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Milford, New Hampshire, United States

I work with engineers and other technicians to design, fabricate, install, set up, test, troubleshoot, repair, and adjust manufacturing machinery and equipment, using any combination of machining, electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or computer technologies.Working from engineering drawings and work orders, I manufacture and/or repair machinery parts, prototypes and subassemblies utilizing our ProtoTrak CNC RX7 bed milling machine and our Prototrak CNC lathe. I also fabricate and repair parts using our TIG welder, Mig welder, oxy acetylene torches, plasma cutters, hand tools and precision measuring tools.Equipment Development duties:• Test and maintain machines and subassemblies for functionality and/or quality.• Troubleshoot problems with equipment or devices.• Build and install new equipment and subassemblies.• Set up and efficiently operate our Prototrak RX7 74" bed mill, Prototrak lathe and manual machines.• Assist engineers in developing, building, or testing prototypes or new equipment.• Calibrate or adjust equipment to ensure quality production, using precision measuring tools.• Inspect finished equipment or subassemblies for quality and adherence to specifications.• Maintain logs for inventories or materials.• Generate purchase orders for materials, tools and equipment.• Plan and layout work to meet production and schedule requirements.• Prepare production documents, such as standard operating procedures, inventory reports, • Measure and record data associated with operating equipment.• Provide advice or training to other technicians.

Fitchburg, Massachusetts, United States

Diagnose Dynapath computer systems, mechanical and hydraulic systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.Review technical documents to identify the most effective ways to approach projects to efficiently complete equipment maintenance and repair.Complete partial or full dismantling of equipment to repair or replace defective components, drives, solenoids, relays and gear boxes to restore machine functionality.Schedule and coordinate the services of outside contractors and vendors for specialized repair, maintenance and OSHA inspections.Design and create jigs, fixtures, and replacement components on lathes and milling machines.

Fitchburg, Massachusetts, United States

• Prepare daily work instructions for all machining jobs from customer purchase orders Create CNC programs from customer prints using APT for our lathe turning centers.• Schedule daily FedEx shipping and create logs detailing production data such as volume, material and labor costs helping management make accurate operational decisions.• Track customer work orders by maintaining an Excel database to access status reports for quick reference of machining progress and schedules.• Confer with customers and engineering personnel to revise workflow and achieve demanding production targets.• Schedule all outsourced work to include NDT testing, waste oil reclamation and scrap metal recycling.• Order and inventory all office and machine shop supplies. Compile biannual inventory reports for business tax purposes.

Fitchburg, Massachusetts, United States

• Study daily work instructions and prints to determine machined dimensions and tolerances to within .001/ inch accurately.• Accurately machine bronze, stainless steel, steel and ni-resist on vertical/horizontal milling machines, large and small lathes as well as CNC turning centers.• Implemented updated operating procedures as needed for milling machines to increase productivity by 30% and increase tooling longevity by 50%.• Train new hires on cut off lathes, milling machines, band saws, CNC turning centers as well as shop safety protocols and time management.

Groton, Massachusetts, United States

When General Electric closed, I went to school in Manchester for graphic arts. Upon graduating, I accepted a position with Deluxe Corporation. As a composition artist I was responsible for designing printed business media, including brochures, post cards, forms, and business cards. I was promoted to Digital Art Team where I assisted dealers with preparing their digital art files for print production. I am well versed in Adobe applications including Illustrator and Photoshop, as well as Microsoft Office applications. I currently use my graphic designs skills in a freelance capacity. I produce labels for small local businesses including Parker's Maple Barn in Mason, NH.

Fitchburg, Massachusetts, United States

As an Assembly Tech (Craftsworker) I helped build Steam Turbines used in industrial plants, power stations and the United States Navy. I worked as a pipe fitter on the SSTG2 Seawolf Nuclear submarine turbine/generator sets, utilizing benders, cutters and prep tools. I worked in the test department operating naval turbines, as well as other industrial turbines. Utilized all heavy industrial machinery required for the production of these units. Licensed to operate cranes and moving equipment, as well as all OSHA training and GE six sigma training . I worked for two years in the machine shop as well, running millers, lathes and hones.

New Hampshire, United States

Built homes from foundation to finish. I was the Lead Carpenter for several projects over the years. I helped resolved aesthetic and structural problems that other workers ran into. Learning carpentry and working in this industry for several years formed a solid foundation for advancing my future skills in other mechanical industries. Dan Aho (Rainbow Builders), Ron Hakala (Hakala Co.) and Bill Harper (West Rindge Builders) were intelligent and supportive mentors.

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Certificate, Graphic Communications

Advanced training in Computer Graphic Design. I'm well versed in Adobe products including Illustrator and Photoshop as well as Basic Web.