SHADOE MINNICK
Bird Island,Minnesota
Summary
Experienced Fitment Specialist with a focus on customer satisfaction and quality control. Expertise in safety compliance, CNC operations, and technical drawing interpretation. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency, foster teamwork, and support training initiatives. Skilled in quality assurance and problem-solving, dedicated to driving continuous improvement and optimizing business processes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
fitment specialist
NTS tires supply
Redwood Falls, Minnesota
02.2023 - Current
- Selected appropriate components for each job based on specifications.
- Measured each part accurately to verify outer and inner diameters.
- Labeled each component accurately with corresponding shipping order numbers.
- Assisted in developing strategies to increase customer satisfaction levels.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Assisted in training new team members on product knowledge and processes.
CNC Plasma Operator
Falcon Industries
Cosmos, Minnesota
09.2015 - 08.2021
- Operated CNC plasma cutting machines to fabricate metal parts efficiently.
- Programmed CNC plasma cutter based on customer requirements using CAD and CAM software packages.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications for precise cutting processes.
- Set up and operated CNC plasma cutting machine to cut parts from flat sheet metal according to specifications.
- Ensured accuracy of cuts by verifying measurements before completing each cycle.
- Adjusted machine settings, such as feed rate, speed, and pressure, to optimize the cutting process.
- Monitored operation of equipment to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusted machines as necessary.
- Maintained equipment by performing regular inspections and troubleshooting issues.
- Performed preventive maintenance on CNC plasma cutting machines in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
- Trained new operators on machine operation and safety protocols effectively.
- Trained new employees on proper use of CNC plasma cutter.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during all operational procedures.
- Conducted quality control checks on finished products for adherence to specifications.
- Inspected finished products for accuracy and conformance to customer requirements.
- Checked completed workpieces against specifications to assess conformance.
- Recorded all production data accurately including number of pieces produced per hour or shift.
- Loaded raw materials into machine hopper for efficient operation.
- Read blueprints and drawings to determine job specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, materials used.
- Measured dimensions of finished workpieces with precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and dial indicators.
- Alerted supervisor to any malfunctions in CNC plasma cutter to maintain production flow.
- Evaluated product performance against established standards; identified areas for improvement in order to maximize efficiency.
- Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
- Operated hoists and cranes to safely lift and transport heavy workpieces within the facility.
- Fabricated various parts using multiple machines at once.
- Verified proper cooling and lubrication of workpieces during machine operation.
- Provided expert coaching and training for new team members.
- Provided expert coaching and training for new team members.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bold High School
Olivia, MN06-2008
Some College (No Degree) - Cad 1
Ridgewater College
Willmar, MNSkills
- CNC operation
- Technical drawing interpretation
- Cad programming
- Quality control
- Equipment maintenance
- Component selection
- Workflow optimization
- Continuous improvement
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Supply management
- Onboarding new hires
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
Timeline
fitment specialist
NTS tires supply
02.2023 - Current
CNC Plasma Operator
Falcon Industries
09.2015 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Bold High School
Some College (No Degree) - Cad 1
Ridgewater College