Hard Skills

• CNC machining
• Manual machining
• Lathe operation
• Milling machine operation
• Turning and boring
• Drilling and tapping
• Grinding (surface, cylindrical)
• Blueprint reading
• Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Precision measurement
• Tight tolerance machining
• Fixture and jig setup
• Tool and die work
• Machine setup and changeover
• Production machining

Technical Proficiencies

• G-code programming
• CAM programming
• CAD/CAM software
• Mastercam
• SolidWorks
• HAAS controls
• Fanuc controls
• Mazak / Mazatrol
• Siemens CNC controls
• CMM (coordinate measuring machine)
• Calipers, micrometers, gauges
• Dial indicators and height gauges
• Tool offsets and wear compensation
• Machine maintenance and troubleshooting

Soft Skills

• Attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Mechanical aptitude
• Time management
• Team collaboration
• Communication skills
• Adaptability
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Accountability
• Work ethic and reliability

Industry & Process Knowledge

• Lean manufacturing
• 5S methodology
• Kaizen / continuous improvement
• ISO 9001 standards
• Quality control and inspection
• Root cause analysis
• Preventive maintenance
• Production scheduling and workflow
• Metal properties and machining characteristics
• Tool selection and optimization

Industry Certifications

• NIMS Machining Certification
• Journeyman Machinist
• Apprentice Machinist Program
• OSHA safety training
• Forklift certification
• First aid / CPR certification

Action Verbs

• Set up
• Programmed
• Operated
• Fabricated
• Machined
• Inspected
• Calibrated
• Optimized
• Troubleshot
• Maintained
• Improved
• Verified
• Assembled
• Adjusted
• Documented