About this Candidate
DAVRON CV: Candidate 3811278
SENIOR TOOLMAKER & CNC MACHINIST | PROTOTYPING, MOLDS, PROGRESSIVE DIES
Core Expertise
- Precision prototype machining and mold making for R&D and low-volume production.
- Progressive die and stamping-tool modification, maintenance, and troubleshooting for production lines.
- CNC programming and multi-axis machining using Mastercam, hyperMILL, SolidWorks CAM, and G-code.
- Fixture, electrode, and tooling fabrication including heat treatment and precision finishing.
- Close-tolerance inspection and quality control to 0.0001 inch using CMMs and manual gauges.
- Team leadership, training, preventive maintenance, and Lean techniques to improve uptime.
Project Background
- Supported prototype builds, fixtures, and replacement parts for NPI and production teams.
- Programmed and operated wire and sinker EDM, CNC mills, and manual machining centers.
- Developed work instructions, mold-history records, and trained technicians on tooling processes.
- Performed die changeovers, press troubleshooting, and progressive-die preventive maintenance.
- Executed precision inspections with CMM systems and handheld metrology to verify critical tolerances.
Key Skills
- Mastercam | hyperMILL | SolidWorks CAM | G-code
- CNC Mills & Lathes | Haas | Okuma | Mikron | Makino | LeBlond-Makino
- Wire & Sinker EDM | Sodick | Mitsubishi | Makino EDM
- CMM Inspection | Mitutoyo MCOSMOS | CAT1000 | calipers & micrometers
- 3D Printing | Prusa | Bambu Lab | Creality
- Welding: MIG | TIG | Stick | Laser welding
- Lean Manufacturing | Kaizen | 5S | Preventive Maintenance
Education
- Associate of Science, Machine Tool Technology — Modesto Junior College
- Associate of Science, CNC Operator — Modesto Junior College
- GED — Cesar Chavez Adult School
Awards & Recognition
- Advanced Mastercam Training
- SOLIDWORKS Essentials
- Certified System Training
Why Interview this Candidate?
They bring practical, hands-on toolmaking and CNC expertise with a strong record of delivering precision parts to 0.0001 inch tolerances. Experienced across prototyping, mold and die work, EDM, multi-axis programming, and CMM inspection. Proven shop leader who trains technicians, improves uptime with preventive maintenance, and translates engineering requirements into manufacturable tooling. Ready to contribute immediate value to prototyping, R&D, and production machining teams.
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