Collin McCabe
Fort Smith,AR
Summary
Dynamic Manufacturing Engineer/CNC Programmer with a proven track record at Kopco Inc., enhancing CNC program efficiency and achieving tight tolerances. Skilled in G-code programming and cross-functional teamwork, I excel in process improvement and technical support, driving operational success and machine uptime through critical thinking and attention to detail.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Engineer
Kopco Inc.
10.2024 - Current
- Programmed toolpaths for both mills and lathes. Including Haas 3-axis mills, Doosan/DN Solutions 3-axis mills w/ 4th axis rotary, DN Solutions horizontal pallet changing mills (NHP 6300 and HP5100), DN Solutions DBC 110 II boring mill, Okuma, Haas, and Doosan 2-axis lathes, DN Solutions 3-axis lathe w/ live toooling, as well as DN Solutions VTR1620.
- Improved CNC program efficiency by optimizing tool paths and reducing cycle times.
- Provided technical support for shop floor personnel, assisting with setup procedures and addressing any issues related to CNC programs.
- Worked closely with machinists on the floor to ensure parts were manufactured in the most efficient manner possible for each situation.
- Increased machine uptime by troubleshooting and resolving programming errors promptly.
- Achieved tight tolerances on critical components with precise programming techniques and careful tool selection.
- Planned manufacturing routing and estimated times for quotes, ranging from 1 pc orders up to 1000+ pcs.
Operations Manager
Bargo Machining (Owned by Kopco Inc.)
03.2024 - 09.2024
- Worked closely with an additional engineer to complete quotes, accept orders and organize work orders, program jobs, and manage the shop floor schedule.
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Conducted performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers, external vendors and suppliers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by establishing clear communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
Manufacturing Engineer
Bargo Machining (Owned by Kopco Inc.)
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Programmed toolpaths for both mills and lathes. Including Milltronics and Doosan/DN Solutions 3-axis mills w/ 4th axis rotary, DN Solutions horizontal pallet changing mills (NHP 6300 and HP5100), Okuma, Honor Seiki and Doosan 2-axis lathes, DN Solutions 3-axis lathe w/ live toooling.
- Programmed and troubleshooted SoDick AQ537L Wire EDM.
- Improved CNC program efficiency by optimizing tool paths and reducing cycle times.
- Provided technical support for shop floor personnel, assisting with setup procedures and addressing any issues related to CNC programs.
- Worked closely with machinists on the floor to ensure parts were manufactured in the most efficient manner possible for each situation.
- Increased machine uptime by troubleshooting and resolving programming errors promptly.
- Achieved tight tolerances on critical components with precise programming techniques and careful tool selection.
- Planned manufacturing routing and estimated times for quotes, ranging from 1 pc orders up to 1000+ pcs.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
Manufacturing Engineer Intern
Bargo Machining (Owned by Kopco Inc.)
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Enhanced manufacturing efficiency by creating and modifying detailed CAD drawings for various projects.
- Learned to program CNC mills and lathes using Esprit.
- Reverse engineered various parts to create CAD models and drawings for manufacturing.
Setup Machinist/Programmer
Henson Manufacturing
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Manually set up Mazak lathes and programmed parts with Mazatrol.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized various types of micrometers, calipers, and gauges to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
Machine Operator
Technical Machining Services
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR05-2023
Skills
- Manufacturing Efficiency
- Process improvement
- Cross-functional teamwork
- CAD using Solidworks
- CAM using Esprit
- CNC programming / G-code
- Ability to quickly learn new software
- Production planning
- Machining processes
- Technical support
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Staff supervision
- Process development
- Ability to adapt and overcome
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineer
Kopco Inc.
10.2024 - Current
Operations Manager
Bargo Machining (Owned by Kopco Inc.)
03.2024 - 09.2024
Manufacturing Engineer
Bargo Machining (Owned by Kopco Inc.)
05.2023 - 03.2024
Manufacturing Engineer Intern
Bargo Machining (Owned by Kopco Inc.)
09.2022 - 05.2023
Setup Machinist/Programmer
Henson Manufacturing
05.2022 - 08.2022
Machine Operator
Technical Machining Services
09.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Arkansas
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