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GUY BRADBROOK

Castleford,West Yorkshire

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in CNC programming, precision measurement, and technical drawing interpretation. Demonstrates proficiency in quality assurance processes, production planning, and lean manufacturing principles. Adept at material specification knowledge, team collaboration, and workplace safety compliance. Known for effective communication, decisive decision-making, and implementing productivity improvement strategies. Committed to knowledge sharing and fostering a culture of tolerance and patience within the team.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

CNC machinist

Carnaud Metalbox Engineering
Bradford, West Yorkshire
04.2016 - Current

Started employment at Carnaud Metelbox Engineering 1/4/2016 as a machine operator on a Mandelli Rock 2600 (siemens 840D) setting and machining a variety of parts for the companies Can making machines.

Duties included.

  • Operating CNC machinery to meet production deadlines in a timely manner.
  • Proving out of programs and making edits if needed to improve process and Tool life.
  • Utilizing micrometers and Bore Micrometers to ensure precision in measurements.
  • Trained new employees on machine operation.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members contributing to a positive working environment.
  • Ensured safety with strict compliance to workplace health and safety guidelines.
  • Maintained accuracy of part dimensions for high-quality outputs.

In 2024 I acted on an opportunity to draw on my previous skills of CAD/CAM programing and moved on to a Mazak FJV 5-Face 60/80 to implement the companies continuous improvement of there Die Set manufacture.

Duties Included.

  • Generating Set Up sheets on Siemens NX.
  • Generating Tool Builds on Siemens NX.
  • Programming finishing programs using Mazatrol Smooth Cam AI.
  • Tool Selection and ordering.
  • Optimizing my own time so parts are delivered in a timely manner.
  • Trained new employees on machine operation resulting in smoother workflow.
  • Utilized micrometers and High precision bore micrometers to ensure the specified tolerances are met (as low as 5microns).
  • Demonstrated technical aptitude, solved complex machining problems quickly and efficiently.
  • Read technical drawings accurately which resulted in fewer errors during the manufacturing process.
  • Performed detailed inspections, increased product consistency.
  • Conducted quality checks, ensured adherence to company standards and industry regulations.

CNC Machinist/Works Manager

Atkinson Precision Ltd
Sherburn in Elmet
10.1994 - 03.2016
  • Started employment with Atkinson Precision Ltd as a Toolroom Fitter fitting and assembling plastic and rubber injection tools for automotive industry, Then moved through various rolls of progression, CNC machining, Off line Programming, Tool design to Works Manager(1999). Experience in machining various materials such as API spec 4140, 420, Super 13, Super Duplex Alloy 925 and Alloy 718
  • Duties Include
  • CNC Milling (S/P/O, Heidenhien, Ultimax and Fanuc Controls)
  • CNC Turning (S/P/O, Fanuc and Siemens Control)
  • Fitting, Surface and Cylindrical Grinding
  • Inspection (Manual and FARO Gage)
  • Quoting
  • Production Planning and Control
  • Auditing and Quality Assurance
  • Tooling and Material Purchasing
  • Customer Liaison
  • Work to tight deadlines
  • Understanding of Customer Drawings, Material and Coating Specs

Mechanical Engineering Apprentice

IMI Yorkshire Alloys Limited
Leeds
07.1990 - 10.1994
  • After completing my apprenticeship in July 1994 I started work in the Yorkshire Fittings Toolroom
  • Main Duties Included
  • Bench Fitting
  • Horizontal Boring
  • Manual Milling
  • Surface Grinding

Education

City and Guilds - Mechanical Engineering

Kitson College of Technology
Leeds
09.1990 - 07.1994

Skills

  • CNC programming
  • Precision measurement
  • Technical drawing interpretation
  • Quality assurance processes
  • Production planning
  • Lean manufacturing principles
  • Material specification knowledge
  • Team collaboration
  • Workplace safety compliance
  • Effective communication
  • Decisive decision-making
  • Productivity improvement strategy
  • Tolerance and patience
  • Knowledge sharing

INTERESTS

I enjoy spending time with family and friends, I also have a keen interest in Rugby League and enjoy watching my local team.

Timeline

CNC machinist

Carnaud Metalbox Engineering
04.2016 - Current

CNC Machinist/Works Manager

Atkinson Precision Ltd
10.1994 - 03.2016

City and Guilds - Mechanical Engineering

Kitson College of Technology
09.1990 - 07.1994

Mechanical Engineering Apprentice

IMI Yorkshire Alloys Limited
07.1990 - 10.1994
GUY BRADBROOK