Jeffrey J. Casper

8488 Samantha Lane Fair Haven, MI 48023

Although a condensed, “to the point” resume is usually the best way to go, that style of resume often times paints a somewhat myopic picture of a

candidate for a position. So with that in mind I have created this cover letter to give the reader some added perspective of what I can bring to an organization.

Many candidates from the numerical control operating and

programming field can be classified as “shop guys and/or gals”. I consider myself to be a professional who can work in both a shop and office

environment. Here are some of the things that I have done and still do that I believe help my value to a company.

12 years experience programming and operating 3 and 5 axis lasers.

Experience programming and operating wire EDM, CNC mill, water jet

and press brake.

At two different organizations I was hired in roles involving both laser

programming as well as operations; as the companies had purchased

their first laser cutting machines during my time of hire. I was relied

on heavily to get these companies’ laser departments up and running

and was successful in each instance.

Unique set of work experience that includes working for manufacturing

companies of varying sizes. I have also gained valuable experience

helping to build many different types of products including; tool and

die work, stampings, a wide variety of military projects for customers

including Lockheed Martin, Raytheon and Northrop Grumman, coal

burning power plant components, aerospace parts including

Gulfstream interior parts, roller coaster parts for Disney World,

composite ballistic shields for police riot gear and the development of

future Ford vehicle interiors and exterior body styles.

Development of processes for medium to long run production jobs is

something that I enjoy. Seeing the results of continuously reducing

down time, reducing part to part run time, improving quality and

reducing risk as a job progresses is rewarding. I have also been

exposed to some Six Sigma techniques including value stream

mapping and impact/cost strategic problem solving.

Interacts well with owners, managers, customers, suppliers and other

department managers to help facilitate day to day operations.

Creating PowerPoint slide shows based on personal research and

giving presentations to groups of employees.

Professional appearance, good listener, communicator and writer.

These are just some of the things that come to mind that may not be

evident upon a quick review of my resume. I am at work to help however I can. I’m always thinking of new ideas for continuous improvement, I

like a challenge and I love the sense of accomplishment. Thank you for your time. I hope this helps you to get to know me a little better.

-Jeffrey J. Casper

Jeffrey Casper

8488 Samantha Lane

Fair Haven, Michigan 48023

586-995-4023 casper1200usa@gmail.com

Objective

To continue to gain experience in manufacturing, management and engineering. To

work for a company that creates and follows standards and uses a continuously

improving system that is focused and effective for both organizational and personal

growth.

Work Experience

Mill Operator

10/2013 – Present, Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, MI

Set-up and operate CNC mills at Ford Product Development Center.

Perform all ancillary tasks such as using saws, clamps, adhesive tape,

abrasives, various glues/epoxies and manual drilling to prepare blocks of

low, medium and high density foam for milling. Parts created vary from

interior, exterior to full size exterior vehicles in support of all studios at the

PDC.

CAD Dept./Laser Programmer

4/2011 – 10/2013, Prototech Laser Inc., Chesterfield, MI

Responsible for all 3-axis and 5-axis CAD data and programming for laser cutting

work. Unbend formed data to generate 3-axis programs. 5-axis CAD work and

programming done with TEBIS CAD/CAM software. Six new customers were

brought to the organization by means of contacting former colleagues over a two

year period with gross sales totaling approximately $260,000.

Process Engineer/Water Jet Programmer

3/2009 – 4/2011, Burtek Inc., Chesterfield, MI

Assist Process Engineering Dept. with water jet and other internal and supplier

cutting process development. Review sub-assembly and final assembly prints at

Cross-Functional Drawing Review meetings to adjust water jet cutting content

based on assembly GD&T, interference, tolerance stack up and ‘Fit, Form and

Function’. Continue to program for water jet cutting machines while learning

Process Engineering position. Develop improvements for water jet cutting

processes by communicating and working with Production Control, Materials Dept.

and Engineering.

Laser Programmer/Operator

3/2008 – 3/2009 Selective Industries Inc., Marine City, MI

CAD, program and run 3 axis laser (1500w Mazak). CAD, program and run

Hitachi wire EDM (Fanuc control). Set up and run press brake. Set up and run

production operation on 2 Fadal CNC mills. Some quoting on laser work.

Laser Operator

9/2007 - 3/2008 Prototech Laser, Clinton Twp., MI

Operate two 4000 watt 3-axis Trumpf laser cutting machines. Responsible for

dimensional and cut quality on all parts. Responsible for all material handling

and documentation. Responsible for preparing machines for 'lights-out' running

at the end of each shift.

2nd Shift Supervisor

8/2006 - 9/2007 Prototech Laser, Clinton Twp., MI

Supervise the work performed by 3-7 machine operators and general laborers in

the plant. Trouble-shoot machinery when it malfunctions, continuous

improvement in efficiency especially with new production jobs. Coach

employees to be responsible, productive and take pride in what they do. Some

drawing and programming as needed.

Laser programmer/operator

2/2004 - 8/2006 Sequoia Tool, Clinton Twp., Michigan

Responsible for all 3 axis laser work; CAD, programs and running the machine.

Most work was the development of blanks for deep extrusions, 2-piece and 3-

piece kirksite die operations. One notable account we had was making the

hoods and deck lids for all of the Chevy NASCAR cars.

Laser programmer/operator

2/2002 - 2/2004 Thermo-Vac, Oxford, MI

Program and operate 3-axis, 2000 watt Mazak laser machine. Products were for

the cold side of coal-fired electrical power plants in the U.S. Cut steel up to .625

inch thick and ceramic up to .25 inch thick. Also cut tungsten, kevlar, rubber, and

other materials for riot gear. Was trained to program and operate 2 CNC Mills

(drill and c-sink programs only). Wrote internal audits for ISO, and performed

ISO internal audits.

Laser Programmer/Operator

8/1998 - 2/2002 PTM Corp., Fair Haven, MI

Programmed and operated two 1000watt, 3-axis Mazak laser machines.

Calculated piece prices and sent quotes to customers for daily orders. Ordered

material from steel suppliers. Communicated with customers and material

suppliers on a daily basis. Was the company’s primary internal auditor for QS-

9000 during two years of conducting audits. Was given responsibility to begin an

ISO-14001 Environmental Program. Was responsible for running FANUC

Robocut Wire EDM machines over night while running lasers.

Education

10/1995 - 2/1996 St. Clair County Community College, Port Huron, Michigan

Some College Coursework Completed

Classes completed: Descriptive Geometry, Fundamentals of Drafting, and Intro.

to AutoCAD. Stopped taking classes when a Drafter I position was offered on

Selfridge Air National Guard Base.

Need to complete 3 more classes at University of Phoenix to receive associates

degree in Entrepreneurial Business.

Skills

Skill Name Skill Level Last Used/Experience

Shift Supervisor Intermediate 2007/2 yrs.

Create 3D models with TEBIS Intermediate current/2 yrs.

Quoting (3-axis laser work) High 2009/2 yrs.

Professionalism High current/15 years

Problem Solving High current/15 years

References

Reference Name Phone/e-mail Company

Rob Wagner 586-556-1767 Steris

Dave Mayle 510-417-5543 Prototech Laser Inc.

Brian Burch 810-278-0403 Modified Technologies

Mike Osterman 810-734-0015 Selective Industries

Terry Burke 586-255-1173 Prototech Laser Inc.