Spencer Forbes
Lakeland
Summary
Motivated Programmer with exceptional background spent in the Manufacturing industry. Engaging demeanor known for working well in deadline-driven environments. Expert in Machining with training in Solidworks/Mastercam. Quickly masters new software packages and hardware technologies. Effective at supporting team needs with high-quality code, subject matter expertise and collaboration skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNC Programmer
Alpha Additive
04.2024 - Current
- Tailored CNC designs for use across numerous raw material types.
- Applied accepted geometric dimension and tolerance (GD&T) standards to projects to maintain sound structural integrity.
- Designed work paths for custom projects, selecting appropriate parameters for speed, feed rates and tool selection.
- Programmed work paths for both mills and lathes.
- Collaborated with engineering team to optimize CNC machining processes.
CNC Machinist/Programmer
ANDYMARK
11.2019 - Current
- Reduced machine downtime through regular maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment issues
- Enhanced productivity by implementing efficient CNC programming and machine operation technique
- Assisted in the training of new operators, sharing industry knowledge and best practices
- Optimized tool selection for specific jobs, resulting in reduced wear and longer tool life
- Served as a reliable resource for colleagues seeking guidance on CNC programming or machine setup challenges
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures
- Utilized CAD and CAM software to design tool paths, select cutting tools and set machine parameters
Merchandiser
Lowes Home Improvement
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Boosted sales by implementing effective merchandising strategies and visually appealing displays
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing product knowledge and recommending suitable items based on individual needs
- Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability
- Collaborated with store management to develop promotional plans and execute timely merchandise resets
- Increased brand visibility by designing eye-catching window displays that highlighted new products and seasonal trends
Education
No Degree - CNC Machining
IPFW
Fort Wayne, IN06-2018
High School Diploma - undefined
New Haven High School
New Haven, IN06.2014
Skills
- Parts Fabrication
- CAD and CAM software
- Blueprint Interpretation
- SolidWorks
- CAD Utilization
- Mastercam
- Machine Calibration
- G-code programming
- Fixture Design
- Lathe Operation
- Precision Machining
- Troubleshooting
Certification
Fundamentals of CNC Machining, 10/01/17 to 2018, Section 1: Beginning Machining (5 sessions), In the first sessions, participants will focus on machine shop safety and discussion will center on proper usage and care of conventional machinery. Participants will learn about the use of measuring tools used in the machine shop, including simple but defining projects using horizontal and vertical bandsaws, manual lathes, mills, drilling, and tapping. Participants will also practice defining feed and speed, as well as how to arrive at the proper thought process to achieve accurate cutting conditions. Light descriptions of tooling and their uses and chip formation will be covered., Highlights: Metal cutting (sawing horizontal/vertical), Manual lathe and mill operation, Shop measuring practices, Tool geometry and uses., Section 2: Basic CNC Lathe Programming and Machining (5 sessions), Upon learning the fundamentals of a machine shop, participants will learn about tooling, how to setup tool and work offsets and what they mean to a program, along with beginning to form a functional CNC lathe program based off the Fanuc programming lathe as it relates to Haas machine tools., Highlights: CNC lathe tooling, CNC lathe work and tool offsets, CNC lathe programming basics, Lathe G and M code., Section 3: Basic CNC Mill Programming and Machining (5 sessions), These sessions will cover the basics of 3-axis mill programming and builds off the skills learned in the CNC lathe sessions. Participants will learn how offsets work and how that changes the way the machine is programmed. This section also includes Fanuc programming as it relates to Haas machine tools., Highlights: CNC mill tooling, CNC mill work and tool offsets, CNC mill programming basics, Mill G and M code, Canned cycles.
Timeline
CNC Programmer
Alpha Additive
04.2024 - Current
CNC Machinist/Programmer
ANDYMARK
11.2019 - Current
Merchandiser
Lowes Home Improvement
08.2019 - 11.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
New Haven High School
Fundamentals of CNC Machining, 10/01/17 to 2018, Section 1: Beginning Machining (5 sessions), In the first sessions, participants will focus on machine shop safety and discussion will center on proper usage and care of conventional machinery. Participants will learn about the use of measuring tools used in the machine shop, including simple but defining projects using horizontal and vertical bandsaws, manual lathes, mills, drilling, and tapping. Participants will also practice defining feed and speed, as well as how to arrive at the proper thought process to achieve accurate cutting conditions. Light descriptions of tooling and their uses and chip formation will be covered., Highlights: Metal cutting (sawing horizontal/vertical), Manual lathe and mill operation, Shop measuring practices, Tool geometry and uses., Section 2: Basic CNC Lathe Programming and Machining (5 sessions), Upon learning the fundamentals of a machine shop, participants will learn about tooling, how to setup tool and work offsets and what they mean to a program, along with beginning to form a functional CNC lathe program based off the Fanuc programming lathe as it relates to Haas machine tools., Highlights: CNC lathe tooling, CNC lathe work and tool offsets, CNC lathe programming basics, Lathe G and M code., Section 3: Basic CNC Mill Programming and Machining (5 sessions), These sessions will cover the basics of 3-axis mill programming and builds off the skills learned in the CNC lathe sessions. Participants will learn how offsets work and how that changes the way the machine is programmed. This section also includes Fanuc programming as it relates to Haas machine tools., Highlights: CNC mill tooling, CNC mill work and tool offsets, CNC mill programming basics, Mill G and M code, Canned cycles.
No Degree - CNC Machining
IPFW
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