Quality Control Sheet Metal

Howard Kerkstra

**** ********* **.

Caledonia, MI 49316

Ph. 616-***-****

***********@*****.***

OBJECTIVE

To procure rewarding position using knowledge and skills gained through my education and former employment.

EDUCATION

Grand Rapids Community College, Grand Rapids Michigan

Associates Degree of Mechanical Design December 2011

GPA: 3.0

Major Related Coursework: Solid works 2011, Autodesk Inventor 2010,

Auto CAD 2011, Catia V 5, Pro E 4, Detail Drafting, Hydraulics and Machining class.

ITT Technical Institute, Grand Rapids, Michigan

Associates of Science Degree in Computer Drafting and Design, March 2006

GPA: 3.45 Perfect attendance

Major Related Coursework: AutoCAD 2004, Architectural and Mechanical Desktop,

Auto Cad Map, 3DS Max, Catia V 5, Descriptive Geometry, Materials Processing, Engineering Graphics, Project Development, College Math, and Microsoft Office.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Middleville Tool and Die Co

Weld operator, 4/2012- Present

Loading parts for robot welders, sanding, gauging, and inspecting for defects. Recording

General production specifications for inventory.

Metaldyne, Middleville, MI

CNC / CMM Operator, 6 / 2007 – 2 / 2010

Operated CNC machines for the production of automobile engine parts and ensured quality of products by checking tolerance on CMM machines. Performed tasks of hard gauging, profile testing, surface testing and documenting the results on graphs. Loaded and maintained lines for robots, and quality inspected machined parts for cracks and defects for the supplier of stock.

Trillium Staffing, Kalamazoo, MI

Press Operator, Checker Motor Co. 12 / 2006 – 02 / 2007

Operated metal stamping presses, spot welder machines, product inspection of parts for defects in production.

County Line Farms, Martin, MI

Maintenance, 09 / 2006 – 11 / 2006

Performed general maintenance of equipment. Transferred and setup conveyer lines to various locations for harvest. Guided in trucks, operated hi-lo and worked in warehouse for the storage of potatoes.

Kerkstra Auto Body, Caledonia, MI

Auto Body Repair Technician, 09 / 1988 – 06 / 2005

Expert at collision repair and preparation of all types of vehicles for paint. Complete restoration of classic and antique automobiles, farm tractors and equipment. Refinished motorcycles, snowmobiles, boats and other recreational vehicles. Experienced in welding, cutting, plastic repair, fiberglass repair, glass installation, upholstery, and wiring. Consulted with customers, delivery personnel and Insurance adjusters.

Jones Manufacturing, Moline, MI

Sheet Metal Fabricator, 12 / 1985 – 10 / 1988

Manufactured sheet metal products for H.V.A.C. Operated various machinery including sheet metal shearer, break press, formers, benders, riveters, drill press and band saw. Ensured quality control by accurately setting up machines and packaged parts for shipment.

Steelcase, Kentwood, MI

Chair Plant Assembly Worker, 06 / 1983 – 10 / 1983

Assembled office chairs, stackable chairs, sofas, and airport waiting chairs. Read schedules, organized supplies for co-workers, cleaned and inspected final products for shipment.

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