CHRIS E. VELEZ
*** * – *** N/ HUNTINGTON, IN ****0 / PHONE 260-***-****
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SUMMARY
Motivated individual with positive communication skills. The ability to
work effectively in fast paced and stressful work environments.
Professionalism and performance remain consistent and uncompromised.
Dedication to visualize the project or task, start the project or task,
and see it to completion.
OBJECTIVE
To obtain a challenging position where I have an opportunity to build
a stable future.
EXPERIENCE
March 2019 – Present Zimmer Biomet Warsaw, IN
CNC Certified Machinist (Mill/Lathe)
Machine set-up
Record production
Precision measuring
CMM
GD&T
July 2018 – December 2018 Lear (GM) Fort Wayne, IN
Quality Supervisor/Liaison
Liaison reports
Assembly
Dock supervision
Administer disciplinary action as needed
Meet production schedules
Supervision and coordination of work activities of hourly
employees
January 2018 – July 2018 OMCO Pierceton, IN
Quality Tech (Team-Lead)
Inspection
Assembly
Press operator
Print reading
February 2017 - November 2017 Zimmer Biomet (Modis Engineering) Quality Assurance Tech – Arcom Warsaw, IN
Certified Laser Candling (NDT)
Process monitoring
XL
NCRs
FTIR
October 2014 – December 2016 80/20 Inc. Columbia City, IN
Vendor Quality Control
Lead trainer for vendor Quality Control
Interpret engineering drawings
Assist in department improvements and workflow
In charge of return goods authorizations, corrective action
reports, and vendor bill backs
Vendor communication via email, phone and vendor visits
October 2013 – March 2014 Echo Lake Foods Huntington, IN
Safety Coordinator/Purchasing
Conducted weekly safety meetings
In charge of accident/incident reports
Provided new employee orientation (safety)
Purchase orders/document incoming orders
September 2012 – October 2013 ALH Building Systems Markle, IN
Truss Builder
Building floors, roofs (trusses)
Line operator
Accuracy with measurement skills
April 2012 – July 2012 (layoff) Continental Structural Plastics Huntington, IN
Quality Auditor
Inspect and ensure product compliance
Data analysis
Check packing and shipping for specified standards
Write shift change reports
Use calipers, DataMyte, barrel micrometers, and plug gauge pins
Work closely with all levels of management
May 2006 – July 2009 (plant closed) Fort Wayne Foundry Columbia City, IN
Coreroom Assembler
Assemble sand castings
Machine operator
Material handler
Continuously lifting 40 lb. castings
EDUCATION
2015 Graduated Ivy Tech Degree in Applied Science Fort Wayne, IN Technical Certificate in Manufacturing, Production and Operations
2023 NIMS Certificates:
Measurement, Materials, & Safety
CNC Lathe Operations
CNC Mill Operations
2010 Completed Basic EMT course Amboy, IN
1993 Graduated Huntington North High School Huntington, IN
REFERENCES
Available upon request