Profile

Solid background in machining and prototype work, with strong emphasis in reading blueprints and the use of measuring equipment. Consistently meets deadlines and customer expectations. Experienced in shop practices and in managing multiple machines. Skilled in developing and implementing standard and new procedures. Working knowledge of creating mechanical style drawings and a firm understanding of CAD principles.

Education

High School diploma, Lynnville-Sully Community Schools

Machinist Technology Diploma, DMACC

Computer-Aided Design Technology AAS Degree, DMACC

May 2004

August 2006

 May 2008

Career History

Janco Industries, Sully, IA

Feb. 2005-current

Machinist

·     Knowledge of laser cutting, plasma cutting, cnc mill work, cnc lathe work, saw, and simple welding

·     Manage night crew- setting up machines and monitoring part quality

·     Write programs for prototype parts using Mastercam X

·     In charge of machining floor when supervisor is gone

·     Increased productivity by working outside of normal business hours to keep production parts from going to other businesses

·     Handle large sheets of steel using forklifts, cranes, and magnets

·     Learned to work closely with other people and listen to other’s ideas

·     Learned to manage time wisely

Dunsburgen Construction, Sully, IA

Feb. 2004-Feb. 2005

Construction Worker

·     Built houses, garages, additions, decks, and pull barns

·     Concrete work, remodeling, and demolition

·     Responsible for set-up and clean-up 

·     Learned the importance of an organized workspace

·     Learned many construction practices and how to handle a full-time job

Fareway Stores, Grinnell, IA

Dec. 2001-Feb. 2004

Stockperson

·     Stock shelves

·     Bag groceries and carry-out for customers

·     Learned good customer relation skills

·     Learned to manage money

Abilities

·     Machines- Mori Seki lathe NL 2000 and SL2, Mori Seki mill DuraVertical 5300, Fadal mill, Hankwang Laser cutter, CMC plasma

·     Computer- Efficient in Mastercam X and Microsoft Word, familiar in AutoCAD 2007, SolidWorks 2006, Pro-Engineer 3.0, Microsoft Excel and Power Point