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, LA05-2005
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