Paul Douglas Howard (Doug)
Sparta, Tennessee 38583
Tel: 931-***-**** Cell: 931-***-****
adluxs@r.postjobfree.com
Objective
Seeking a position where my machining, mechanical and troubleshooting background can contribute to the success and profitability of a stable and growing company.
Work History
Apr 2013 To Present: Manufacturing Engineering Technician
THK Rhythm NA
Sparta, Tennessee 38583
Conduct tooling studies, time studies, and process relevant production data. Perform problem solving activities for root cause analysis leading to process improvement. Troubleshoot problems on 100 CNC turning centers, 20 CNC drills, 17 roll threaders, 11 ball burnishers, and other automated production equipment, identifying production issues, QA issues and maintenance issues. Often asked to do the repairs. Debug and teach loaders. Debug pick and place units. Create, edit and debug part programs on Fanuc and Mitsubishi controls. Set up existing equipment to run new product. Design and draw new machine parts for continuous improvement of through-put and quality. Participate in new equipment specifications, acquisitions, launch, acceptance and training.
Nov 2011 to Apr 2013: Toolmaker
Shiroki North America
Gordonsville, Tennessee 38563
Progressive die repair, troubleshooting and maintenance. Support and maintenance for other production equipment. Built new die details using a CNC Vertical Machining Center, Wire EDM and Sinker EDM, along with conventional machine shop equipment.
Feb 1981 to Oct 2011: Machinist, CNC Machinist, Programmer, Equipment Builder and Assembler
Federal Mogul Corporation
Sparta, Tennessee 38583
Lead programmer and setup person for CNC equipment including, wire and sinker EDM’s, machining centers, and turning centers; producing complex machine components for automated equipment. Also worked with conventional shop equipment to produce machine parts, jigs, and fixtures. Often asked to consult with engineers to develop parts with improved wear or manufacturability. Worked with engineers, supervisors and other team members to solve both long term problems and immediate repair needs. Ordered material and tools. Worked with other team members to build and assemble automated production equipment. Performed any second operations and deburring of parts. Performed maintenance and repairs on machines. Experience includes MIG, TIG,Gas and stick welding.
Current Equipment Proficiency:
Yama Seiki Vertical Machining Center
Daewoo Vertical Machining Center
Hitachi Seiki Vertical Machining Center
Cincinnati Vertical Machining Center
Fanuc Robo Drill
Toyosk Drill
DMC Drill
Warner Swasey Turning Center
Hitachi Seiki Turning Center
Cincinnati Turning Center
Fuji Turning Center
Takamaz Turning Center
Mazak Turning Center
Mori Seiki Turning Center
Muratec Turning Center
DMC Turning Center
Fanuc Wire Edm
Hitachi Wire Edm
Elox Wire Edm
Mitsubishi Wire Edm
Esprit Programming Software
Other Experience:
Mar 1979 to Dec 1980: Machinist
Sparta Tool and Die
Sparta, Tennessee 38583
Manual mill, lathe, grinder, drill press and welder. Die assembly and disassembly. Pickup and delivery . Limited vertical edm and polishing of single cavity molds.
May 1978 to Oct 1978: Ductwork Installer
Brown Heating and Cooling
Cookeville, Tennessee 38501
Built and Installed ductwork for residential central heating and cooling systems. .
Education
Graduated White County High School 1978 in Sparta Tennessee.
2 Years Vocational Technician School, Machinist
Summary
A hard working and knowledgeable person with a strong mechanical, machining and troubleshooting background, who has a strong desire to work for a successful company. A team player with many years of experience and an excellent record of attendance and dedication.
References
Robert Austin, Owner
Austin Machine Shop
4409 Monterey Hwy
Sparta, Tennessee 38583
Tony Powell, Director of Engineering, Retired
Aphena Pharma Solutions, 1920 Fisk Road
Cookeville, Tennessee 38506
Jennifer Dotson Creter, Owner
Stage One Dance Studio
3 North Jefferson
Cookeville, Tennessee 38501