Matthew Mikes
Greenville
Summary
Diligent Machinist with solid background in CNC machining. Skilled in operating and maintaining CNC machines, contributing to smooth production processes. Demonstrated expertise in reading blueprints and ensuring precision in manufactured parts.
Understand manufacturing standards along with processes it takes to make desired product.
Currently completing Bachelors in Advanced manufacturing
while looking to move into a Manufacturing Engineer role with an emphasis on CNC.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Apprentice Tool Maker
Stueken North America
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with senior tool makers to develop and refine production processes.
- Inspected final products for quality and functionality.
- Trimmed blocks and blanks to outlined dimensions with rules, hand saws, and power shears.
- Ran manual lathes, mills, and grinders.
- Learned process of lapping, honing, I.D., O.D. grinding.
- Created fixtures to produce specific dimensions for parts
- Learned the heat treatment process
- Occasionally ran presses
CNC Machine Operator
RAM Clutches
02.2022 - 09.2024
- Monitored machine performance, identifying and resolving issues to maintain production efficiency.
- Interpreted technical drawings and blueprints to set up machines accurately for production runs.
- Trained new operators on safe machine handling practices and operational procedures.
- Assisted in the development of improved machining techniques to streamline operations and increase productivity.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Created mazatrol programs
- Ran mazak vertical mills and lathes
CNC Machinist
Innovative Manufacturing & Design
09.2024 - Current
- Interpreted technical drawings and blueprints to ensure accurate machining processes
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision components according to specifications
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased production speed
- Trained new staff on machine operation and safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety
- Run Doosan machines with Fanuc controllers
- Occasionally create G&M code programs at the controller
- Run parts with tight tolerances (Ex. .0005")
Education
Bachelor of Science - Advanced Manufacturing
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, South Carolina, SC09-2027
Associate of Applied Science - Machine Tool Technology
Midlands Technical College
Columbia, SC05-2023
Skills
- Blueprints reading
- Multi-axis machining
- Precision measurement
- Machine setup
- In-process inspection
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- G-code programming
- Manual machining
- Fixture design
- Surface grinding
- CNC machine operation
- Detail-oriented
- Troubleshooting
Certification
CNC Operator Certificate
OSHA 10-hour industry standard certificate
Timeline
CNC Machinist
Innovative Manufacturing & Design
09.2024 - Current
CNC Machine Operator
RAM Clutches
02.2022 - 09.2024
Apprentice Tool Maker
Stueken North America
07.2019 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science - Advanced Manufacturing
Greenville Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Machine Tool Technology
Midlands Technical College