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John Maddas

Normalville

Summary

Skilled Press Brake Operator with background in precision metal fabrication and blueprint interpretation. Demonstrates strong technical skills, acute attention to detail, and ability to work as part of team. Strengths include machine set-up and maintenance, quality control, and adherence to safety protocols. Previously made significant contributions to efficiency improvements in production processes.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Hydraulic Press Brake Operator

Edge Pizza Ovens ( MF&B restaurant systems)
Uniontown
09.2022 - Current
  • Operated press brake machinery to shape metal components for production.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate fabrication of parts.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Monitored quality control processes to maintain product specifications.
  • Adjusted machine settings based on job specifications for precise outcomes.
  • Measured parts for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
  • Managed inventory levels of supplies needed for day-to-day operations.
  • Adjusted machine components and programmed controls to regulate pressure, speed, stroke length, feed rate of material into the machine.
  • Modified existing programs or created new ones based on customer requirements or design changes.
  • Verified accuracy of finished product by comparing it against blueprints or templates.
  • Inspected finished products for quality control purposes prior to releasing them from the shop floor.
  • Stopped machine operation to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement according to required machining sequences.
  • Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
  • Read programming instructions and product blueprints to determine sequences and dimensional requirements.
  • Transfer commands from servers to CNC modules using computer network links.

Production Foreman

Its Enclosures
Mount Pleasant
06.2000 - 04.2022
  • Coordinated team schedules to meet production targets and deadlines.
  • Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
  • Implemented quality control measures to uphold product standards.
  • Communicated with management regarding production issues and team performance.
  • Organized materials and resources to streamline production processes.
  • Assisted in inventory management to ensure adequate supplies for operations.
  • Coordinated activities between departments to facilitate timely completion of projects.
  • Resolved operational problems encountered during shift operations.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures to reduce expenses and improve efficiency.
  • Assisted in developing methods for improving productivity while maintaining quality standards.
  • Directed and coordinated the activities of production workers to ensure efficient operation of the plant.
  • Verified accuracy of finished goods against specified measurements and standards prior to shipment.
  • Reviewed work orders, specifications, drawings, blueprints to determine job instructions for employees.
  • Supervised production schedules, production quality and on-time delivery.
  • Improved efficiency by minimizing downtime.
  • Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
  • Contributed to new plant startup and implementation of processes for manufacturing, shipping and receiving and inventory management.

Education

High School Diploma -

Connellsville Area Senior High School
Connellsville, PA
05-1989

Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts

Penn State
Uniontown, PA

Skills

  • Press brake operation
  • Blueprint reading
  • Quality control
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Precision measurement
  • Machine programming
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Bending techniques
  • Machine setup
  • Tooling selection
  • Sheet metal fabrication
  • Machine operation
  • Tooling changes
  • Machine sequencing
  • Schematics review
  • Data analysis
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Input commands
  • Troubleshooting
  • Goal setting
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Blueprint interpretation

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Hydraulic Press Brake Operator

Edge Pizza Ovens ( MF&B restaurant systems)
09.2022 - Current

Production Foreman

Its Enclosures
06.2000 - 04.2022

High School Diploma -

Connellsville Area Senior High School

Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts

Penn State

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