Joseph Gracia
Bonita, CA *****
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Operations Specialist, aspiring CNC Machinist, and Army Veteran with over 8 years of proven experience in leadership, fabrication, and operations management. Possesses a comprehensive background in technical applications, training and development, and workplace safety derived from domestic and international operations. Led teams of 4 in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Managed equipment and assets and supported operations valued over $250,000 while managing risk, safety, and quality assurance. Career supported by specialized military training, leadership courses, and currently pursuing CNC training and multiple industry certifications.
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Welding Fabrication
• Blueprint Reading
• Machine Setup
• Equipment Monitoring
• Quality Control Analysis
• Safety Protocols Standards
• 2D and 3D Modeling
• Microsoft Office Suite
Work Experience
Machinist Student
Workshop for Warriors - San Diego, CA
September 2020 to Present
Completed 640 hours of classroom and hands-on training operating and qualifying in Solidworks, Mastercam, 2D, and 3D CNC Machining, Coding, health and safety of machinists, and installation, setup, and maintenance of layout drill press, CNC Turning, CNC Milling, and CAD/CAM programming.
• Demonstrated proficiency with 3-axis and 5-axis HAAS machines to include setup, operation, and production of complex machined parts
• Inspected machined parts, interpreted blueprints, and schematics and adhered to all geometric, dimensioning, and tolerancing (GD&T) tolerance callouts with 100% success Team Leader
United States Army
January 2006 to November 2009
• Supervised and led a team of up to 4 personnel; oversaw the completion of daily duties
• Accounted for the health, well-being, financial readiness, and professional development of each team member
• Operated, maintained, and secured over $250,000 worth of specialized military equipment
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Team Leader
• Supervised 3 personnel within a specialized team; oversaw the completion of daily duties
• Accounted for the health, well-being, financial readiness, and professional development of each team member
• Operated, maintained, and secured over $100,000 worth of specialized military equipment
• Monitored, identified, and corrected malfunctions during vehicle and equipment checks; reduced downtime and failure rates by .
• Purple Heart Army Achievement Medal National Defense Service Medal
• Afghanistan Campaign Medal w/ Two Campaign Stars Global war on terrorism medal
• Army Service Ribbon Overseas Service Ribbon Combat Infantry Badge Education
Diploma
Hope High School
1987
Skills
• CAM Programming
• CNC Lathe
• CNC Programming
• CNC
• CNC Milling Machine
• GD&T
• Micrometer
• Calipers
• SolidWorks
• Machining
• CAD
• Drafting
• Schematics