- Playing Poker
- Watching Football
- Taking care of my children
- Going to the gym
Sam Barnes
Portsmouth,Hampshire
Summary
Construction Trainee with a strong emphasis on teamwork and communication. Supports colleagues through effective collaboration in production environments. Committed to fostering a positive workplace culture while striving for continuous improvement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machine Operator
Hampshire Plastics
Portsmouth, Hampshire
04.2014 - 03.2026
- Closely monitored CNC machine operations, ensuring machines continued to generate high-quality and accurate outputs.
- Followed safety guidelines and best practices when removing and disposing of swarf.
- Maintained CNC machine in excellent, efficient, and safe working order through regular inspections and necessary maintenance.
- Conducted in-depth quality inspections into finished products produced within CNC machines, ensuring products were produced accurately.
- Monitored CNC operations, making adjustments to processes for improved product quality and efficiency.
- Troubleshot CNC machine malfunctions, quickly identifying and rectifying issues to prevent production delays.
- Conducted regular maintenance on CNC machinery to guarantee optimal performance and minimise downtime.
- Implemented strict quality control measures, conducting thorough inspections to uphold high standards of product excellence.
- Programmed CNC machines using TurboCAD software to produce components with precision and accuracy.
- Attended machine malfunctions to perform emergency maintenance and repairs.
- Conducted test runs on CNC machines to ensure optimal functionality and precision in production processes.
- Utilised precision measuring instruments to confirm dimensions of finished components meet quality standards.
- Managed inventory of raw materials and tools, organising supplies to support uninterrupted production.
- Fostered a culture of teamwork and respect among colleagues, promoting a positive and productive work environment.
- Utilised TurboCAD software to optimise product dimensions and enhance design precision.
- Assisted in reviewing customer paper drawings and PDFs.
Supported redrawing tasks using TurboCAD.
Helped identify inaccuracies and missing information in customer submissions. - Orchestrate recreation of customer product sample from start to finish, ensuring alignment with customer expectations.
- Operated bandsaw, table saw, circular saw, and jigsaw to assist in cutting materials accurately.
Utilised battery drill, mill, and pillar drill to support assembly processes effectively.
Used sander, buffer, and forklift to facilitate a smooth workflow in production areas.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting with Finance
University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth01-2004
A-Levels -
Portsmouth College
Portsmouth01-2001
Skills
- Machine setup
- Quality assurance
- CNC machine tools
- Equipment maintenance
- Process optimization
- Customer collaboration
- Quality control
- Drawings analysis
- Quality assurance focus
- Continuous learning attitude
- Precision measuring instruments usage
- Dimensional measurement
- Material loading and unloading
- Use of vernier calipers
- Machine operation vigilance
- Quality log upkeep
- Computer-Aided Design
- Mechanical drawings understanding
- Tolerance interpretation
- Analytical
- Safety compliance awareness
- Swarf removal
Interests
Timeline
CNC Machine Operator
Hampshire Plastics
04.2014 - 03.2026
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting with Finance
University of Portsmouth
A-Levels -
Portsmouth College