About this Candidate
DAVRON CV: Candidate 1917904
TOOL & DIE MAKER | CNC MACHINIST | EDM PROGRAMMER
Core Expertise
- Tool and die making with 26 years of hands-on fabrication, fitting, and precision assembly.
- Mold making including maintenance, repair, and cavity alignment for production-ready tooling.
- CAM programming and toolpath generation using Mastercam, ESPRIT, SolidWorks CAM, and Fusion 360.
- CNC and conventional machining proficiency across mills, lathes, Mazak controls, and wire EDM equipment.
- Tool maintenance, setups, troubleshooting, and process optimization to reduce downtime and scrap.
Project Background
- Executed end-to-end toolmaking projects from design through delivery in job shops and plants.
- Programmed and operated CNC mills and lathes for production runs, prototyping, and short-run tooling.
- Programmed and maintained wire EDM processes for tight-tolerance features and complex tool geometries.
- Led apprenticeship-trained teams, provided on-the-job coaching, and supported cross-training initiatives.
- Performed welding, jig setup, and operated industrial lifts to streamline production and tool handling.
Key Skills
- CAM suites: Mastercam | ESPRIT | Fusion 360 | SolidWorks CAM | AutoCAD proficiency
- Mazak control experience, CNC mill and lathe operation, and G-code interpretation skills
- Wire EDM programming and operation with focus on fixturing and electrode management
- Tool maintenance, fixture building, precision measuring, and tooling inspection practices
- Conventional machining: milling, turning, grinding, and manual machine setup expertise
- Welding capability, industrial lift operation, and adherence to workshop safety standards
Education
- Technical Engineering — Central Piedmont Community College
Awards & Recognition
- Journeyman certification — apprenticeship completion recognized by state and federal authorities
Why Interview this Candidate?
They bring 26 years of tool and die and mold-making experience with proven end-to-end capability from CAM programming to setup and wire EDM. Apprenticeship-backed journeyman certification and deep Mastercam/Mazak experience enable rapid contribution. Demonstrated leadership in training and process improvements suits them for senior machinist, programmer, or toolroom leadership roles.
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