Professional Resume Template for
CNC Machinist
Tyler J. Kincaid
Cincinnati, OH
(513) 555-0142
tyler.kincaid@email.com
linkedin.com/in/tyler-kincaid | tylerkincaidmachining.com
Professional Summary
Methodical CNC Machinist with a 6-year background programming, setting up, and operating 3- and 5-axis CNC mills and lathes in high-precision aerospace and medical manufacturing. Proficient in translating complex blueprints and CAD/CAM models into Mastercam toolpaths, holding tolerances as tight as ±0.0002 inches. Proven ability to reduce setup times by 24% and scrap rates by 35% through robust tool path verification and first-article inspections. Skilled in utilizing Haas, Mazak, and Fanuc control systems, as well as precision inspection tools including micrometers, calipers, and CMMs.
Work Experience
Lead CNC Machinist & Programmer — Vanguard Precision Manufacturing
Cincinnati, OH | June 2023 – Present
- Program and set up Haas 5-axis milling centers and Mazak multi-tasking lathes using Mastercam, reducing cycle times by 18% on a line of 50+ unique aerospace components.
- Perform first-article inspections on machined parts using micrometers, bore gauges, and coordinate measuring machines (CMM), maintaining a 99.8% quality pass rate.
- Standardize setup sheets and fixture designs for repeat production runs, cutting machine downtime during job changeovers by 22 minutes per setup.
- Troubleshoot and optimize G-code and M-code programs directly at the controller, reducing tool wear by 15% and saving $12,000 annually in replacement tooling costs.
CNC Machinist — Meridian Medical Components
Dayton, OH | May 2020 – May 2023
- Set up and operated Swiss-type CNC lathes and Fanuc-controlled 3-axis mills to produce high-tolerance titanium medical implants, achieving tolerances of ±0.0002 inches.
- Inspected production runs utilizing optical comparators and height gauges, maintaining a monthly scrap rate under 1.2% across 8,000+ parts.
- Collaborated with manufacturing engineers to refine toolpaths and feeds/speeds for hard-to-machine superalloys, increasing throughput by 14%.
- Performed daily preventive maintenance (TPM) on 4 CNC machines, reducing unscheduled equipment downtime by 30% over a 2-year period.
Education
Associate of Applied Science in Precision Machining Technology
Great Lakes Technical College · Cleveland, OH · 2020
Skills
CNC programming, Mastercam, G-code, M-code, 3-axis & 5-axis milling, CNC turning, Swiss-type lathe operation, Setup & tooling, Blueprints, GD&T, Precision inspection, Micrometers, Calipers, CMM, Haas controls, Fanuc controls, Mazatrol, Preventive maintenance, Lean manufacturing
Projects
Aerospace Bracket Cycle Optimization
Role: Lead CNC Programmer
Tools: Mastercam, Haas VF-4, Vericut, SolidWorks
Redesigned the fixture and optimized Mastercam toolpaths for a structural aerospace bracket, reducing machining cycle time by 28% and saving $45,000 in material waste.
Titanium Implant Production Launch
Role: CNC Setup Specialist
Tools: Star CNC Swiss Lathe, Fanuc, Mitutoyo CMM
Executed setup and programming verification for a new line of titanium bone screws, completing validation 2 weeks ahead of schedule and achieving a 99.7% first-run yield.
Certifications
- NIMS CNC Milling: Setup, Operations & Programming (2021)
- Mastercam Certified Professional (MCP) (2022)
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Certification (2020)
Additional information
- Machining Capabilities: Experience working with titanium, stainless steel, aluminum, Inconel, and engineering plastics.
- Safety & Compliance: Strong adherence to OSHA standards, active member of safety committee.
- Availability: 2 weeks notice
Job Market Insights
Market data and opportunities for
CNC Machinist
Job Market Insights
$48,000
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$72,000
Avg:
$60,000
Growth Outlook:
The demand for CNC Machinists in the United States remains resilient, driven by the resurgence of domestic aerospace, defense, and medical device manufacturing. While automation and advanced software reduce the need for low-skill manual machine operators, the demand for highly skilled CNC machinists capable of complex programming and multi-axis setup is projected to remain stable. The retirement of a significant portion of the aging trade workforce will continue to create approximately 34,200 annual job openings through the next decade.
Estimated 34,200 annual openings due to high retirement replacement rates
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