John E. Deason
Chesterfield MI, ***** Phone: 586-***-**** Email: **********@*****.***
Dynamic Machine Troy, MI 10/2022 - Present
Warehouse Associate
Monitored parts produced to ensure conformance with requirements.
Receive and count inventory items, then record the data electronically on the computer.
Compared products received against documentation, and report any discrepancies.
Moved and transported parts and materials from stock to locations and prepared for shipping.
Operate heavy machinery such as forklifts and cherry pickers to move materials from receiving and storage to the production floor.
Conduct quality inspections to ensure a good quality products standards and requirements.
Provided technical assistance to production associates, while following safety procedures.
Meggitt San Diego, CA 04/2020 - 05/2022
CNC Machinist
Set-up and operated full CNC lathes for production, prototype, repairs and tooling.
Performed numerical control on machine set-ups for repeated production runs.
Independently performed complex set-up and fabrication of machined parts.
Installed, maintained, repaired, rebuild and operated a variety of machining tools, including lathes, milling machines, drill presses, etc.
Adjusted machines, tools and create programs to achieve blueprint plan requirements.
Reported malfunctions, makes minor adjustments and makes repairs to equipment.
Contractor Support Services Inc. San Diego, CA 01/2017 - 04/2020
Production Fabrication Support
Set-up and operated machines in accordance with established work procedures.
Read & interpreted blueprints, setup sheets, job orders, and related technical data.
Measured parts using micrometers, calipers and other measuring equipment.
Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run parts, and sample work pieces.
Inspected dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications.
Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
D & F Corporation Sterling Heights, MI 01/2002 - 01/2016
Machine Operator
Read & interpreted blueprints and related technical data for product specifications.
Performed precision handwork to fit, finish and assemble components using various machines including manual and numerical control mills, conventional mills and drills.
Performed complex set-ups on a variety of equipment using an advanced level of tooling.
Visually and dimensionally inspected machines to assure quality and compliance.
Ring Screw, LLC. Warren, MI 05/1999 - 01/2002
Machine Operator
Participated in first article inspections.
Observed machinery during production processes to diagnose ongoing issues.
Performed complex set-ups on a variety of equipment using an advanced level of tooling.
Preformed troubleshoot to machines and light maintenance.
Measured dimensions and tolerances using hand measuring tools.
Cold Heading Company Warren, MI 02/1985 - 05/1999
Production Manager
Supervised the production and operation of the header department, providing support,
guidance and direction.
Conducted all shop functions in a safe manner.
Reviewed Technique Cards, process sheets, blueprints, and drawings.
Observed machinery during production processes to diagnose ongoing issues.
Conducted proper inspection of first-run and in-process piece parts.
Education and Accomplishments:
30 years’ experience in a precision machine shop environment
Forklift Certified, OSHA 2023
International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM)
Certified Journeyman Fixture Builder CB094613, 2015
U.S Army Veteran, 1983-1990
High School Diploma, 1982
Additional Information:
Good knowledge of dimensional measuring instrumentations and Strong ability to read and interpret drawings, manufacturing routings and procedures.