About this Candidate
DAVRON CV: Candidate 912539
JOURNEYMAN MACHINIST | CNC 3–6 AXIS & PRECISION GRINDING
Core Expertise
- Precision machining on manual and CNC platforms (3–6 axis) for aerospace and defense components.
- Advanced gear grinding and finishing methods ensuring tight tolerances and reduced rework.
- Preventive and corrective maintenance of machine tools to maximize uptime and extend lifespan.
- Quality assurance using precision measuring tools to detect defects early and maintain standards.
- Process optimization and waste reduction through cycle-time improvements and workflow analysis.
- Mentoring apprentices and leading cross-functional teams to boost productivity and skill development.
Project Background
- Supported long-term manufacturing programs for major power-systems and defense manufacturers.
- Led tooling setup, feeds/speeds adjustments, and tooling changes for high-precision production runs.
- Developed and implemented preventative maintenance schedules that reduced machine downtime.
- Designed streamlined quality processes that lowered defect rates and improved delivery reliability.
- Executed troubleshooting and minor repairs to accelerate machine recovery and sustain throughput.
Key Skills
- CNC 3–6 Axis | DMS routers | Horizontal & vertical machines
- Precision grinding | Gear finishing | Surface and profile control
- Inspection tools: calipers, micrometers, gauges | Blueprint interpretation
- Preventive maintenance | Troubleshooting | Tool setup & offsets
- OSHA compliance | Safety inspections | Quality control documentation
- Inventory management | Materials handling | Vendor component review
Education
- Some college coursework, Industrial Engineering — M.A.T.C
- High School Diploma — Custer High
Why Interview this Candidate?
A seasoned journeyman machinist with nearly three decades of hands-on experience in aerospace, defense, and power manufacturing. Demonstrated ability to improve throughput, reduce waste, and lower defect rates through precision grinding, CNC setup, and preventative maintenance. Proven leader who trains apprentices, resolves production bottlenecks, and implements process improvements to deliver measurable results.
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