About this Candidate
DAVRON CV: Candidate 3811428
CNC SETUP MACHINIST | LATHE & SWISS SPECIALIST | PROGRAMMING, TROUBLESHOOTING & SHIFT LEAD
Core Expertise
- Start-to-finish CNC lathe and Swiss machine setups, tooling selection, and first-piece qualification.
- CNC programming and conversational control edits using Mastercam, GibbsCAM, and BobCAD-CAM.
- Precision inspection and GD&T-driven quality control using CMM, optical comparator, and micrometers.
- Troubleshooting machine and tooling issues to reduce scrap and restore process capability.
- Shift leadership, operator training, and continuous improvement using Kaizen and Lean principles.
Project Background
- Executed production setups for high-mix precision components across medical, industrial, and OEM applications.
- Developed and validated first-run programs for new parts, including toolpaths, offsets, and touch-offs.
- Machined exotic and stainless alloys—Inconel, titanium, 303/316 stainless, carbon steel, and nonferrous metals.
- Led second-shift operations, supervising and mentoring teams of 15–20 operators to meet throughput targets.
- Supported preventive maintenance, tooling lifecycle management, and machine calibration to maximize uptime.
Key Skills
- CNC Lathes | Swiss Lathe | Mills | 5-Axis Routers | Bar Feeders
- Fanuc | Mazatrol | Conversational Controls | Haas | Okuma | Mori Seiki | Citizen
- Mastercam | GibbsCAM | BobCAD-CAM | CAD/CAM Programming
- GD&T | Blueprint Reading | CMM | Optical Comparator | Micrometers | Bore Gauges
- Tooling Selection | Tool Offsets | Touch-offs | First-piece Validation
- Preventive Maintenance | Machine Calibration | Troubleshooting | LOTO
- Lean Manufacturing | Kaizen | ISO 9001 Quality Systems
- Team Leadership | Operator Training | Shift Lead Experience
Education
- Associate Degree, Business — Lakeland Community College
- Certificate, Information Technology — Lakeland Community College
- Certificate of Completion, CNC Programming & Machine Tools — Cleveland Industrial Training Center
Awards & Recognition
- CNC Programming Certification
- CNC Machining and Tooling Certificates (lathe, mill, Swiss)
- Forklift and LOTO Certifications
Why Interview this Candidate?
A seasoned CNC setup machinist with approximately 17 years of hands-on lathe and Swiss experience, proven in first-run development, programming, and precision inspection. Demonstrated ability to reduce scrap, stabilize processes, and lead second-shift teams while training operators. Ready to apply strong troubleshooting, tooling, and CAM skills to increase production reliability and support advanced responsibilities.
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