William Cobb III
Rockford
Summary
Assisted teams in achieving project goals in collaborative and individual environments.,Contributed strong organizational skills and a dedicated work ethic to various tasks.,Eager to tackle new responsibilities within a dynamic team.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Fanuc Schneeburger Operator
Gleason
Loves Park, IL
09.2024 - Current
- Operate Schneeburger CNC grinding machines utilizing Fanuc control systems to manufacture and sharpen precision tooling and shaper cutters.
- Perform setup, operation, and adjustment of CNC equipment to maintain accuracy, consistency, and production efficiency.
- Machine and sharpen components using a variety of materials including carbide, stainless steel, and G90 steel.
- Inspect finished parts using precision measuring equipment such as height gauges, calipers, and GMS measuring systems to ensure compliance with customer specifications and tolerances.
- Interpret work instructions, tooling specifications, and customer requirements to maintain high quality standards.
- Monitor tooling wear, machine performance, and dimensional accuracy throughout production runs.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment while adhering to company quality and safety procedures.
CNC Lathe Setup/machinist/operator
Semco Carbon
Lorain, OH
10.2023 - 08.2024
- I have been a CNC lathe setup/Operator since 2017 and I am NIM's certified in lathe operation, lathe setup, and general tooling.
- As a CNC Lathe set-up/operator I inspect equipment, identified malfunctions or maintenance needs and replace dull, worn or defective parts, study and edit the program as needed.
- De-burred and cleaned parts after each job and inspected each closely to locate any concerns.
- Studied blueprints and layouts to determine material requirements and set up equipment to meet job specifications.
- Inspect parts using various gages, calipers, and pins.
- Entered instructions and reference points into machines, set up conditional switches and monitored operations during productions.
- Good knowledge of G&M codes and editing of speeds and feeds
- Experience with HAAS ST15, ST20, and ST25 dual spindle lathes.
- Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
- Forklift Operator
CNC Lathe Setup/Operator
Chicago Fittings
Beloit, WI
09.2013 - 10.2023
- Set up and operated single- and dual-turret Haas CNC lathes in a high-volume gas fittings manufacturing environment.
- Interpreted blueprints and machining specifications to ensure parts met dimensional and quality requirements.
- Performed in-process and final inspections using precision measuring instruments including calipers, gauges, ring gauges, and other inspection tools.
- Maintained tight tolerances and verified conformance of finished components to blueprint specifications.
- Adjusted tooling offsets, machine settings, and setups to maintain production efficiency and part accuracy.
- Monitored machine performance and identified issues affecting quality, tooling wear, or production output.
- Followed workplace safety standards and quality control procedures during all machining operations.
Education
Trade school - CNC lathe setup
Rock Valley College
Rockford, ILTrade school - CNC, blueprint, and tooling
Rock Valley College
Rockford, IL09-2015
High school diploma - undefined
Rockford, IL06-2012
Skills
- CNC Lathe
- CAD
- Forklift operator
- Customer service
- Works well on a team
- Works great without supervision
- Quick to learn
- Blueprint Reading
- Customer Service
- Forklift
- Micrometer
- Machining
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Calipers
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Fanuc Schneeburger Operator
Gleason
09.2024 - Current
CNC Lathe Setup/machinist/operator
Semco Carbon
10.2023 - 08.2024
CNC Lathe Setup/Operator
Chicago Fittings
09.2013 - 10.2023
Trade school - CNC lathe setup
Rock Valley College
Trade school - CNC, blueprint, and tooling
Rock Valley College