Thomas (TJ) Heider
Cohutta
Summary
Level 3 Tool and Die Machinist with experience in CNC and manual machining at Shiroki, an AISIN corporation. Proven track record in optimizing production processes and enhancing product quality. Skilled in blueprint reading and machine troubleshooting, complemented by strong leadership and critical thinking abilities. Committed to delivering precision components that meet company standards.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Level 3 Tool and Die Machinist
Shiroki
01.2024 - Current
- Operated CNC and manuel machines to produce precision components according to specifications. Machinery includes: mills, lathes, and surface grinders.
- Set up and calibrated machinery for various runs, ensuring optimal performance.
- Monitored production processes, making adjustments to maintain quality standards.
- Interpreted technical drawings and blueprints to execute machining tasks accurately.
- Conducted routine maintenance on dies, tooling, and equipment to minimize downtime and enhance efficiency and product quality to AISIN standards
Machinist
Williams Specialty Company
06.2015 - 01.2024
- Programmed and operated manual and CNC machines to produce accurate parts based on customer specifications.
- Interpreted technical drawings and blueprints to ensure accurate machining processes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
- Scheduled jobs to ensure efficient completion times.
- Head of R&D and Quality
- Used Quickbooks to process purchase orders, convert to invoices, as well as processing and submitting payroll
- Ordered material and tooling specific to the job
- Performed routine maintenence on products sold to the customer
- Machined, assembled, and tested parts before they reached the customer
- Trained junior machinists on safe operating procedures and best practices for equipment usage.
Carpenter
Cox Construction
01.2008 - 06.2015
- Constructed frameworks and structures using various materials, ensuring precision and quality.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute detailed carpentry projects.
- Operated hand and power tools safely to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and project outcomes.
- Worked directly with the owner to ensure proper agreement with tasks at hand
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased productivity on job sites.
- Responsible for every aspect of the building process with the exclusion of foundation work and HVAC
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Networking And Service Technology
Dalton State College
Dalton, GA06-2012
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Dalton State College
Dalton, GA06-2012
High School Diploma -
Northwest Whitfield High School
Tunnel Hill, GA06-2008
Skills
- BobCAD/CAM certified
- Mastercam experience
- Blueprint reading
- Machine programming, setup, and operation
- Troubleshooting and repairing machines, dies, and tooling
- Lathe operation (CNC and Manual) Fanuc
- Mill operation (CNC and Manual) Haas & Fanuc
- Surface Grinder operation (CNC and Manual) Okamoto
- Using digital and analog micrometers and calipers
- Machine maintenance
- MIG and TIG welding (Steel & aluminum)
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking and problem solving skills
- Works well under pressure
- Works well as a team as well as a leadership role
- Overhead crane certified
- Forklift certified
- Quickbooks experience
- Management Experience
Timeline
Level 3 Tool and Die Machinist
Shiroki
01.2024 - Current
Machinist
Williams Specialty Company
06.2015 - 01.2024
Carpenter
Cox Construction
01.2008 - 06.2015
Associate of Science - Computer Networking And Service Technology
Dalton State College
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Dalton State College
High School Diploma -
Northwest Whitfield High School