Wuakiya S.
Wichita
Summary
Qualified Machinist and CNC Team Lead experienced in optimizing operations of computer numerical control machines. Achieved improvements in productivity and quality standards through effective planning, training, and leadership. Focused on delivering high-quality work while maintaining strong ethics and teamwork.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4027
4027
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CNC Team Lead
Dynamic NC
Rose Hill
03.2025 - Current
- Led CNC machining operations to ensure efficient workflow and productivity.
- Trained and mentored team members on CNC programming and setup procedures.
- Coordinated daily production schedules to meet project deadlines effectively.
- Facilitated communication between departments to streamline production processes.
- Led daily meetings with team members to discuss progress and any issues or concerns related to production.
- Trained new team members on proper operation of CNC equipment as well as safety protocols associated with its use.
- Created detailed reports on machine performance data such as cycle times, part counts.
- Resolved complex problems related to materials, tools, fixtures, and other aspects of the manufacturing process.
- Reviewed blueprints or drawings prior to machining operations in order to ensure accuracy of part dimensions.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues with CNC machines including identifying worn or broken components which needed replacement.
- Set controls to regulate speed, feed and coolant flow.
- Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
- Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
- Set-up and operated lathes, mills and grinders to cut raw materials.
- Used quality stamp to ensure proper verification of part dimensions
- Recommended process improvements based on observations from shop floor activities.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance activities for all CNC machinery in order to minimize downtime due to unexpected repairs.
- Provided technical support and guidance to CNC operators and machinists.
- Analyzed existing processes and developed plans for optimizing them based on available resources and capacity constraints.
- Achieved safety, quality, and performance standards to meet production schedules.
- Safety and first responder committee
- CPR certified
- Operated manual lathes, mills ,and jig bores.
Machinist
Max Aerostructures
Wichita
07.2024 - 03.2025
- Operated CNC machines to fabricate precision parts for various projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to guide machining processes.
- Maintained and calibrated tools to ensure accuracy and reliability.
- Replaced worn cutting tools during machining to ensure optimal performance. as needed during operation.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
- Monitored production output levels and made adjustments as necessary to maintain production goals.
- Kept accurate records regarding production numbers and any repairs performed on machinery.
Machinist
Cox Machine
Wichita
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to guide machining processes.
- Operated CNC machines to fabricate precision parts for various projects.
- Maintained and calibrated tools to ensure accuracy and reliability.
- Setup, operated, and deburred my own parts.
- Inspected parts using precision tools as well as faro arms and cmm.
- Conducted quality inspections of manufactured components for compliance standards.
- Maintained personal inspection stamp for quality assurance.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues, reducing production downtime and maintaining operational continuity.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, enhancing overall production efficiency.
- Trained junior machinists in machine operation and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Used robotic arms to operate machines.
Machinist
HM DUNN
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Conducted quality control inspections to ensure adherence to specifications
- Operated machinery for production processes
- Performed deburring processes on parts to achieve smooth finishes and precision
- Operated 2/3/4/5 axis machines for precision manufacturing
- Operated forklift to transport materials
- FORKLIFT OPERATOR
- Executed program adjustments for machinery to optimize operation and accuracy
CONTRACTOR
FIBER OPTIC LINE OPERATOR
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Excavated and buried cables for Cox and AT&T, resulting in organized and efficient installations.
- Pulled cables through boreholes, enhancing installation process and minimizing disruptions.
- Operated fiber optic splicing equipment for efficient network installation.
- Installed and maintained fiber optic lines across various terrains.
- Conducted routine inspections to maintain line integrity and optimize network performance.
OWNER/CONTRACTOR
BUSY BEE'S
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Cleaned interiors and exteriors to uphold property aesthetics
- Landscaped outdoor areas to improve visual appeal
- Installed fencing to reinforce property security
Contractor
HOUSLEY COMMUNICATIONS
Wichita
01.2021 - 01.2023
- CUSTOMER SERVICE
- CABLE BURYING
- CABLE TECHNICIAN
- CONTRACTING
- RUNNING CABLES FROM SERVICE TOWERS TO HOMES
- LEADING A TEAM OF PERSONAL EMPLOYEES
- WAREHOUSE INVENTORY
- Operated fiber optic splicing equipment for installation projects.
- Conducted routine maintenance on fiber optic lines and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot connection issues.
CONTRACTOR
AMAZON
01.2020 - 01.2023
- RECEIVING & DELIVERING PACKAGES IN A TIMELY MANNER
- COMMUNICATING WITH CUSTOMERS & I.T.
- FOLLOWING SPECIFIC INSTRUCTION CONTINUOUSLY
MACHINIST 3
BG PRODUCTS/AUTOMATION
01.2017 - 01.2023
- 2/3/4/6/7/8/9 AXIS MILL/LATHE SETUP & OPERATOR
- DEBURR/BAND SAW
- Conducted quality assurance checks to ensure product standards.
- Machine maintenance such as re-alignment of spindles turrets and proximity switches
- Adjusted floor program settings to enhance production efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Trained new employees on company procedures and best practices.
- Led safety committee meetings to discuss and implement safety protocols.
- Adjusted floor program settings to optimize production processes.
FREELANCE- CUSTOMER SERVICE AND ORGANIZATION
MR PAWN PAWNSHOP/ EASY MONEY PAWNSHOP
01.2017 - 01.2023
MACHINIST
D&D MACHINE AND TOOLING
01.2014 - 01.2017
- RECEIVING MATERIAL/ FORKLIFT OPERATOR
- SAW OPERATOR/DEBURR
- 3rd/4th/5th axis MACHINE SETUP/OPRATOR
- INSPECTION
- TOOLING MAKER
Education
High School - International Baccalaureate Program
Wichita East High School
GED -
Wichita Technical Institute
Some College (No Degree) - Phycologist
Butler Community College
Wichita, KsSkills
- Machining
- Multi-axis machining
- Manual Lathes
- Machine setup
- Lathes expertise
- Boring operations
- Deburring
- First-article inspection
- Cycle time optimization
- Blueprint analysis
- Blueprint interpretation
- Technical troubleshooting
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Quality assurance
- ISO Regulations
- AS9100
- ITAR Regulations
- ISO standards
- Production documentation
- Safety management
- Measuring Instruments
- Optical Comparator
- Tools Cutters and Inserts
- Tool geometry analysis
- Mastercam 2023
- Fusion 360
- SolidWorks
- CAD
- Data analysis
- Cost reduction
- Machining practices
- Precision measuring
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Equipment maintenance
- Hand and power tools
- Blueprint analysis
- Malfunction troubleshooting
- Cycle time optimization
- Hand and power tools
- Metals worked with aluminum, steel, copper, plastic, magnesium, delrin, phenolics, cast, titanium, brass, ECT
- Worked with makino, Toyota, Bridgeport, Hyundai, daewoo, mori seike , Nakamura, fadal, hass, mazak, okuma, snk, grob, Cincinnati, ECT
- Used a variety of vacuum and adjustable fixtures
- Have used mass and fastems systems to control operations of machine
Timeline
CNC Team Lead
Dynamic NC
03.2025 - Current
Machinist
Max Aerostructures
07.2024 - 03.2025
Machinist
Cox Machine
01.2024 - 07.2024
Machinist
HM DUNN
01.2023 - 01.2024
CONTRACTOR
FIBER OPTIC LINE OPERATOR
01.2022 - 01.2023
OWNER/CONTRACTOR
BUSY BEE'S
01.2021 - 01.2023
Contractor
HOUSLEY COMMUNICATIONS
01.2021 - 01.2023
CONTRACTOR
AMAZON
01.2020 - 01.2023
MACHINIST 3
BG PRODUCTS/AUTOMATION
01.2017 - 01.2023
FREELANCE- CUSTOMER SERVICE AND ORGANIZATION
MR PAWN PAWNSHOP/ EASY MONEY PAWNSHOP
01.2017 - 01.2023
MACHINIST
D&D MACHINE AND TOOLING
01.2014 - 01.2017
High School - International Baccalaureate Program
Wichita East High School
GED -
Wichita Technical Institute
Some College (No Degree) - Phycologist
Butler Community College
Goals
Strive to be better
Hobbies and Interests
- MAKE ICT Community
- Music/ fire spinning
- Travel
- Hunting/Fishing
- Motorcycles/Cars/Boats
Goals
Strive to be better