Michael A. Denton
Lincoln, AL **096
Home: 205-***-****
Cell: 205-***-****
E-mail: ******@**********.***
SUMMARY
A production supervisor with 35 years of experience which includes
production supervision, estimating, CNC programming, designing, drafting,
and purchasing. A dedicated, hard working individual with skills in a
multitude of areas. Supervised up to 45 personnel on off shift operations
which included machining, heat treating, and assembly. Trained in Lean
Manufacturing, industrial safety, Hazmat, hearing conservation,
lockout/tagout, OSHA regulations and numerous other programs. Supervised
manufacturing operations which complied with government specifications and
compliant to ISO9002 standards. Created detailed blueprints for patterns,
welded assemblies, and machined parts. Excellent knowledge of AutoCad,
Master Cam, and Feature Cam 6.0. Proficient in costing machined parts,
fabrications and rebuilding of equipment.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
BAE Systems, Inc., Anniston, AL
2008 - 2010
BAE Systems is the second largest defense contractor in the world. The
Anniston plant manufactured the parts and rebuilt tanks for the U. S. Army.
Production Supervisor
Supervised 45 production personnel on off shift operations involved in
machining and assembly for rebuilding the suspension systems for M88, M109,
and M113 tanks. Responsible for project management, planning, organizing
and implementation of new products and procedures.
. Met 98% on time deliveries to schedule
. Exceeded 95% productivity rate on third shift operations
. Consistently met or exceeded scrap rate goals
. Complied to government standards and ISO9002 standards
. Maintained a "no lost time accident" record for the department for
three years
. Exceeded the plant goal for safety incident rate
. Implemented projects to increase productivity through work station
layout and workflow
Weaver and Sons, Talladega, AL
2007 - 2008
Fabricated metal parts for the airline industry as well as farm equipment.
Estimator and CNC Programmer
Responsible for preparing detailed scope of work to be performed, including
all facets of repairs. Determined the cost of materials, man hours
required/available, time lines for work required, and shipping
arrangements.
. Converted machines to adapt to download of AutoCad data
. Implemented a project to update operations from manual to CadCam
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Stowe Woodward Co., Oxford, AL
2002 - 2007
Manufactured and rebuilt the large rolls used in the paper industry.
Designer/Draftsman/Purchasing Agent
Created detailed blueprints for patterns, welded assemblies, and machined
parts. Proficient in the use of AutoCad, Master Cam, and Feature Cam 6.0.
Designed and manufactured rotating equipment including centrifugal
fluid/chemical and vacuum pumps, paper mill rolls, chippers and related
pulp and paper equipment.
. Established a drawing log to cross reference equipment which reduced
future design time
. Designed and developed new product lines which increased revenues
. Evaluated equipment, determined cause of failure and proposed
modification of materials; redesigned equipment to achieve greater
performance and lifespan
Denton Auto Repair, Birmingham, AL
1999 - 2001
Owner
CMC Corporation, Birmingham, AL
1980 - 1999
Manufactured replacement machined parts for the paper industry.
Salesman/Drafting Supervisor/ Master Machinist
Started as a machinist and was promoted into the supervisor and salesman
positions.
. Established a machining apprentice program
. Reduced employee turnover by 50%
Irondale Custom Machine Shop, Irondale, AL
1978 - 1980
Apprentice Machinist
EDUCATION
University of Alabama at Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
Mechanical engineering and information technology courses for two years
Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, AL
Core courses for three years in pursuit of an engineering degree
Jefferson State Community College, Birmingham, AL
Courses in AutoCad and some core courses
Bessemer State Vocational School, Bessemer, AL
Machining courses