Daniel Carter

• Phone: +1 416 555 0123
• Email: daniel.carter@email.com
• Location: Toronto, Canada
• LinkedIn: danielcartermachinist

Summary

Bringing 10 years of experience in precision machining, specializing in operating and programming CNC milling and turning centers to produce high-tolerance components. Consistently achieved a 15% reduction in material waste through optimized tool path generation and efficient setup procedures, ensuring superior product quality and timely delivery for aerospace and automotive clients.

Adept at interpreting complex engineering blueprints and CAD models, successfully translating designs into machine-ready G-code. Proven ability to troubleshoot machine malfunctions and perform routine maintenance to minimize downtime and maintain peak operational efficiency in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

Experience

CNC Machinist / Programmer, Maple Leaf Precision Engineering -- Mississauga, Canada

Mar 2018 – present

• Programmed and operated 3-axis and 5-axis CNC milling machines and lathes, producing complex parts with tolerances as low as +/- 0.0005 inches for the aerospace industry.

• Developed and optimized G-code using CAM software (Mastercam, SolidCAM), resulting in a 20% increase in production efficiency for critical components.

• Performed in-process and final inspections using CMM, micrometers, and calipers, ensuring 100% compliance with quality specifications and reducing defect rates by 10%.

• Collaborated with engineering teams to improve manufacturability of designs, leading to a 15% reduction in machining time on new product lines.

Manual & CNC Machinist, Ontario Manufacturing Solutions -- Brampton, Canada

Sept 2013 – Feb 2018

• Operated conventional lathes, milling machines, grinders, and drill presses to fabricate custom parts and perform repairs on industrial equipment.

• Assisted in the setup and operation of CNC machines, gaining proficiency in machine calibration, tool changes, and basic program adjustments.

• Interpreted technical drawings and schematics to determine machining processes, material requirements, and component dimensions.

• Maintained and cleaned machinery, contributing to a consistently safe and organized workshop environment and extending machine lifespan by 5 years.

Education

George Brown College, Advanced Diploma in Precision Machining and CNC Programming -- Toronto, Canada

Sept 2011 – Apr 2013

Skills

Technical Skills: CNC Milling (3/5-Axis), CNC Turning, Manual Machining, G-Code Programming, Mastercam, SolidCAM, AutoCAD, SolidWorks (basic), Metrology, GD&T, Blueprint Reading, Tooling Selection, Fixture Design, Machine Maintenance, Quality Control, Lean Manufacturing Principles

Machines & Equipment: Haas, Mazak, Fanuc Controls, Lathes, Mills, Grinders, Drill Presses, CMM, Vernier Calipers, Micrometers, Height Gauges

Materials: Stainless Steel, Aluminum, Titanium, Brass, Plastics, Composites, Tool Steels