Shawn Connelly
Livonia,MI
Summary
20+ years of experience in manufacturing production, planning and quality control. I enjoy my career thoroughly, so I am a dependable, enthusiastic, results-oriented professional. I focus on constant personal improvement through training and knowledge. I also understand the financial impacts poor quality and inefficiency can have on a business. I am capable of working under high pressure scenarios, adapting to deadlines, new challenges, all while maintaining high quality standards. I have a history of improving production efficiency, reducing manufacturing costs, and achieving success for myself and employer.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Control Inspector/CMM Programmer/CNC Team Lead
Associated Aircraft Manufacturing & Sales, Inc
Fort Lauderdale, FL
06.2012 - 09.2022
- I began my employment at AAMSI in 2012 as a CNC Machinist, promoted to Lead Setup Machinist, and later Machine Shop Shift Manager. I moved to Quality Control in 2018 as a Quality Control Inspector/CMM Programmer.
- Used hand tools, instruments, gauges and equipment to complete accurate measurements and record results for official records of 1st piece inspection, in-process and final inspections.
- Programmer and operator of CMM using PC-DIMS Software.
- Supported quality control pre-production planning of manufacturing process.
- Evaluated components and final products against quality standards, manufacturing specifications, ISO 9001, AS9100, AS9110 and FAA AC-0056.
- Responsible for creating/inspecting FAI packages, verifying all material, processes, testing certifications, and presenting final products to government, Boeing, Lockheed Martin for final approval.
- Documented nonconforming material and controlled products for disposition.
- Provide support in creating/maintaining quality procedures, QA requirements, work instructions and training. Actively involved in corrective actions to improve quality and production.
- Maintained calibration database, 5S standards, ensure compliance of SOPs, Workflow Routers, QMS system and Quarantine Control.
- 10 years experience operating/setup of 3,4,5 axis CNC Mill Machines, as well as 4 axis CNC Lathe.
- Proficient in G & M Code programs, Blueprint Interpretation including GD&T, PC-DIMS CMM Software, Discus FAI, Gagemaster Calibration, Quantum Control Software, Office Suite. Familiarity with Mastercam, Solidworks, Origin Checkmate.
CNC Machinist
D-M Fabrication
Sterling Heights, MI
03.2010 - 07.2011
- Setup, adjust, and troubleshoot CNC Mill Machines to maintain required close tolerances.
- Create, mount, install, align custom fixtures and workholding solutions.
- Responsibilities included loading, editing, and verifying NC programs. (tool offsets, tool changes, monitoring tool wear, adjusting feed & speeds, editing of G&M code if required, in coordination with programmers.)
- Inspect and verify dimensions of workpiece for conformance to drawing and specifications using hand tools and FARO arm. (Micrometers, Indicators, Bore Gauges, Gauge Blocks, Comparators, Ect..)
- Compliance with all work instructions, following and maintaining ISO/QS standards, and safety procedures.
CNC Machinist/Machine Tool Builder
Rite-On Industries
Redford, MI
07.1998 - 02.2008
- Started in deburring department as my introduction to manufacturing.
- Trained to operate manufacturing equipment such as, drop saws, table saws, surface grinders, MIG & TIG welders including fabrication, manual milling machines, (bridgeports, lathes, and horizontal boring mills) honing, blanchard grinders, drill presses, and overhead crane operations.
- CNC operator on Fadal and Mazak vertical mill machines. Responsible for setup, edit, inspection and maintenance of equipment.
- Maintained the tool crib for all departments. Created PO's to reorder stock and tools as needed. Ensure compliance with all calibration requirements.
- Worked as a Machine Builder for robotic weld cell for automotive manufacturing. Assembled mechanical machine elements from component level to final systems.
- Assist the engineers in maintaining technical references, such as prints, schematics, and build data. Perform inspections on assemblies and test fixtures.
Education
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MIHigh School Diploma -
Northville High School
Northville, MISkills
- 10 years experience with G&M code programming of close tolerance CNC machining for aerospace manufacturing
- GD&T, Proficient Drawing, Speco, and Industry Standards Interpretation
- ISO, AS, ASME, ASQ, Boeing, Department of Defense, DCMA, Security Compliance and Standards
- Workflow Development of Manufacturing Process, Contract Requirements, and Quality Standards
- Failure Investigation and Analysis
- Non Conforming Material and Corrective Actions
- PC-DIMS Inspection Software, CMM Programming,
- AS9102 FAI creation and inspection
Certification
PC-DIMS CAD++ Level 1,2,3
J-STD-001G Inspection of Soldered Components
NSC First Aid, CPR, AED
GD&T/Aerospace Components
Timeline
Quality Control Inspector/CMM Programmer/CNC Team Lead
Associated Aircraft Manufacturing & Sales, Inc
06.2012 - 09.2022
CNC Machinist
D-M Fabrication
03.2010 - 07.2011
CNC Machinist/Machine Tool Builder
Rite-On Industries
07.1998 - 02.2008
No Degree - Mechanical Engineering
Schoolcraft College
High School Diploma -
Northville High School