About this Candidate
DAVRON CV: Candidate 3826373
CNC & MANUAL MACHINIST | 5‑AXIS MILLING | TIGHT‑TOLERANCE INSPECTION
Core Expertise
- Blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation for machining prints and tight-tolerance production.
- Machine setup and teardown, tooling changes, offsets, and program edits for multi-axis equipment.
- Precision inspection using CMM, optical systems, height gauges, micrometers, calipers, and indicators.
- Manual lathe and turret-lathe machining with engine-lathe experience for prototyping and production.
- Safe material handling and forklift operation supporting continuous production flow in busy shops.
Project Background
- Produced high-precision automotive components meeting strict tolerance and inspection requirements.
- Supported small-batch, high-mix job-shop production with frequent machine changeovers and setup optimization.
- Led new production launches including tooling selection, program uploads, and first-piece inspections.
- Troubleshot machining issues, adjusted programs, and reduced scrap through targeted corrections.
- Performed maintenance and equipment troubleshooting to sustain uptime and production targets.
Key Skills
- 5-axis milling (Heller | Zayer | Hermle) | CNC mills & lathes
- CMM | Optical measurement | Height gauges | Micrometers | Calipers | Dial indicators
- Blueprint reading | GD&T interpretation | First-article inspection
- Machine setup | Tooling offsets | Program editing and troubleshooting
- Forklift operation | Reach truck | Pallet jack | Material handling
- Tight-tolerance machining (±0.001" or better) | Shop safety and OSHA practices
Awards & Recognition
- OSHA 10 safety training certification
- EPA Universal refrigerant handling certification
- Forklift and pallet jack operator certifications
Why Interview this Candidate?
A machinist with 12+ years of hands-on CNC and manual machining experience, including 5-axis milling and tight-tolerance work. Proven ability to set up machines, edit programs, and perform CMM-based inspections to meet strict quality requirements. Comfortable in small shop environments supporting multiple machines and new production launches; reliable, safety-focused, and ready to contribute immediately.
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