Matthew P. Wilkins

**** ***** ***** **.

Whitehall, MI 49461

231-***-****

Cell 231-***-****

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Dear Prospective Employer:

As a brief outline of my employment background, I have enclosed a

current resume for your convenience in determining whether I possess the

necessary skills and qualifications for employment with your company.

I have over twenty years of experience in the manufacturing

industry, which has encompassed a variety of responsibilities and

situations. Additionally, I have a first rate work history, the ability to

adapt to new or modified procedures, am self-motivated and work well with

little or no supervision.

I have an extensive background in troubleshooting existing processes

and developing new processes. I am also experienced in developing and

leading effective teams and function well as a leader and a member of a

team.

I would like to meet with you to discuss my qualifications and my

ability to contribute to the continued growth and success of your company.

Please contact me at your convenience to schedule a personal interview.

Thank you for your consideration of my request for employment.

Sincerely,

Matthew

P. Wilkins

Matthew P. Wilkins

5165 South Shore DR.

Whitehall, MI 49461

231-***-****

Cell 231-***-****

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EDUCATION

MUSKEGON COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Muskegon, Michigan

. Associates of Applied Science in Electronics Technology

GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Grand Rapids, Michigan

1. Have attended courses on Basic Plastic Processing, Injection

Molding Theory & Practice, Applied Injection Molding, Plastic

Testing, and Hydraulics

. Current GPA 4.0

WHITEHALL HIGH SCHOOL, Whitehall, Michigan, Graduated 1992

WORK EXPERIENCE

Kaydon Corporation, Muskegon Michigan (5/13-Present)

. CNC Setup and Operator

. Troubleshoot programs as needed

. CNC Lathe operator

. CMM Operator as needed

. Assist with maintenance as needed

AERO FOIL INTERNATIONAL, Muskegon Michigan (4/07-1/13)

. Haas CNC operator and setup

. Create new production programs and troubleshoot existing programs

. ONA EDM operator and setup

. Create new programs and troubleshoot existing programs

. Maintain and repair ONA EDMS

. Work with quality to create new work instructions and improve existing

. Maintain and monitor inventory for EDM and assembly supplies

. Have taken CNC programming courses

. Setup operate and troubleshoot wire EDM and Small Hole Shooter EDM

. Setup and operate Fanuc robot for tool change system on EDM machine

. Setup and operate CMM for part quality checks

. Setup and Operate Campbell CBN grinder

. Setup and operate Matsuura horizontal milling machine

SEABROOK PLASTICS, Muskegon, Michigan (10/2000 to 3-31-06)

. Maintenance Manager

. Responsible for maintenance and repair of all equipment

. Familiar with Niigata Injection Molding Machines and Star And Yushin

Robots

. Responsible for installation, repair and programming of robots

. Design and build all EOAT, and secondary automation fixtures

. Refurbish all recently purchased equipment for production use

. Assist in process development and troubleshooting

. Assist in developing production schedules

. Determine machine capability

. Develop and maintain preventative maintenance program

. Develop new supplier base

. Develop incoming material inspection system

. Prepare shipments and manage inventory system

. Design and install central material handling system

DILESCO CORPORATION, PLASTICS DIVISION, Muskegon, Michigan (10/93 to

10/2000)

As Leadman and Acting Supervisor, responsible for overseeing shift

production.

Familiar with Natco And Cincinnati injection molding machines 85-ton thru

1000-ton

capacity

Familiar with the processing of Nylon, Polypropylene, TPO, Polytrope,

ABS, Polycarbonate and various glass and mineral filled grades of these

materials

Assist in design and development of new projects

Assist in the development and implementation of QS9000

Perform machine set-ups, startups, processing and quality control

Maintain and repair all dies for plastics division as well as maintenance

and repair of die casting dies

Maintain and repair all machinery

Work shipping and receiving; machine operator and scheduling of

production

Train new personnel in accordance with company production procedures

MUSKEGON ALUMINUM & BRONZE COMPANY, Muskegon, Michigan (6/93-9/93)

Trained in the use of sandblasting equipment and lift truck operation

Experience in the use of belt grinding, snag grinding, and polishing

equipment

WHITE LAKE PAINTING COMPANY, Whitehall, Michigan (5/91-6/93)

Trained in the use or various painting techniques as well as air and

airless spraypainting equipment

Responsible for preparation inspection and follow-up inspection and

cleanup

Maintained work site machinery

Foreman and site supervisor

Delta Truck Driving Academy

. Class A CDL Driver with Tanker, Doubles and triples, and Haz Mat

Endorsements.

PASCHALL TRUCK LINES, Murray, Kentucky (4/2006-6-2006)

. Company Driver

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

Trained in the use of ARC, MIG, TIG And Gas welders

Capable of drawing and reading blueprints

Trained on AutoCAD 2000I

Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access

Have attended several supervision and leadership seminars

Can read and use calipers and micrometers

Familiar with use of milling machine and other machine shop equipment

Committed to the continuous improvement of all aspects of the operations

I have worked with

. have attended classes on team empowerment and development

References

Brandon Bolde 231-***-****

Andy Gabrielson 616-***-****

Bill Palace 231-***-****

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