Computer Numeric Controlled (CNC) Programmer / Machinist
Resume:
JONATHAN CHAD BROWN
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COMPUTER NUMERIC CONTROLLED (CNC) PROGRAMMER / MACHINIST
Highly skilled, astute, and versatile professional, with extensive experience in manufacturing operations, contract automation engineering, machine tooling, machine maintenance, facilities management, and customer service industries. Armed with a proven track record of success in handling complex functions; combined with the ability to optimize productivity, enhance profitability, and resolve issues associated with operations. Equipped with solid communication, troubleshooting, mathematical, multitasking, and interpersonal skills.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Operational Efficiency and Process Optimization
• Detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and passionate quality craftsman, fully conversant with metallurgical terms, and highly knowledgable of diverse facets of programming, machining operations, machine maintenance, and quality control analysis
• Outstanding ability to develop and enhance operational systems, procedures, contracts, scripts, as well as sales and marketing materials
• Cultivated a special expertise for planning operational procedures, determining the sequence of machine operations, selecting proper cutting tools needed to machine a wide array of workpieces, and calculating speeds and feeds to optimize run cycles; with an ability to hold geometric tolerances as tight as 0.0002
Functional and Technical Skills
• Fluent with computer-aided design and manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software, and reviewing work orders, blueprints, and orthographic drawings; interpreting geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T); to create computerized numerical controlled (CNC) programs
• Expert at proficiently observing machines on trial runs and conducting computer simulations, detecting malfunctions, and troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls to consistently ensure programs and machinery will function properly to produce items that meet specifications
• Highly skillful with machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; while maintaining cleanliness of machines, surrounding work areas, and organization of tool and fixture libraries
• Acquired a strong command of Haas, Fanuc, and Yasnac Numerical Controls, as well as editing G-Code
• Remarkably accurate at utilizing precision measuring instruments and executing inspection procedures; adhering to GD&T standards such as ASME Y14.5-2009 and ISO 9001:2008 quality management systems
Leadership and Team Training
• Adept at directing policies, procedures, and delegating individual tasks by providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, and specifications; on top of organizing job orders to maximize material utilization and labor productivity while minimizing machine setup time
• Efficient oversight and facilitation of training for new employees and operators by writing instruction sheets and cutter lists to guide machine setup; while promoting safety and productivity within the department
• Artful at developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time
• Distinguished at maintaining continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs with the use of production and quality logs as well as verbal instructions
TECHNICAL ACUMEN
Machines and Facilities:
Haas, YCI, and Matsuura CNC Vertical Machining Centers Kiwa CNC Horizontal Machining Centers BridgePort,
Millport, Alliant, and Sharp Manual Knee-Mills Daewoo CNC Lathes Cincinnati, Hardinge, LeBlonde, Sharp, and
Clausing Colchester Manual Engine Lathes Ammco Brake Lathes Surface Grinders Indexing Heads Sine Plates
Vertical and Horizontal Band Saws Drill Presses Hydraulic Presses Mitutoyo CMMs Optical Comparators
Inspection Tools (Micrometers, Indicators, Gauges, etc.) Grit/Media Blasting Ramco Ultrasonic Parts Washers
Construction, Pneumatic, and Automotive Power Tools Automotive Testing Equipment Electric Hoists Forklifts
Hydraulic Lifts Graphing Calculator Financial Calculator Ten-Key
Software:
Microsoft Office 2007, 2003, XP, 2000 MS Excel MS Word MS Outlook AutoCAD Mastercam CAD/CAM
GeoPath CAD/CAM Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire Foxit Reader Foxit PDF Editor Adobe Acrobat Reader DocuSign
Grasshopper EZ Leads Leads360 Captaloans Pages Numbers Aloha POS
Operating Systems:
Windows 7, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Mac OS X
RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PRODUCTION ROBOTICS, INC. (Hired through R&D Technical Services, Inc. San Ramon, CA) SAN LEANDRO, CA
CNC Machinist / Programmer 2008 2009
- Utilized Mastercam CAD/CAM and AutoCAD software to program G-Code for CNC machinery; to fabricate, improve, and modify prototype fixtures and components for the research and development of in-house automation engineered machinery
- Spearheaded the setup and operation of Haas CNC Vertical Machining Centers, and Sharp Manual Knee-Mills and Lathes; to manufacture parts from numerous materials, including stainless steel and aluminum alloys, along with various plastics
- Accurately interpreted designs from blueprints, to develop plans and layout; which involved conducting post-production quality analysis on finished products prior to, and after, first article quality control inspections; all in compliance with ISO 9001:2008 standards and procedures
- Provided essential services to clientele within biotechnology, diagnostics, microsurgery, pharmaceutical packaging, food processing, electronics manufacturing, aerospace, and automotive industries
- Consistently surpassed performance expectations by meeting production deadlines ahead of schedule
TRUE-TECH CORPORATION FREMONT, CA
CNC Programmer / Setup / Operator 2008
- Directed the improvement of CNC programs and fixtures to eliminate unnecessary existing manufacturing processes; which effectively increased labor productivity by minimizing overall production time, necessary labor hours, and overhead costs
- Masterfully setup Matsuura and Haas CNC Vertical Machining Centers, infrequently with 4th-axis rotaries; to machine a variety of materials, including stainless steel and aluminum alloys, as well as several plastics
- Meticulously reviewed job orders and designs from blueprints to ensure development of plans, layout, programming, setup, manufacturing, inspection, completion of product, and documentation; were all in accordance with ISO 9001:2008 practices
- Rendered services for clients in aerospace, semiconductor, medical, and defense industries
TOSOH SET (Hired through Spherion Atlantic Enterprise Oakland, CA) DUBLIN, CA
CNC Machinist / Programmer 2007
- Proficiently utilized GeoPath CAD/CAM and AutoCAD software to program G-Code for CNC machinery; to mill, modify, and refurbish fixtures, parts, and process kits for clients in the semiconductor manufacturing industry
- Skillfully setup Haas CNC Vertical Machining Centers, BridgePort Manual Knee-Mills, and Cincinnati Manual Lathes; and adeptly operated Kiwa Horizontal Machining Centers, Daewoo CNC Lathes, a Mitutoyo Coordinate Measuring Machine, and Ramco Ultrasonic Parts Washers; for the manufacturing of materials such as stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium alloys
- Thoroughly evaluated designs from blueprints to facilitate plans, layout, quality analysis, and documentation; while adhering to ISO 9001:2008 policies and procedures
UNITED PRO-FAB MANUFACTURING, INC. FREMONT, CA
Lead CNC Machinist / Programmer 2005 2007
- Efficiently utilized GeoPath CAD/CAM and AutoCAD software to program G-Code for CNC machinery; to manufacture and modify fixtures and products for R&D, prototype, and production needs
- Expertly setup YCI and Haas Vertical Machining Centers as well as surface grinders; to enhance tooling and fabricate parts from a myriad of materials, including stainless steel and aluminum alloys, and many diverse plastics
- Carefully analyzed designs from blueprints, to assure development of plans, layout, and post-production quality analysis exceeded client expectations
- Catered to customers in the aircraft, aerospace, automotive, electronic and computer, defense, optical, medical, semiconductor, telecommunications, and biotechnology industries
- Rendered oversight, training, and the delegation of job orders to new employees, in addition to packaging products for shipment
- Earned recognition as a Certified GeoPath Programmer
COMET AUTO SUPPLY HAYWARD, CA
Automotive Machinist / Retail-Commercial Sales Representative 2004 2005
- Undertook responsibilities of the machine shop and conducted the setup and operation of Ammco Brake Lathes, surface grinders, hydraulic presses, and assorted automotive testing equipment to refurbish automotive parts
- Managed and supplied commercial accounts and retail clientele from inventory, local distributors, and direct from manufacturers; while utilizing paper and electronic catalogs, internet research, and telecommunications
CSK AUTO (KRAGEN AUTO PARTS) EAST SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA, CA
Parts Technician / Retail-Commercial Sales Representative 2000 2004
- Managed and supplied commercial accounts and retail clientele, as well as operated in training capacities for new employees
- Gained recognition for achieving ASE Parts Specialist Certification (expired 2007)
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE WITH KEY HIGHLIGHTS
SADDLE RANCH CHOP HOUSE ORANGE, CA
Server 2014 2015
- Fulfilled an integral role in the launch of the high-volume restaurant and bar at the location in Orange, CA; by producing $1K to $2K in gross sales on a daily basis utilizing Aloha POS systems; which contributed to generating $7M in gross sales per annum
HAWKEYE FINANCIAL SANTA ANA, CA
Sales Manager / Unpaid Corporate Training 2013 2014
- Vitally contributed in developing and streamlining operational systems and procedures, contracts, and scripts; in the course of managing and training new employees
- Took charge of inside sales with emphasis in new client acquisition and retention for loan modification processing and negotiation services; as well as qualifying bankruptcy candidates for attorney affiliates
ANOTHER LEVEL MARKETING GROUP IRVINE, CA
Case Manager / Independent Contractor 2012 2013
- Succeeded in attaining 120% of monthly client acquisition quota for the first month and consistently increased production to 240% in a span of six months; thus, leading to acquire an average of $50K to $60K in gross sales revenue monthly
- Established and sustained client relationships and processed referrals through EZ Leads and Leads360 customer relationship management software and Microsoft Office applications
QUALITY FIRST HOME IMPROVEMENT CAMPBELL, CA
Outside Sales Associate / Independent Contractor 2011
- Received recognition for being the Top Sales Representative of the Month for the first month with over $79K in Net Sales; negotiating purchases, financing, and installation services for energy efficient home improvement products and solar systems
EDUCATION
Coursework in Machine Tool Technology, CHABOT COLLEGE, HAYWARD, CA [2008 2009] GPA: 4.0 12 Credits
Relevant Coursework: Mastercam X2 MR2
Coursework in Mechanical Engineering, LAS POSITAS COLLEGE, LIVERMORE, CA [2005] GPA: 4.0 3 Credits
Relevant Coursework: ProEngineer Wildfire 2
Coursework in Mechanical Engineering, DIABLO VALLEY COLLEGE, PLEASANT HILL, CA [2001 2005] GPA: 3.0 68.5 Credits
Relevant Coursework: AutoCAD 2002 Cadkey 99 C++
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
CNC Mill Seminar: 2005
HAAS FACTORY OUTLET - SELWAY MACHINE TOOL COMPANY, INC., UNION CITY, CA
Basic Training Course on SolutionWare GeoPath CAD/CAM, Certified GeoPath Programmer: 2006
SOLUTIONWARE, CORP., SAN JOSE, CA
Certificate of Completion: Backsafe Injury Prevention Program for Industry: 1998
ASE Parts Specialist Certified National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE): Expired 2007
AWARDS
Certificate of Recognition: Top Sales Representative of the Month ($79K+ in Net Sales): Mar 2011
QUALITY FIRST HOME IMPROVEMENT, CAMPBELL, CA
ACTIVITIES
ORANGE COUNTY 4PLAY 4X4 CLUB IN AFFILIATION WITH SAN BERNARDINO NATIONAL FOREST ADOPT-A-TRAIL PROGRAM
SAN JOSE REAL ESTATE INVESTORS ASSOCIATION (SJREI)
INVESTOR COMMUNITY OF CENTRAL VALLEY (ICOFCV)
BAY AREA WEALTH BUILDERS ASSOCIATION (BAWB)
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