Nirav
SENIOR CNC PROGRAMMER | PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR | LEAD MACHINIST
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About
CNC programming and manufacturing professional with extensive experience in precision machining, 5-axis CNC programming, machine setup and operation, production leadership, and mechanical design. Experienced with the Matsuura MX-330, Mastercam, ESPRIT, Haas and Hurco equipment, blueprint interpretation, GD&T; inspection, fixture design, and tooling. Proven background supervising machinists and operators, coordinating shop-floor workflow, and supporting quality, productivity, and on-time production.
Experience
Production Supervisor / Lead Machinist / CNC Programmer at TRUTECH PRECISION (2025-05 – Present)
- Lead daily shop-floor activities and coordinate production priorities to support workflow, quality, and delivery requirements.
- Program, set up and operate the Matsuura MX-330 5-axis machining centre for precision component manufacturing.
- Develop and verify CNC programs and toolpaths, using simulation and careful program checks to reduce the risk of machining collisions.
- Plan machining strategies, select tooling and workholding, and determine setup approaches for complex parts.
- Supervise and provide day-to-day direction to 2 machinists and 4 machine operators.
- Support machinists and operators with setup, troubleshooting, machining methods, and production problem-solving.
- Monitor job progress, machine utilization, and production bottlenecks; coordinate work to keep jobs moving through the shop.
- Verify parts against engineering drawings and specifications and support dimensional quality using appropriate inspection methods.
- Promote safe work practices, organized work areas, and consistent adherence to shop procedures.
CNC Programmer / Machinist / Production Supervisor at IMPACT MACHINEWORKS LTD. (2023-04 – 2025-05)
- Supervised 2 CNC programmers and 4 machine operators, supporting daily production activities.
- Programmed, set up and operated Hurco milling machines and programmed/set up Haas lathe machines.
- Developed CNC machining programs and toolpaths for milling and turning using Mastercam.
- Simulated and verified toolpaths before machining to help prevent collisions.
- Interpreted work orders, drawings and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs.
- Analyzed job requirements, performed calculations and modified existing programs to improve efficiency.
- Maintained part quality and ensured machined components met drawing specifications and tight tolerances.
CNC Programmer / Machinist / Co-founder at MILLWIRE LTD. (2020-07 – 2023-04)
- Programmed 3-axis milling machines using Mastercam and CNC lathes using ESPRIT.
- Produced precision components to meet product requirements and blueprint specifications.
- Prepared quotations for new projects and worked directly with clients.
- Prepared bills of materials and maintained CNC workflow processes.
- Supervised 5 CNC operators and completed daily machine and personnel reports.
- Conducted quarterly inventory activities and programmed/operated CNC bending equipment.
CNC Programmer / Setup Operator at SIRIUS MACHINE & TOOLS (2012-06 – 2020-07)
- Developed machining approaches for R&D; parts to improve production efficiency and reduce cycle time.
- Designed gauges, fixtures and vise jaws for parts with complex geometries using SolidWorks.
- Prepared bills of materials and coordinated design discussions with engineering and manufacturing teams.
- Set up CNC machines according to part specifications and interpreted engineering drawings and blueprints.
- Selected and aligned fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials for machining operations.
- Monitored drilling, cutting, grooving and boring operations and verified dimensions using calipers, micrometers and other measuring tools.
- Worked with Fanuc and Haas controls; recommended product and process changes to management.
- Performed monthly machine inspections and preventive maintenance while maintaining a safe work area.
Mechanical Drafter at CLOVER TOOL MANUFACTURING LIMITED (2011-05 – 2011-09)
- Prepared detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, dies, tools and controls using CAD.
- Created 3D models of precision rotating machinery and components in SolidWorks to ANSI Y14.5 standards.
- Checked product geometry and dimensions, verified machined parts using precision measuring instruments, and assisted with final inspection.
Assistant Design Engineer at MASCON MULTISERVICES & CONSULTANTS PVT. LTD. (2009-01 – 2010-12)
- Used AutoCAD to design storm-water systems and prepared mechanical assembly sketches from verbal instructions.
- Supported technical product information, drawing revisions through the change-order process, and manufacturing tolerance development.
- Assisted with component selection for product designs.
Mechanical Designer / Drafter at ABB LIMITED (2008-01 – 2009-12)
- Designed components, parts and assemblies using AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
- Assisted with stress-analysis work in SolidWorks and coordinated with designers, clients and associated trades.
- Maintained project schedules and worked toward established project milestones.
Education
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technician – Learning and Technology – Humber Institute of Advanced Learning and Technology (2010-01 – 2012-12)
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering – M.S. University, India (2005-01 – 2008-12)