Professional Summary

Skills

Work History

DONALD WINSOR

716-***-**** ad3ugo@r.postjobfree.com

To obtain a position with a professional and growing company with room for advancement and opportunity for further training and advancement opportunities. Shop Management

Reverse Engineering

Project Requirements

Professional Relationships

Tolerances Measurement

Customer Orders

Budget Management

Sales Promotion

Business Leadership

Tool Fabrication

Focus and Follow-Through

Product Quality Assurance

Jan 2023 - Current

Fort Myers, FL

CNC Machinist /Manual Machinist

Youngquist Brothers

Programmed various computer numerically controlled tools to accurately produce parts according to specifications.

Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders

Translated work orders and blueprints into machining parameters and plans. Created precision CNC projects for clients in the well drilling industry. Programmed work paths for both mills and lathes.

Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries. Nov 2005 - Dec 2022

Lancaster, NY

CNC Machinist /Manual Machinist/Shop Manager

Apple Rubber Products

Obtained years of experience in the rubber and seal industry including seal manufacturing, tool / die machining, molding techniques and processes of manufacturing rubber / plastic products. Supervised daily operations of the Expresseal multi-million dollar prototype divisions as well as the machine shop.

Engineering requests, quotes, sales, orders / data entry, purchasing, production planning and prototyping.

Responsible for dealing directly with customers.

Handle all special seal requests that were machined out of various materials such as: Metals, Polyurethane, plastics, filled Teflon, Buna-Nitrile, EPDM, Viton and Silicone. CNC Programming on multiple makes and models of machines. Can recognize seal failures, do rebuilds on pumps and hydraulic / pneumatic cylinders on large-scale production machines.

Built a loyal account base and long-term business relationships with the Apple Rubber Products Expresseal Division accounts.

Appraised inventory levels and ordered new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked. Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships. Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit. Delivered leadership to executive team dedicated to driving ambitious targets with well-orchestrated plans.

Collaborated with assistant managers to operate the Expresseal Prototype Division of Apple Rubber, handle large transactions and manage inventory.

Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards. Jun 2004 - Nov 2005

East Aurora, NY

CNC Programmer

Direct Force

Responsible for CNC Programming, setup and operation of an Okuma Captain Lathe with live tooling and a Okuma Vertical Mill with 4th and 5th axis capability both with IGF programming Manage welding, assembly and shipping / receiving

Deal directly with customers when needed.

Inspected finished products to verify compliance with production tolerances. Translated work orders and blueprints into machining parameters and plans. Reviewed CNC designs for pre-production errors, eliminating design flaws to reduce raw material waste.

Developed streamlined tool paths and fabrication methods to reduce production time of components for Hydraulic Cylinders, Hydraulic Pumps and Pneumatic Cylinders Designed work paths for custom projects, selecting appropriate parameters for speed, feed rates and tool selection.

Identified required reference points, paths and hole locations for pieces. Studied orders to determine required machine sequences and tools to achieve desired results. Monitored machined during trial runs to verify program accuracy. Prepared documentation for machine controllers to guide setup and operation. Handled preventive maintenance and minor repairs on machines to sustain performance. Tested finished components before shipment for proper operation and to check for leaks and proper operation

Dec 2002 - Jun 2004

North Tonawanda, NY

CNC Programmer

RC Precision Of WNY

Programming, setup and operation of a Okuma vertical mill, Haas vertical mill and various models of Okuma lathes with live tooling using IGF programming. Created precision CNC parts in a job shop environment using manual machines along with CNC's. Studied sample parts, blueprints or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.

Have taken part in job planning and employee training. Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.

Helped design and build production fixtures.

Created instructions for machinists and reviewed 3D CAD design blueprints. Analyzed job orders and performed necessary calculations while modifying existing programs for increased efficiency.

Developed new programs to control machine operations. Mar 2002 - Dec 2002

Hamburg, NY

Setup Operator

Staub Machine

Operating and maintaining a Mitsubishi vertical mill with Pallet Changer Inspection and Quality control

Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality. Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications. Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs. Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution. Shipping / receiving

May 1998 - Mar 2002

Buffalo, NY

CNC Programmer / Setup Machinist

Bryant Machine and Development

Beginner programming, setup and operation of a Okuma vertical mill, Okuma lathe with IGF programming and setup of several makes and models of other CNC's and manual machines Setup and operation of manual mills, drill presses, punch presses, lathes, surface grinders and Tig / MIG welding

Have taken part in design and building of fixtures and dies. Assisted in building, assembly and testing of many different styles and applications of hydraulic cylinders and gas shocks.

Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining. Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.

Consistently exceeded work expectations by utilizing welding techniques, engineering requirements and metallurgic knowledge.

Measured, examined or tested completed units to check for defects and verify conformance to Education

specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers. Nov 1997 - May 1998

Buffalo, NY

Setup Machinist

Gemtex Abrasives

Punch press setup and operation

Preventative maintenance on various machines

Assembly of many different styles of sanding and grinding discs Quality control documentation.

Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.

11/2001

Cheektowaga, NY

Machining Center Programming

Osgood Machinery Inc

05/2000

Lancaster, NY

CNC Machine Operations Course

The Metalworking Institute of WNY

09/1998

Orchard Park, NY

Machine Tool Operations 1

New York State Apprenticeship Program

12/1999

Orchard Park, NY

Machine Tool Operations 2

New York State Apprenticeship Program

06/1997

Buffalo, NY

Mechanical Drafting: Mechanical Drafting

Hutchinson Central Technical High School

CNC, Solid Works, Mastercam, Seal/Rubber Seminars

Several Seminars And Classes Over The Years

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