J ames Fisher
*** *** ***** **., **********, T N 3 7355
Cell: 662-***-**** : j ************@*******.***
Summary
Hard working tool maker proficient in problem solving complex dies while consistently delivering quality work. Successful
at generating new business through referrals from satisfied customers. Extensive hands-on experience in die repair,
cnc, and manual machining.
Highlights
Diagnosis and repair Engineering Changes
Preventive Maintenance Trim Repair
Die repair welding GD&T
Overhead Crane Hand Finishing
Forklift Management Skills
Manual Machining Quoting Jobs
CNC Machining New Die Tryouts
CNC Programming
Delcam Power Shape Power Mill Software
Troubleshooting Dies
Accomplishments
Efficiently machined small and large parts to tolerances of .001 or less.Proposed process changes that significantly
improved quality and efficiency. Became supervisor within six months on the job. Completed one year tool and die
apprenticeship at Toyota Motor Manufacturing in Georgetown KY in die manufacturing. Always willing to go above and
beyond to get the job done right.
Experience
Tool and Die
July 2012 to March 2013
Die-Max – Tullahoma, T N
Responsible for all die repair and maintenance, operate Okuma, Haas, Milltronics, and Matsura CNC mills. Order and
stock all tooling and work with vendors to obtain the most efficient tooling. I quote all die and machine work for the shop.
Tool and Die and Billet Prep. Supervisor
February 2011 to June 2012
Schulz Xtruded Products – Tunica, M S
Assisted in startup of new company was responsible for hiring skilled trades machinist and tool makers. Responsible for
all aspects of production of machining raw materials of stainless steels, Inconel, and titanium. Created and maintained
ISO standards and procedures for my department quality. I was responsible for ordering and maintaining all tooling and
gauges.
Tool and Die Maintenance Technician
August 2003 to January 2011
Nissan North America – Canton, M S
Worked five years on the floor in die repair performing engineering changes, press tryout, and preventive maintenance.
Worked three years programming and operating large Okuma five axis column mill.
Tool and Die apprentice
June 2002 to July 2003
Toyota Motor Manufacturing KY – Georgetown, KY
Completed welding, hand finishing, metallurgy, GD&T, and CNC classes. Worked on the job training in die
manufacturing in press tryout and large machining.
Education
Associate of Science : Tool and Die, 2002
Northeast Community College – Booneville, M S, U SA
High School Diploma : 2000
Pine Grove High School – Ripley, M S, U SA