Implemented minor machine maintenance such as cleaning and repairing.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance tasks on CNC machinery.
- Took measurements, detected malfunctions, troubleshot processes and adjusted and reprogrammed controls while adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
- Established and performed quality assurance duties to maintain acceptable production levels.
- Maintained accurate records of production data including scrap rates and downtime.
- Documented actions by completing production and quality logs.
Quality Control Inspector
H & E Machinery
Ithaca, NY
02.1997 - 02.1999
- Maintained records of all nonconforming products and completed corrective actions as required.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Made adjustments to equipment or calibrated instruments to required tolerances.
- Provided technical support to other departments regarding quality related topics and initiatives.
- Positioned components, parts or materials for testing.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
- Selected, calibrated and operated equipment used in non-destructive testing of products and materials.
- Maintained records of all tests performed according to company policies and procedures.
- Operated various types of NDT equipment including X-ray machines, ultrasonic testers, eddy current testers.
- Collaborated with quality control teams on continuous improvement initiatives.
- Assessed defective products for root cause analysis purposes.
- Monitored equipment for proper operation and calibration.
Skills
- Production preparation
- Equipment monitoring
- Specification compliance
- Breakdown troubleshooting
- Order reading
- Operational control
- Mechanical aptitude
- Parts fabrication
- Preventive Maintenance
- Machinery operations
- Machining and production standards
- Polishing work
- Precision measurement
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Manual machining
- Welding techniques
- CNC machines
- Equipment calibration
- Pneumatic systems
- Manufacturing experience
- Production equipment experience
- Deburring skills
- Computer skills
- Quality assurance
- Operations support
- Workplace safety
Timeline
Machine Operator
Thermo Fisher
02.2020 - Current
Front Counter Associate
NAPA Auto Parts - Genuine Parts
07.2019 - 02.2021
Laborer
Hempt Brothers
08.2018 - 07.2019
Machinist
Ames True Temper
03.2008 - 05.2016
Machine Operator
Amercon Pratt Whitney
03.2006 - 03.2008
Machine Operator
Borgwarner
02.1999 - 02.2002
Quality Control Inspector
H & E Machinery
02.1997 - 02.1999