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Wesley Kite

Hillsboro,MO

Summary

Hardworking CNC professional 10 years+ experienced in different machines and production environments. Reliable in completely quality work according to tight specifications and following good safety practices. Offers great attention to detail and readiness to tackle and solve diverse problems impacting work results. Dependable CNC operator accomplished in working with metal and plastic to produce pieces. Versed in setting up, running and fixing CNC machinery. Attentive during operations and quick to step in and handle malfunctions.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Mold Technician

Express Employment Professionals
Maryland Heights, MO
02.2024 - Current
  • Performed visual inspections of molds to detect any signs of damage or wear.
  • Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on molds, such as cleaning and lubricating parts.

Shop Hand/Fabricator Assistant

INDEPENDENCE GRAPHIC & DISPLAY
St Louis, MO
05.2022 - 11.2023
  • Provided assistance with the assembly of components into finished products.
  • Utilized hand tools such as drills, screwdrivers, saws.
  • Supported fabrication team with various tasks related to projects.
  • Used welding equipment to join aluminum components following blueprints and job specifications.
  • Assembled and completed products according to production schedules.

Hydromat Operator

Duetsche precision
Maryland Heights, MO
07.2021 - 02.2022
  • Completed regular upkeep work on Hydromat machinery and mechanical equipment to maintain continued operation and operator safety.
  • Facilitated optimal efficiency in machinery with thorough cleaning, lubricating and adjustment of components.
  • Analyzed machine error messages and diagnostic test results to identify faults.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Operated equipment to cut, and fabricate components .

CNC Machine Set up Operator

Skf Usa
ST. LOUIS, MO
08.2017 - 12.2020
  • Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
  • Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
  • Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
  • Set-up and operated lathes to cut raw materials.
  • Observed company's strict safety rules during each shift to avoid job-related injuries.
  • Performed routine maintenance on machines and monitored usage to reduce parts breakdown.
  • Fabricated various parts using multiple machines at once.
  • Set up and operated computer-controlled machines or robots to perform machine functions on metal or plastic workpieces.
  • Verified proper cooling and lubrication of workpieces during machine operation.
  • Transfer commands from servers to CNC modules using computer network links.
  • Stopped machine operation to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement according to required machining sequences.
  • Checked completed workpieces against specifications to assess conformance.
  • Read programming instructions and product blueprints to determine sequences and dimensional requirements.
  • Aligned, mounted and installed tools and attachments on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.

Drive Shaft Technician

A-Line Inc.
St Louis, MO
08.2016 - 08.2017
  • Managed quality control and maintained high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
  • Used bolts, and screws to fasten parts.
  • Adjusted or modified drive shaft to enhance equipment performance or to respond to customer requests.
  • Trained customers on proper operation, maintenance, and safety of newly installed equipment.
  • Disassembled and repaired damaged sections and fabricated replacements.
  • Operated various diagnostic tools to determine repair plans.
  • Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.

Manual Machinist

McCay Tool & Engineering
St Louis, MO
08.2015 - 08.2016

Operated manual milling, drilling, tapping, and grinding machines to fabricate parts according to blueprints or drawings.

Education

GED -

Desoto Sr. High School
De Soto, MO
03.2000

Skills

  • Technical Proficiency
  • Repair Expertise
  • Troubleshooting Skills
  • Active Listening
  • Basic Math
  • Welding Abilities
  • Training & Development
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • PPE Use
  • Parts Fabrication
  • Equipment Calibration
  • Precision Measurement
  • Measurement Tools
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Equipment Set up
  • Equipment Monitoring
  • CNC and Manual Equipment
  • Assembly and Production
  • Machine Maintenance
  • Tapping and Milling
  • De-Burring
  • Able to Lift 50 Pounds
  • Lathe Operation
  • Equipment Operation
  • Machine Cooling Tools
  • Visual Inspection
  • CNC Machine Operation
  • Quality Control
  • Manufacturing
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Boring Operations
  • Troubleshooting
  • Drilling Operations
  • Machine Operation
  • Thread and Plug Gauges

Blueprint Interpretation

Timeline

Mold Technician

Express Employment Professionals
02.2024 - Current

Shop Hand/Fabricator Assistant

INDEPENDENCE GRAPHIC & DISPLAY
05.2022 - 11.2023

Hydromat Operator

Duetsche precision
07.2021 - 02.2022

CNC Machine Set up Operator

Skf Usa
08.2017 - 12.2020

Drive Shaft Technician

A-Line Inc.
08.2016 - 08.2017

Manual Machinist

McCay Tool & Engineering
08.2015 - 08.2016

GED -

Desoto Sr. High School
Wesley Kite