Wesley Graves
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Solid background in CNC mill operations and proven track record in precision machining. Successfully contributed to production efficiency and ensured adherence to safety protocols. Demonstrated ability in troubleshooting equipment and maintaining high-quality standards.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CNC Mill Operator/Programmer
Tranzonic Companies
06.2023 - Current
- Transformed technical drawings into accurate 3D models.
- Primarily created wiper assemblies for automated circuit board manufacturing machines.
- Secondarily made factory parts for the machines on Tranzonic's production floor. Most parts had to be reverse engineered due to lack of technical drawings.
- Developed components enhancing machine safety and performance.
- Enhanced project outcomes through teamwork with proficient mechanical engineering staff.
- Used 3D printing for some components and prototypes, as well as nominal dimensions for work probing in the mill.
- Materials used were:
- -aluminum
- -mild steel
- -4140 steel
- -stainless steel
- -delrin
- -nylon
- -PLA
Grounds Manager
River Glen Equestrian Park
05.2014 - Current
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Set cross country jumps, jumper, and hunter rings according to specifications set by course designers
- Operated heavy machinery such as tractors, forklifts and trucks.
Machine Shop Assistant
Holston River Machine
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Used different machines and tools based on individual job requirements.
- Read and understood production documents to produce quality products.
- Measured and examined stock to check conformance with specifications.
- Moved materials and products to established locations using forklifts.
- Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality.
- Assisted production team by restocking supplies, cleaning areas and maintaining machinery.
- Maintained and organized material and product inventory.
Manager
Al's Pizza
08.2003 - 04.2014
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Started as bus boy and worked up to fill manager position
Education
No Degree - Advanced Manufacturing
Pellissippi State Community College
Knoxville, TN11.2023
High School Diploma -
Asheville High School
Asheville, NC05.2003
Skills
- Equipment Cleaning and Maintenance
- Creative Solutions
- Blueprint reading
- Operational Efficiency
- Project Deadlines
- CNC Mill Operations
Certification
- OSHA certification
- Phillips Service Training
Timeline
CNC Mill Operator/Programmer
Tranzonic Companies
06.2023 - Current
Machine Shop Assistant
Holston River Machine
08.2022 - 12.2022
Grounds Manager
River Glen Equestrian Park
05.2014 - Current
Manager
Al's Pizza
08.2003 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
Asheville High School
No Degree - Advanced Manufacturing
Pellissippi State Community College
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