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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Leonard Rokusek

NC Programmer
Machesney Park,IL

Summary

Versatile NC Programmer with comprehensive experience in Trumpf and JetCam nesting software. CAD part design and tooling selection. Demonstrated expertise in programming Laser and turret punch machinery to deliver quality output.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

NC Programmer

Taylor Company
Rockton, Illinois
09.2019 - Current
  • Prepare detailed operation sheets for the N/C portion of the process and make estimates of setup and run hours for production parts and design & build hours for tooling.
  • Read and interpret drawings and specifications for manufacturing requirements
  • Program machine sequences
  • Work with Jetcam, Trumpf Boost software for designing cutting and punching layout nests

CNC Laser Operator

Taylor Company
Rockton, Illinois
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Maintained job program and material input for machine production
  • Daily laser calibration and maintenance

Creative Director

Self Employed
Rockford, IL
02.2011 - 08.2018

Maintained assembly and paint production for the fishing industry

Carefully prepared all design layouts into prepress files for offset, web and digital printing

Managed all art and office supply needs

Designed graphics for websites, logos and promotions for marketing purposes.

Researched industry trends and evaluated competitive products.

Learned new software packages in addition to traditional art methods.

Developed art and design concepts.

Art Director

Tom Harmer Sports
Loves Park, Illinois
09.2015 - 01.2018
  • Designed new on-brand visual elements for screen printing and Vinyl Graphics
  • Maintained consistent use of graphic imagery in materials and other marketing outreach
  • Worked with internal clients to determine strategy and design
  • Generated new ideas with limited direction and varied internal client needs.

Lead Graphic Designer

Recognition Pros
Loves Park, Illinois
09.2015 - 08.2016
  • Generated computer graphics and page-layout software, graphic elements and photography
  • Worked with internal clients to determine strategy and design for annual marketing campaigns
  • Maintained consistent use of graphic imagery in materials and other marketing outreach.

Graphic Designer / Fabricator

Sure Light Signs
Elgin, Illinois
04.2005 - 10.2008
  • Digital Signage and Vinyl Graphic Designs and Layout
  • Generated new ideas with limited direction and varied internal client needs
  • Composition of New Designs and Layouts
  • Executed the entire assembly process by accurately interpreting set-up sheets, work orders, drawings or blueprints
  • Installed protective devices such as bracing, padding, or strapping to prevent shifting or damage during shipping
  • Installation of Signage and Vinyl Graphics

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Human Services, Rehabilitative Services

Rock Valley College

Certificate in Digital Graphic Design: Graphic Design - undefined

Illinois Institute of Art

Skills

Sheetmetal

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Accomplishments

    Perfect attendance for 3 years and counting

Certification

Trumpf Boost SoftwareTraining

Timeline

Trumpf Boost SoftwareTraining

06-2021
NC Programmer - Taylor Company
09.2019 - Current
CNC Laser Operator - Taylor Company
01.2018 - 01.2019
Art Director - Tom Harmer Sports
09.2015 - 01.2018
Lead Graphic Designer - Recognition Pros
09.2015 - 08.2016
Creative Director - Self Employed
02.2011 - 08.2018
Graphic Designer / Fabricator - Sure Light Signs
04.2005 - 10.2008
Rock Valley College - Associate of Applied Science, Human Services, Rehabilitative Services
Illinois Institute of Art - Certificate in Digital Graphic Design: Graphic Design,
Leonard RokusekNC Programmer