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Shoua Thao

Little Canada,MN

Summary

Reliable Machinist skilled at reading and following machine schematics and standard operating procedures. Meticulous and systematic with excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Accomplished in manufacturing and repairing precision parts and instruments. Self-motivated and determined Machinist produces and repairs mechanical equipment with keen attention to detail. Accomplished in manufacturing and troubleshooting precision parts and instruments. Specializes in disassembly and rebuilding industrial machinery and extensively trained in safe manufacturing practices. Professional with outstanding problem solving skills focused on driving continuous improvement through innovative ideas and methods. Offering strong attention to detail, skill in reading blueprints and excellent attendance record. Excels at reviewing work orders and running several machines simultaneously in 5s environment. Dedicated Machinist well-versed in managing machine tools with exceptional demonstration in achieving continuous improvement goals and objectives. Expert in disassembling and rebuilding industrial machinery. Extensively trained in safe manufacturing practices and accepting new responsibilities in changing work environment.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Machinist

Wilson Tool International
White Bear Lake, MN
05.2012 - 08.2024
  • Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
  • Maintained quality and safety standards; kept records of maintenance and repair work.
  • Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
  • Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
  • Read blueprints, skhes, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
  • Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
  • 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.
  • Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
  • Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
  • Trained new employees in the use of machinery used in the manufacturing process.
  • Followed written instructions to set up and operate manual equipment and computer-controlled production machines.

Team Lead

Norcraft Cabinetry
Cottonwood, MN
06.2007 - 01.2011
  • Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
  • Trained new staff in relevant processes and procedures.
  • Delegated tasks appropriately according to individual skill sets.

Education

Machine Tool Diploma - Tool Making

Saint Paul College
Saint Paul, MN
05-2012

Skills

  • Lathe Operation
  • Machine troubleshooting
  • Tooling and fixtures
  • De-burring
  • CNC Machine Operation
  • Measurement tools
  • Tooling selection
  • Machine setup
  • Quality Control
  • Troubleshooting
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Surface grinding

Timeline

Machinist

Wilson Tool International
05.2012 - 08.2024

Team Lead

Norcraft Cabinetry
06.2007 - 01.2011

Machine Tool Diploma - Tool Making

Saint Paul College
Shoua Thao