Duane Givens
Rockford, IL *****
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OBJECTIVE: Welcome the opportunity to utilize my certifications and independent work skills as a proven dependable professional with highly developed operation of a variety of press machines. Afford the opportunity to obtain a position to utilize my skills, expertise and knowledge to assist as a valuable asset that will generate company growth.
Work Experience
Machine Operator
Fiberglass Innovations - Rockford, IL
March 2023 to March 2023
● Machine Operator – Drawing Line
PUNCH PRESS OPERATOR Forger Orchid Orthopedic - Holt, MI October 2021 to November 2022
● Troubleshoot press machine malfunctions and repaired as warranted
● Set-up, operated and maintained machines to saw, cut, shear, slit, punch, crimp, notch, bend and straighten metal and plastic material.
Press Operator
Alliance Interiors LLC - Lansing, MI
August 2019 to October 2021
● Ensured efficient press operation by making timely adjustments and conducting regular maintenance
● Troubleshoot press machine malfunctions and made necessary repairs CNC Machine Operator
Advanced Temp - Leslie, MI
March 2019 to August 2019
● Operated and adjust machinery equipment to drive part production
● Monitoring of quality of parts produced utilizing basic metrology devices to meet customer needs Forge Press Operator
Tecomet - Lansing, MI
October 2017 to March 2019
● Positioned and moved metal wires or work pieces through a series of dies to compress and shape stock to form die impressions.
● Installed, adjusted and removed dies, synchronizing cams, forging hammers and stop guides using overhead cranes, hoisting devices, and hand tools
● Setup CNC to cut billets
SKILLS: -Punch press, brake press
Education
Certificate in Machine Shop
Occupational Institute College - Rockford, IL, US
1996
Skills
• micrometers-calipers-indicators-QC -Iron Pourer
• Plate saw, automatic saw -Semi buffing die casing -Bar cut-off shears
• -CNC lathe, CNC turret -Blue print reading
• Press Brake Machine
• Stamping Press
• CNC Programming
Certifications and Licenses
CNC SETUP