machine operator

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Kevin Oskilanec

Objective

To obtain a position in an innovative field that will allow me to effectively utilize my knowledge and creative skills with continuous growth potential.

Experience

08/2008 to 02/2009 Progress Rail Services East Chicago, IN

Production Mechanic 2

Operate hydraulic press for removal of bearings, wheels and gears from locomotive axles.

Responsible for identification and quality inspection of incoming wheel sets.

Utilize micrometers and other precision measuring equipment to ensure customer tolerances.

Log measurements on routing forms while directing materials to correct departments.

Operate overhead crane, conveyor washing system; usage of pneumatic and hand tools.

05/2003 to 10/2007 Tower Automotive Chicago, IL

Press Operator/Die Setter

Operate a 3000 ton transfer press to manufacture inner body panels for Ford Motor Co.

Set dies, performed die changes, changed over machinery and tooling to run new jobs.

Implemented adjustments to press parameters for automation of dies and tooling to ensure efficient metal flow; which reduced breakdowns, shortened run times and increased productivity.

Performed quality checks to fixtures during runs to meet specific tolerances.

Identified, troubleshot and corrected quality and production problems.

Collaborated with department supervisors regarding process improvement, plant safety and problem solving.

Trained personnel and established work standards.

02/1998 to 08/2002 Holnam Inc. Chicago, IL

Operator

Monitored start-up, operation and shutdown of a continuous cement mill grinding process.

Regulated the movement of conveyors, air flow, presses and furnace temperatures while routing materials.

Troubleshot equipment problems; preventive maintenance and weekly clean out of machinery.

Performed quality control testing on material samples.

Started as Scale Operator loading finished product into trucks, railcars and barges.

Operated crane, pay loader and forklift.

Education Tower Automotive

Metal stamping and press operating training Bardstown, KY

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