Ebony McPherson
Aircraft Composite Technician/Mechanic
Charleston, SC
ac4dch@r.postjobfree.com
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Advanced Aircraft Composite Technician
Gulfstream Aerospace Savannah - Savannah, GA
February 2017 to Present
Computing : Catia, Solumina, and Smarteam.
Locate and register composite part in computer system. Match route card to GAMPS blueprint. Check CAD and CAM 3D prints for outline of parts, instructions for trim, discrepancies, and tooling. Measure, connect, cut, saw, route, drill, sand, shape, composite materials according to blueprint drawing by hand. Not CNC, Craftsman.
Locate and apply tooling.
Standard Routing Jig (SRJ)
Drill Tool (DT)
Index- lay out composite
Clamp- connect to tool
Drill- still all holes according to print
Route- route periphery
Saw- straight edges
Seal- use scale to measure and mix Resin and Catalyst to create sealant Apply sealant to all edges of composite.
Use measuring tools to ensure that composite meets FAA and company guidelines. Complete travel paperwork and forward to inspection. Machinist/Assembler
Torqtek Design and Manufacturing (GETRAG) - North Charleston, SC September 2016 to January 2017
Assemble transmissions and for BMW, Harley Davidson, Caterpillar, Daimler, Thyssen Krupp, etc... Operate CNC machinery
CAD/CAM machining
Calibrate tools and machines
Preassemble parts for assembly line.
Use gages to ensure tolerance, torque depth, and accuracy. Add gears to shafts
Remove base gears and add reverse gear and covers. Torque Limiter Machine
EOL Static and Leak Tests Machines for Quality Assurance 5 Individual Gear Tests
Operate 12 assembly machine stations for transmission completion. Tools - torque guns and wrenches, drills, bolts, tap screws, Calipers, height gages, go- no- go, micrometers, chamfer gage CNC Machine Operator/Manufacturing Technician
Advanced Composite Structures - Charleston, SC
March 2015 to September 2016
Responsibilities
Set up and adjust tools.
Prepare machines for parts production.
Produce first parts for Quality Inspections Dept.
Use Vacuum to carry steel base sheets to cutting machine. Use Komo CNC Steel Cutting Machine to prepare product rails and bases. HAAS Tool Mill Machine to put holes in bumpers, cleats, and brackets Use Houck and Riveting machines to seal holes and apply metal rivet collars and fasteners. Assemble base of Unit Loading Device.
Use Sonic Welder to attach frames to parts.
Use Blanking Machine to cut multiple parts for composite assembly. Use EFM Thermal Press Machine PLC to shape and mold parts. Load parts in Thermwood CNC Mill and Saw Router to drill holes and apply final trim. Use various gauges and measuring equipment to ensure that parts are deburred,aligned,thoroughly measured, and calibrated to meet the Federal Aviation Administration tolerance, guidelines, and regulations. Record, and Inspect parts for cosmetic, hole to edge, thematic and identification discrepancies. Sand and Seal product.
Moves and Positions loads.
Record data on Manufacturing Traveler.
Process components within established operator cycle times. Preventative Maintenance- Lubricates, adds coolants, and cleans equipment and tooling. Accomplishments
6 Machine Operation Certifications
Assembler Certification
CPR Certification
Skills Used
CNC Machine Operations (4 axis, 10 carousel systems) PLC Machine Operations
Fanuc Control Systems
Manufacturing and Logistics,Production
Tools - hand drill, Huck Gun, Riveter,
Manual Gages - Calipers, Go-no-go Gauges, Micrometers, and Chamfer Gauge Blueprints and Drawings for fixtures
Labeling Machine
Milling Machine and
Lathe Machine familiar
Aircraft Manufacturing of Unit Loading Devices ULDs Material Handling
Vacuum tables and pumps
Automatic Tool Change Systems
Coolant mist systems
Familiar with G and M Codes
Pallet Building
Manufacturing Technician
Hubner Manufacturing Corporation - Mount Pleasant, SC August 2014 to March 2015
Responsibilities
Prepare bellows for sewing. Arrange and assemble bellow parts. Run materials through glue machine.Use of sealants and solvents for tread. Stack bellow and assisting pieces according to blueprint in order to erect structure. Prepare for metal frame welding and mounting.
Accomplishments
While at Hubner I won a contest for rewriting the company's safety slogan which is shown on products and posted throughout the plant.
Skills Used
Manufacturing, Production, and Assembly. Blueprints. Glue machine operations. Ubox Customer Care Representative
Uhaul - North Charleston, SC
April 2012 to August 2014
Responsibilities
Deliver portable storage units to customers at facility by forklift. Ship and receive Uboxes nationwide. Bill of Lading tracking. Administer level 1 and 2 inspections on vehicles and towing equipment. Receive, and dispatch, trucks. Connect and disconnect trailer to hitch. Distribute propane. Accomplishments
Forklift Certification
Propane Certification
Trailer Connection Certification
Trailer Hitch Wiring
Skills Used
Forklift
Customer Service
Trailer Wiring
Problem Solving
Vehicle Inspection
Office Assistant
Charleston County School District - Charleston, SC March 2005 to October 2012
Responsibilities
Arrange transfers and transportation for students. Mailings for supportive and supplemental services. Collect data and convert into spreadsheets for archive.
Accomplishments
Ensured that CCSD schools had the opportunity to obtain annual yearly progress. Skills Used
Computer skills
Communication skills
Office machinery and supply skills
Problem solving
Microsoft Suite and PowerPoint, Archives
Freight Receiver/Dispatcher
Wando Terminal - Mount Pleasant, SC
February 2005 to April 2006
Responsibilities
Receive and dispatch goods. Ensure that products are received, and in good condition. Load,unload,and transport freight from receiving to dispatching docks.
Accomplishments
Helped to meet shipping goals.
Skills Used
Forklift
Logistics
Warehouse
Dispatching and Receiving with Uscanners
Education
Engineering
Morris College - Sumter County, SC
2002 to 2006
Diploma
Burke High School - Charleston, SC
1998 to 2002
Skills
Catia, Solumina, and Smarteam Aircraft Programs (Less than 1 year) Certifications/Licenses
Composite Minor Repair
March 2017 to Present
Sealants, Resins, Catalysts
April 2017 to Present
Torque
April 2017 to Present
Catia, Solumina, and Smarteam Aircraft Computer Programs February 2017 to Present