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Wess Duthu

Chauvin,LA

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

CNC Machinist

Gulf Coast Manufacturing
Houma, Louisiana
06.2021 - 10.2024
  • Read and interpret blueprints, skhes, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece.
  • Set up and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, milling, turning, and grinding.
  • Monitor CNC machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as necessary.
  • Perform minor maintenance on the CNC machines such as replacing cutting tools or cleaning machinery parts.
  • Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
  • Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications by measuring with appropriate instruments.
  • Make adjustments to the machine feed rate, speed and depth of cut for each project.
  • Use computer software for programming CNC Machines.
  • Troubleshoot malfunctions in the CNC machinery when necessary.
  • Inspect cutting tools using precision measuring instruments and replace worn tools if needed.
  • Ensure that safety procedures are followed while operating the CNC Machinery.
  • Load raw materials into production equipment; unload finished goods from production equipment.
  • Replace cutting tools according to job requirements; inspect tool condition regularly for wear and damage.
  • Adjust offsets during program execution; monitor results against programmed values.
  • Modify programs according to customer requests and specifications; review all changes before implementation.
  • Set up, adjusted or operated basic or specialized machine tools to support precision machining operations.
  • Set-up and operated lathes, mills and grinders to cut raw materials.
  • Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.

CNC Machinist

Glencore
Houma, Louisiana
02.2018 - 06.2021
  • Read and interpret blueprints, skhes, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece.
  • Set up and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, milling, turning, and grinding.
  • Monitor CNC machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as necessary.
  • Perform minor maintenance on the CNC machines such as replacing cutting tools or cleaning machinery parts.
  • Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
  • Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications by measuring with appropriate instruments.
  • Maintain records of approved and defective units or final products.
  • Make adjustments to the machine feed rate, speed and depth of cut for each project.
  • Use computer software for programming CNC Machines.
  • Test completed workpieces for quality control purposes prior to shipment.
  • Troubleshoot malfunctions in the CNC machinery when necessary.
  • Inspect cutting tools using precision measuring instruments and replace worn tools if needed.
  • Ensure that safety procedures are followed while operating the CNC Machinery.
  • Load raw materials into production equipment; unload finished goods from production equipment.
  • Replace cutting tools according to job requirements; inspect tool condition regularly for wear and damage.

CNC Machinist

NOV
Houma, Louisiana
05.2006 - 02.2016
  • Read and interpret blueprints, skhes, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece.
  • Set up and operate CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, milling, turning, and grinding.
  • Monitor CNC machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls as necessary.
  • Perform minor maintenance on the CNC machines such as replacing cutting tools or cleaning machinery parts.
  • Calculate dimensions and tolerance using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
  • Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications by measuring with appropriate instruments.
  • Maintain records of approved and defective units or final products.
  • Make adjustments to the machine feed rate, speed and depth of cut for each project.
  • Inspect cutting tools using precision measuring instruments and replace worn tools if needed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ellender Memorial High School
Houma, LA
05-2005

Skills

  • Parts Fabrication
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Precision measurement
  • Measurement tools
  • Equipment set up
  • CNC Machine Operation
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Detail Oriented
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Self Motivation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Lathe Operation
  • Tapping and milling
  • Tooling and fixtures
  • Troubleshooting
  • Knowledge of machines
  • CNC Machine Programming

Timeline

CNC Machinist

Gulf Coast Manufacturing
06.2021 - 10.2024

CNC Machinist

Glencore
02.2018 - 06.2021

CNC Machinist

NOV
05.2006 - 02.2016

High School Diploma -

Ellender Memorial High School

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