Stephen B. Ball *** *st Avenue, Athens, AL *****
Objective
To exercise my technical and mechanical skills at an organization in a mutually beneficial work environment.
Summary of Qualifications
Knowledge & experience in these areas: CNC operations & setup, 5 axis machines, milling machines, lathes,
Deshazo & Gantry cranes/ industrial hoists, G code, Mazak machines with Mazatrol programs, welder
Employment
CNC Operator (temporary) Steelcase, Athens, AL 12/11 –Present
Responsible for total set up of CNC machine, including setting up, gauging and sharpening tooling, selecting
proper gauge steel for jobs to be performed. Select and adjust proper programs, using G Code to ensure
programmed controlled accuracy. Access computers to view prints and interpret blueprints in accordance
with control data charts. Responsible for quality & verification of finished parts & their perspective location
placement. Use and maintain various sizes & types of measuring instruments, such as micrometers, calipers,
height & depth gauges, surface plates and other hand tools.
CNC Operator (temporary) Snap-on Tools Elkmont, AL 5/11-8/11
Responsible for set up & operation of CNC lathes and milling machines using G Code and Mazatrol programs.
Inspect and gauge machined parts to exact blueprint specifications. Review MCP process data charts and
and make adjustments accordingly. Record tested data as required. Move finished parts to perspective location.
Laborer, Home Aide Construction, Athens, AL (per diem) 6/09-5/11
Performed general construction duties such as framing, remodeling projects, tile floors, roofing, vinyl siding.
CNC Operator, Delphi Athens, AL 8/06-6/09
Fabrication & inspection of mechanical parts used in the automotive manufacturing industry.
Ensured specification compliance of first-run piece. Inspected machined parts per specification requirements.
Responsible for set up and operation of 5-axis lathes, milling machines and grinding machines.
Set controls and regulated speed, feed and coolant flow. Perform Quality Control checks of finished parts.
Masonry Contractor, SEC Construction, Athens, AL 5/00- 8/06
Residential brick & block mason. Responsible for mortar preparation & mixing by hand or electric mortar
mixer. Performed precision brick and block cutting with electric brick saw. Ensured foundation wall
layout and construction was done per specifications on blueprints.
Shift Leader, Pacific Great Lakes Logistics, Decatur, AL 3/97-10/99
Supervised the direction of 3-4 employees per shift in the loading of steel coils to be shipped by truck, rail,
or barge. Operated over-head cranes & heavy equipment forklifts. Organized schedules for employees & filled
in for absences. Prioritized and planned work activities for employees. Set goals and objectives for the
department. Implemented safety and security procedures. Interviewed potential future employees along with
Shipping Supervison
Education
High school diploma, graduated in 1986
Clements High School, Athens, Alabama
Certificate of Completion, 2 yrs. Machine Shop - Limestone Co. Area Vocational Technical School Athens, AL