Robert Wallace

Skilled (traveling) CNC Machinist with 19 years of industry experience and success. Proficient in operating various high-end models, including Citizen M16, M20, M20Y, LATES, DMG, Mori Ecomill 1100v, and Mazak Nexus 200M. Self-Starter, with strong communication skills, and a commitment to safety, quality, customer service and lean manufacturing. Seeking long-term position in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

Contract CNC Setup Machinist - NORDIC SOLUTIONS

(2022-10)

Contract CNC Setup Machinist - TECHNICAL METALS INC. - Fairbury, IL

(2023-10 - 2024-05)

• Maintained a high level of production and daily set up and operation of various machines.
• Reviewed program specifications to determine the sequence of set-up operations and dimensions of finished products.
• Helped streamline and reduce set times for cam shaft set ups.

Contract CNC Setup Machinist - MECHANICAL DEVICES COMPANY - Bloomington, IL

(2023-02 - 2023-09)

• Verified and met expected cycle times and production expectations daily.
• Maintained scrap to 2% minimum.
• Reviewed program specifications to determine the sequence of set-up operations and dimensions of finished products.

CNC Setup Machinist - ATS DIESEL PERFORMANCE - Denver, CO

(2022-08 - 2022-10)

• Set up various Mori Seki Mills and Lathes to machine internal components for racing transmissions.
• Verified and met expected cycle times and production expectations daily.
• Reviewed program specifications to determine the sequence of set-up operations and dimensions of finished products.

Customer Service Manager - ADVANCED AUTO - Memphis, TN

(2020-10 - 2021-04)

• Successfully managed accurate cash flow and handled balancing of multiple cash drawers.
• Maintained a clean, orderly, and safe work area and back of the store.

Landscaping Assistant - B-GREEN LAWN SERVICE - Memphis, TN

(2018-07 - 2020-10)

• Specialized in year-round maintenance of home lawns in the Mid-South Area.
• Maintained area-specific fertilization and weed prevention as well as leaf/debris removal.
• Provided management for routine maintenance and service of lawn equipment.

Senior CNC Setup Machinist - COMP PERFORMANCE GROUP - Olive Branch, MS

(2016-08 - 2017-06)

• Responsible for daily set up and operation of various machines.
• Helped streamline and reduce set times for cam shaft set ups.

Senior CNC Setup Machinist - FMI Hansa Medical Products - Madison, AL

(2014-10 - 2016-06)

• Responsible for daily set up and operation of Citizen, Okuma, and Mori Seki Lathes.
• Updated company programs resulting in decreased cycle times.

Senior CNC Setup Machinist - SMITH & NEPHEW - Memphis, TN

(2013-11 - 2014-10)

• Trained in the operation of HAAS Mills.
• Updated a company program which decreased cycle time from 12 minutes to under 4 minutes.
• Heavily increased experience with Swiss Turn Lathes, able to hold tolerance at .0002.

CNC Machinist/Setup - APEX TOOL GROUP - Lexington, SC

(2012-07 - 2013-09)

• Prepared, set up, and inspected Citizen machines.
• Maintained a safe and clean working environment.

CNC Machinist/Setup Technician - ODYSSEY MEDICAL - Memphis, TN

(2011-08 - 2012-06)

• Responsible for daily setup and operation of six Tsugami ss-20 lathes daily.
• Produced medical implant devices and updated company programs decreasing cost and cycle time.

CNC Machinist/Setup Technician - ONYX MEDICAL - Memphis, TN

(2007-01 - 2011-06)

• Responsible for multiple setups on Citizen Swiss Turn Lathes and training new employees
• Edited machining programs to decrease cycle time and increase productivity
• Utilized troubleshooting procedures to bring faulted machines back to working order
• Became Alarm Code and Key Holder for the Company

High School Diploma - Central High School (2005)