DALE MAKUCH
***** ******** **** ***** *****, NY *3637
************@******.*** 315-***-****
SUMMARY
Reliable and hardworking Machinist with 20+ years of experience in operating machines to maintain productivity and quality standards. Adept at monitoring equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents. Committed to maximizing production output and ensuring compliance with all safety, quality, and business standards.
SKILLS
Forklift operation
Fire safety
Hazardous materials knowledge
Problem-solving
Time management
Communication
Attention to detail
Safety protocols
WORK EXPERIENCE
HP Hood – Lafargeville, NY
Machinist 04/2024 – 08/2024
Operated spot pack machine to seal products for packaging and distribution.
Packaged product into boxes and ensured efficient flow to the next processing stage.
Maintained a safe working environment.
Aligned and positioned materials being sealed to ensure accurate application.
Adjusted machine components according to specifications.
Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions and report or resolve problems.
Examined and measured completed products to verify conformance to specifications.
Allient (Stature Electric) – Watertown, NY
Machinist 04/2022 – 04/2024
Operated grinding machine to fit and assemble machined parts into complete units.
Helped maintain production machines to keep in proper working order.
Maintained a safe working environment.
Inspected own work and adhered to required process and quality standards.
Prepared raw materials for machining and disposed of by-products and scrap materials upon completion.
New York Air Brake – Watertown, NY
Assembly and Test 03/2005 – 04/2022
Produced brake valves and complex components for train brake systems.
Bonded manifolds for locomotive brake systems.
Moved parts to the assembly area.
Deburred parts and other processes for the assembly line.
EDUCATION
Jefferson Community College
Associate of Science – Business Administration