Sean KURTZ
LEES SUMMIT
Summary
Adaptable Machinist Tech Lead with extensive experience in optimizing machining processes. Skilled in managing multiple projects while ensuring timely completion and high-quality standards, ready to drive impactful results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist Tech Lead
Winchester Ammunition
Independence, MO
10.2020 - Current
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision components for ammunition manufacturing.
- Interpreted technical drawings and specifications to ensure accurate part production.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to maintain operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment issues, enhancing workflow reliability.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced waste and increased production efficiency.
- Led initiatives to optimize machining processes, resulting in decreased cycle times and improved output quality.
- Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
- Achieved tight tolerances by carefully calibrating machines before beginning each job.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Performed preventative maintenance on machines regularly to minimize downtime due to breakdowns or malfunctions.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop new parts, interpreting blueprints and schematics for accurate production.
- Contributed to project planning, estimating timelines and material requirements for upcoming projects.
- Utilized CAD and CAM software to design tool paths, select cutting tools and set machine parameters.
- Researched and identified new machining technologies and techniques.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables.
- Evaluated and recommended new tools and technologies that resulted in increased development efficiency and up-to-date technical skillsets within the team.
Lead Engineering Technician
Northrop Grumman
Independence, MO
01.2016 - 10.2020
- Conducted root cause analysis on technical issues, implementing solutions that improved system reliability.
- Collaborated with project managers to align engineering projects with strategic business goals and client requirements.
- Reduced equipment downtime, ensuring timely maintenance, repairs, and calibration of critical systems.
- Evaluated emerging technologies for potential implementation into existing systems or as part of future projects.
- Ensured seamless communication between departments by facilitating productive meetings and fostering open dialogue on project progress.
- Contributed to successful project completion through diligent monitoring of schedules, budgets, deliverables, and milestones.
- Championed innovation within the team by encouraging out-of-the-box thinking and embracing novel approaches to problemsolving.
- Managed multiple projects concurrently, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet stringent deadlines.
- Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards.
- Troubleshot and resolved engineering issues to reduce delays and achieve project milestones.
- Reviewed technical drawings developed by CAD technicians and drafters.
- Assisted with design and implementation of new engineering processes and procedures to optimize productivity.
- Collaborated with engineers in new product introduction phases to develop and verify design changes.
Lead CNC/EDM Technician
ATK
Independence, MO
01.2010 - 01.2016
Education
Associate of Science - Tool & Die Making
DMACC
Des Moines, IAMachinist 44E - Machining
Aberdeen Proving Grounds Technical Center
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MDSkills
- Blueprint reading
- Machine operation
- Troubleshooting
- Lathe operation
- Precision machining
- Precise measuring
- Manufacturing
- Computer numerical control programming
- Surface grinding
- Production planning
- Machine troubleshooting
- Machine setups
Timeline
Machinist Tech Lead
Winchester Ammunition
10.2020 - Current
Lead Engineering Technician
Northrop Grumman
01.2016 - 10.2020
Lead CNC/EDM Technician
ATK
01.2010 - 01.2016
Associate of Science - Tool & Die Making
DMACC
Machinist 44E - Machining
Aberdeen Proving Grounds Technical Center