Ross Watson
Kilmarnock,East Ayrshire
Summary
Experienced CNC Machine Operator with background in drilling, grinding and milling. Proficient with logistics and overseeing machines to determine functionality. Goal-oriented and meets timely deadlines.
Previous experience working in a team as part of regular duties and as part of a 6S project.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC machinist
Wallace McDowall
Monkton, South Ayrshire
07.2018 - Current
- Addressed process faults, errors and non-conformities, highlighting promptly to supervision.
- Liaised with management to procure required mechanical machinery.
- Measured workpieces to determine accuracy of machine operation and identify defects.
- Performed regular, routine maintenance on machinery to maintain smooth-running operations.
- Detected machine malfunction and made corrections to mitigate non-conformance.
- Performed turning, drilling and tapping operations to complete established production quotas.
- Produced components in alignment with high quality standards and specifications.
- Monitored machine settings and adjusted to correct malfunctions or errors.
- Changed worn machine accessories using hand tools to keep machinery running smoothly.
- Communicated key information to team members to support shift changes.
- Reviewed mechanical drawings, machine adjustments and material requirements carefully for accuracy.
- Monitored automated machines, identifying opportunities to improve performance.
- Used milling cutters, drills, taps and other CNC cutting tools safely and efficiently.
- Safely loaded raw materials onto machines, using overhead cranes.
- Read, interpreted and communicated technical information.
- Identified and suggested process, method and tooling improvements.
- Kept work areas clean, tidy and hazard-free to uphold general safety and security.
- Adhered to all health and safety, environmental and energy impact standards to support compliance.
- Conducted troubleshooting to determine and resolve operating errors.
Education
National Certificate Manufacturing Engineering - Manufacturing
Ayrshire college
Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire 09/2018 - 06/2020
SVQ Level 2 PEO - Manufacturing
Ayrshire College
Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire 09/2017 - 07/2018
Higher - Design and Manufacture
St Joseph's Academy
East Ayrshire 08/2016 - 08/2017
Higher - English
St Joseph's Academy
East Ayrshire 08/2015 - 08/2017
National 5 - Biology
St Joseph's Academy
East Ayrshire 08/2015 - 06/2016
National 5 - Mathematics
St Joseph's Academy
East Ayrshire 08/2015 - 06/2016
SVQ Level 3 - CNC Turning
Ayrshire college
Kilmarnock 07/2018 -
Skills
- Quality control inspections
- Gauge measurements
- Equipment operations
- 3 axis machining
- CNC programming
- Overhead crane operation
- CNC metal cutting and boring
- Mechanical drawings understanding
- Calibrations and adjustments
- Material loading and unloading
- Precision measuring tools
- Machine monitoring
- Visual inspection techniques
- Time management
Timeline
CNC machinist
Wallace McDowall
07.2018 - Current
National Certificate Manufacturing Engineering - Manufacturing
Ayrshire college
09/2018 - 06/2020
SVQ Level 2 PEO - Manufacturing
Ayrshire College
09/2017 - 07/2018
Higher - Design and Manufacture
St Joseph's Academy
08/2016 - 08/2017
Higher - English
St Joseph's Academy
08/2015 - 08/2017
National 5 - Biology
St Joseph's Academy
08/2015 - 06/2016
National 5 - Mathematics
St Joseph's Academy
08/2015 - 06/2016
SVQ Level 3 - CNC Turning
Ayrshire college
07/2018 -
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