Cnc Machinist Lean Manufacturing

Tony Strumstad-952-***-****

Technical Skills & Tools

● CNC Machines: HAAS, Matsuura, Hermle, Fadal, Bridgeport

● Controls: HAAS, Fanuc, Heidenhain, Mitsubishi

● Inspection Tools: CMM, micrometers, calipers, height gauges, dial indicators, bore gauges

● Machining Processes: Milling, Turning, Drilling, Tapping, Surface Grinding

● Blueprint Reading: GD&T, ISO/ASME standards

● Other: Lean Manufacturing, Fixture Design, Tooling Optimization Professional Experience

CNC Machinist

Automate — Jan 2024 – Feb 2025

● Set up and operated 3, 4, and 5axis CNC mills and CNC lathes (HAAS and Miyano)

● Interpreted GD&T and engineering drawings to ensure precision and accuracy

● Performed tool offsets, fixture setups, and in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, and height gauges and all other necessary equipment

● Maintained tight tolerances .0001) on aerospace and medical components

● Collaborated with programmers to optimize tool paths using Mastercam Quality Technician

Lake Engineering — Nov 2021 – Mar 2023

● Conducted in-process, final, and first article inspections using CMM and manual gauges

● Interpreted blueprints and GD&T symbols to verify part compliance

● Created and maintained inspection reports and quality documentation

● Supported ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality standards

● Worked with production teams to resolve non-conformances and implement corrective actions

CNC Machinist

Automate — May 2019 – Feb 2020

● Set up and ran multi-axis CNC mills for high-precision parts in small batch production

● Used Renishaw probing systems for part alignment and tool setting

● Assisted in program edits and troubleshooting using G-code and Fanuc controls

● Maintained tooling inventory and performed preventative maintenance CNC Machinist

Tooling Science — Dec 2018 – Dec 2019

● Machined complex magnesium and die-cast molds using large-bed CNC mills

● Worked with 3D CAD models and blueprints to ensure dimensional accuracy

● Collaborated with engineering to improve mold design and reduce machining time

CNC Machinist

Tolomatic — Dec 2014 – Feb 2016

● Set up and ran short-run production on HAAS CNC mills with Renishaw probing

● Edited and optimized existing programs to improve cycle times and reduce tool wear

● Maintained quality standards through in-process checks and documentation Toolmaker / Project Manager

UMC Inc. — Oct 2006 – Jun 2014

● Managed toolroom operations & fixture design

● Designed and built custom fixtures for 3–11 axis mill turns, EDMs, quality, and robotics

● Oversaw projects from concept to completion, ensuring deadlines and quality standards were met

● Trained and mentored junior machinists

● Supported lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement projects CNC Machinist

Automate — Sep 2001 – Oct 2006

● Set up and operated 3 & 4 axis CNC mills producing high-precision, tight-tolerance parts

● Worked with Fanuc and Mitsubishi controls, and performed manual deburring and finishing

● Maintained detailed setup sheets

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