John Gilliam
Livonia, MI. 48152
**************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To benefit an organization through my work experience; my enthusiasm has driven me to be a hard worker who offers strong organizational skills, machine operator, tech, assembly, and computer skills, Also, excel in communication with individuals of diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic levels.
EXPERIENCE
Machinist
Delta Research Corp., Livonia, Michigan
03/2022 to 03/2024
Tool changes, offsets, quality checks using different measuring instruments( micrometers, calibers, optical comparator, some machine maintenance and material handler, load and unload trucks.
Packaging
Hunter Recruiting/ BASF, Wyandotte, MI.
10/2020 to 11/2021
Production changeovers, machine operator, 5s, housekeeping at end of shift, and data entry.
CNC Machine
Scott & Itoh, Madison Heights, Mi
07/2019 to 01/2020
tool changes, machine maintenance, quality checks and checksheets, offset entry, forklift, quality checks using measuring tools(micrometers, calipers, digital thickness gauge)
CNC Machine operator
Loc Performance, Plymouth, Mi
01/2018 to 11/2018
Tool changes, blueprint reading, offsets, deburring parts, part check using different measuring tools(micrometer, calipers, depth micrometers, height gages with indicators, muellers), maintain machine and work area. Some machine repairs if needed. Heavy lifting, crane use. Forklift drive when needed.
CNC Operator
4M Industries, Livonia, MI
12/2015 to 10/2017
Run CNC Unsupervised, create offsets, quality checks of parts using optical comparator, mueller, die cast, micrometers, calipers, depth mics., etc.. Routine maintenance, clean and chip out machines at the end of shift.
CNC Lathe Setup/Operator
Bell Tooling, Southfield, MI
06/2015 to 11/2015
CNC Machine Operator -Blueprint reading, Optical comparator(shadow graph), machine setup(changing tools, inserts, toolholders, drills,etc.), programming, offsets. Quality-check dimensions on shadow graph, measure dimensions using calipers,micrometers,telescopes, mueller, cast.
Screwmachine operator
Masterautomatic, Livonia, Mi.
02/2011 to 02/2015
Screwmachine operator-from 1 5/8 8 spindle to 4 inch 6 spindle machine. Machining metals from aluminum, brass, and steel with a variety of tools. From threading, tapping, reaming, and backfinishing. Parts can weigh anywhere from a couple of ounces to 16 pounds. Quality - check different dimension of parts using a variety of measuring tools from calipers, micrometers, optical comparators etc. Heat treat(bluing) parts to bring to spec in accordance to blueprint or diagram. Blueprint Reading.
Line sorter/ truck loader
FedEx Ground, Livonia, MI
03/2008 to 08/2011
Line lead- sort packages according to mailing address and delivery route. Dock loader- load packages weighing from up to 80 lb. Delivery and trailers according to mailing address and delivery route.
Line lead/machine operator and maintenance
Garden Fresh, Inkster, MI
04/2007 to 05/2010
Line lead- instruct and assist line workers with work assignments, product labeling, and packaging. Machine operator/Maintenance- operate and maintain different machinery that distribute food in different sized containers. There where different flavors, so I had to make sure there was no cross contamination between products. Quality Control-inspect, weigh, date and taste test product before packaging. Also contamination test for different bacteria to make sure product safe for shipping. Sanitation-break down, clean, and sanitize parts in a biochemical agent to break the bio-film that food creates.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Diploma, Electronics, Wenonah High, Birmingham, Alabama, Four Years
CERTIFICATES & LICENSES
Automotive Drive train, UAW, KY
5S, Baker College, MI
Advanced Manufacturing, Schoolcraft College, MI
Measuring Instruments, Schoolcraft College, MI
Industrial Problem Solving, Baker College, MI