Kenneth Houck

• Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
• Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
• Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
• Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
• Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
• Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
• Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
• Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
• Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
• Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
• Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.
• Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
• Optimized tooling performance through regular inspection, cleaning, sharpening or replacing worn tools as needed.
• Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools.
• Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
• Performed preventative maintenance on machines regularly to minimize downtime due to breakdowns or malfunctions.
• Maintained detailed records of completed jobs, tracking materials used and time spent on each project for accurate billing purposes.
• Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
• Collaborated with quality assurance team to resolve discrepancies and implement corrective actions for non-conforming parts.
• Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
• Reduced waste and increased material utilization with precise measurement and cutting techniques.
• Improved workplace safety by performing routine maintenance on machinery and ensuring all equipment was in proper working order.
• Collaborated with engineers to develop new parts, interpreting blueprints and schematics for accurate production.
• Suggested new methods of machining that resulted in better product quality with reduced production time.

Reduced error and non-conformances with by utilizing fixtures and cutting tools on CNC machines.

• Increased precision of manufactured components by implementing quality control measures and using advanced measuring tools.
• Supported cost-efficiency efforts, identifying and implementing ways to reduce operational expenses.
• Boosted machine lifespan, implementing proactive maintenance schedule and keeping detailed maintenance records.
• Increased operational efficiency by recommending improvements to machining processes and equipment.
• Enhanced team productivity, sharing technical knowledge and machining tips with new machinists.
• Facilitated smoother project transitions by maintaining clear and detailed production logs.
• Delivered complex projects on time, managing multiple machining tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Ensured compliance with environmental regulations by properly disposing of waste materials and chemicals.
• Fostered safer workplace by adhering to and promoting strict safety protocols and guidelines.
• Minimized material waste, calculating optimal cutting paths and material usage in advance.

• Stayed current on industry developments through ongoing professional development opportunities such as seminars or training sessions.
• Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Facilitated clear communication between team members to prevent misunderstandings that could lead to costly mistakes or delays.
• Reduced downtime of equipment by implementing preventive maintenance measures on a routine basis.

• Streamlined workflow for faster completion of tasks while maintaining high-quality standards across all workstations.
• Played an active role in inventory management, ensuring adequate stock of parts and materials required for smooth operations.
• Achieved consistent product quality by closely monitoring machinery output and making necessary adjustments.
• Contributed to waste reduction efforts by implementing sustainable practices during machine setup operations.