* Involved in all aspects from beginning to end of tooling Progressive, Line, Transfer, Form Draw, and blank dies. * Demonstrates strong organizational skills, coordinating tool steel and machine operations.* Involved in assembling die. Installed steel on die and assembled properly to ensure efficient operation.* Operates machinery such as grinders, mills, drill press, hand tools, EZ Trac, punch presses, and lathes. * Travel to provide field support.* Outstanding print reading skills. Tested out of Advanced Print Interpretation class for apprentice training.* Experience in reverse engineering and engineering changes. * 5+ years experience in medical molds and dies.

Involved in all aspects of building dies and working as an individual. I left this company due to slow work loads in an effort to find something stable and fulfilling.

Involved in all aspects of building dies, including traveling to provide field support. I was layed off from the company when they experienced slow work loads and financial difficulty.

Involved in all aspects of die process, include field support, print reading and operating various types of machinery. I left this position for a company offering more opportunities for growth and experience.

I started my apprenticeship with HTI and worked as a toolmaker helper, learning the trade until the business closed its doors in 2001.