ALEX P. MODESTI
Racine, WI 53403
***********@*******.***
OBJECTIVE:
To obtain a position that utilizes my extensive background and specialized training.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
· Effective working knowledge of machining equipment, including lathes, band-saws, vertical and horizontal mills, radial drill press, and grinders including handfed, surface, jig, wet and cylindrical
· Strong blueprint skills, including interpretation and design
· Experienced welding: MIG, TIG with Aluminum, Cast Iron and Tool Steel
· Extensive CNC EDM, programming and editing skills
· Fully skilled and adept at performing precise bench and machine work to close tolerances
· Able to interpret and apply Geometric Dimension & Tolerance specifications and principles
· Knowledge of inspection procedures to verify the conformance of finished products to specifications
· Surf Cam 101 experience
· Proven interpersonal communication and team-building skills
· CAD skills, utilizing Cad-Key 7.5 for Windows
EMPLOYMENT:
Premier Aluminum, Racine WI 2005 - March 2009
Tool and Die Repair
· Responsible for die service and repair.
· Ensure that constructed dies meet specifications.
· Assist in fixtures, and welding fabrication and machine maintenance.
Intermet Corporation (formerly Ganton Technologies), Sturtevant, WI 1989 - 2005
Tooling Lead Man 2001 - 2005
As a working supervisor, responsible for the construction, fitting and assembly of aluminum cast production dies in a timely manner. Responsible for all job assignments and troubleshooting problem jobs for a group of eight journeymen. Responsible for the service and repair of dies when necessary. Insure that constructed dies meet all specifications and tolerances by inspection and correcting as needed.
E.D.M. Sinkers 1997 - 2001
Engineering Changes / Die Repair 1989 - 2004
· Responsible for the construction, fitting and assembly of aluminum cast production dies.
ACCREDITATIONS:
· UAW Journeyman’s Card - Tool & Die Maker, November 18, 1998
INDUSTRY RELATED TRAINING:
· Basic Welding
· Weld Techniques
· Machine Shop Mathematics
· Trigonometry
· Heat treating
· Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
· Self Managed Work Teams
· Fluid Flow and Thermal Analysis
· QS 9000
· Okamoto CNC Grinders
· Lift truck operation
· Charmilles 30/40/50 Series CNC EDM Sinkers
· Charmilles Robofil Series CNC EDM Wire
· CNC Basics 101 Surfcam
EDUCATION:
UW - Parkside, Kenosha, WI (coursework in Psychology, Sociology)
Gateway Technical College, Racine, WI (coursework in Criminology)
References available upon request