Tom Goetsch Email & Phone Number

Union Grove, Wi

As Machinist, responsible for machining 6 to 10-foot long rolls with holding tolerances of plus or minus 0.004”. TRI reading is 0.002” with 0.002” taper. Also operate rotary tig welder for core and journal repair and Hoffman balancer to balance the rolls. Since 2013, I also oversee and train all new lathe operators.

Kenosha, Wi

As a Tool and Die Maker in a two-person in-house tool and die shop, built tooling and did manual machining for rush orders and samples, general repair and rework. Became a resource for engineers and others within the organization in need of manual machining.

Racine, Wi

Advised engineers and designers with ideas to cut cost and scrap by changing the way parts were machined, simplifying the number of steps in processes, or using different materials. Designed and built custom dies and fixtures. Developed prototype tooling for radiators, air-conditioning condensers, and oil coolers. Used micrometers, vernier calipers, gages, microscopes and dial indicators to self-inspect all work. Performed troubleshooting, repair and rebuilding of machinery, including fin roll machines, tube stuffing machines, tube mill machines. Operated turning lathes, Bridgeport CNC machines, flat grinding machines, large milling machines, rotary grinders, drill presses, radial drills, vertical boring machines, band saws, cutoff saws, shearing machines, press brakes, roll-forming machines, cutting torches, and basic hand tools. Experienced in basic steel welding.

Racine, Wi

Provided in-house tool making and special machinery building services for factories in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. Modine customers included Bloom Energy, BMW, Caterpillar, CNH (Case and New Holland), Chrysler, John Deere, Navistar, and the U.S. Army. Advised engineers and designers with ideas to cut cost and scrap by changing the way parts were machined, simplifying the number of steps in processes, or using different materials. Designed and built custom dies and fixtures. Developed prototype tooling for radiators, air-conditioning condensers, and oil coolers. Used micrometers, vernier calipers, gages, microscopes and dial indicators to self-inspect all work. Performed troubleshooting, repair and rebuilding of machinery, including fin roll machines, tube stuffing machines, tube mill machines. Operated turning lathes, Bridgeport CNC machines, flat grinding machines, large milling machines, rotary grinders, drill presses, radial drills, vertical boring machines, band saws, cutoff saws, shearing machines, press brakes, roll-forming machines, cutting torches, and basic hand tools. Experienced in basic steel welding. Received Modine Certificate of Achievement in Safety for five years without a lost time injury. Received the “Golden Toe” Award for effective use of steel-toed safety shoes.Chosen to be a member of Safety Committee.