Patrick Cason
Coushatta
Summary
Hardworking Custodian equipped with expert knowledge of cleaning equipment, products and techniques. Focuses on completing tasks quickly and with high quality standards in mind. Maintains sanitation levels in and around company facilities as set forth by company standards. Meticulous custodian skilled in handling multiple cleaning and repair projects simultaneously. Efficiently cleans, sanitizes, dusts and vacuums rooms and halls, restrooms, offices and other work areas. Possesses familiarity with vacuums, floor polisher and associated cleaning products.
Accurate Job Title offering comprehensive background working with CNC machinery to perform various tasks in manufacturing industry. Ambitious and hardworking individual polished in objectively analyzing problems and developing and evaluating alternatives. Logical and communicative professional proficient in boring head and cutter operations.
Organized professional dedicated to providing first-rate mechanical support. Full command of software and programming languages paired with familiarity of job-related safety measures. Expertise in CNC numerical operations and setup. Committed to maintaining safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machine Operator thearding
Bentler steel
Shreveport
07.2025 - Current
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision metal components.
- Monitored machine performance and adjusted settings for optimal operation.
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications for accurate machining processes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on CNC machines to ensure reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows.
- Inspected finished products for quality and compliance with standards.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Assisted in training new operators on machine functions and safety practices.
- Maintained quality control by inspecting parts for conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
- Achieved safety, quality, and performance standards to meet production schedules.
- Operated multiple CNC machines simultaneously while adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Set up and operated CNC machines to perform repetitive machining operations on a variety of materials according to specifications.
- Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
- Verified settings by measuring positions, first-run parts and sample works with micrometers, calipers or other measuring instruments.
- Set controls to regulate speed, feed and coolant flow.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, adjusted machine controls as necessary during the run cycle.
- Changed out aging tools, fixtures and offsets.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance tasks on CNC machinery.
- Loaded and unloaded machines to prevent expensive equipment issues.
- Loaded raw materials into production equipment according to job orders while maintaining proper inventory levels.
- Performed minor maintenance such as cleaning and lubricating machines.
- Monitored machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
- Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
- Observed company's strict safety rules during each shift to avoid job-related injuries.
- Set-up and operated lathes, mills and grinders to cut raw materials.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece.
- Interfaced with machines to adjust settings or tools, driving high-quality production.
- Worked with supervisor to debug and develop production processes and learn machine set-up skills.
- Maintained production tooling by replacing and grinding worn tools.
- Troubleshot issues related to tooling or programming errors using problem solving techniques.
- Ensured that all components met customer requirements before being packaged for shipment.
- Worked from layout and work order, created programs and set up machines to produce required parts.
- Used devices, templates and fixtures to measure dimensions of finished workpieces for conformance.
- Provided expert coaching and training for new team members.
- Checked accuracy of programs prior to running production runs utilizing simulation software packages.
- Documented actions by completing production and quality logs.
CNC Mill Machinist
Alliance Compressor
Natchitoches
10.2021 - 05.2025
- Identified and replaced broken or worn tools and made tool offsets.
- Prepared and set up machine systems for daily operation and adhered to production goals.
- Started and observed machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusted machine controls or control media.
- Loaded component materials into product-specific tools and followed established documentation for manufacturing.
- Protected team members and boosted performance by operating equipment safely and in accordance with company compliance measures.
- Moved controls to properly position tools and workpieces, set specific feeds and determine cut depths for optimal operations.
- Kept work areas neat and organized by removing unneeded items and disposing of trash, consistently eliminating safety hazards and enhancing productivity.
- Worked closely with highly skilled team of employees, encouraging development of top-notch collaboration and communication skills to promote achievement of group and business goals.
- Operated controls to deliver proper positioning of tools and workpieces, set up feeds and control cut depths.
- Studied instructions, labels, blueprint specifications and materials before beginning projects and operating equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance on CNC machines to ensure optimal performance.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate machining specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows and processes.
- Inspected finished parts for quality compliance using measuring tools and gauges.
- Adjusted machine settings based on material type and thickness for better efficiency.
- Trained new machinists on equipment operation and safety protocols in the workplace.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency practices.
- Trained new employees on proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
- Set up CNC mill machine to perform operations such as drilling, tapping, facing, and cutting.
- Analyzed data from previous jobs to improve efficiency in future runs.
- Verified dimensions of machined components by comparing them to blueprint specifications using precision measuring instruments.
- Operated multiple CNC mills simultaneously while ensuring accuracy and quality control standards were met.
School Custodian
Fairview Elementary
Natchitoches
06.2020 - 10.2021
- Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
- Checked and stocked inventory throughout facility to meet expected demands.
- Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space.
- Maintained building interiors with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
- Operated industrial cleaning equipment to quickly complete custodial tasks.
- Raked leaves, cut and watered grass and picked up garbage to maintain grounds.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Handled and stored hazardous chemicals safely to prevent injury or illness.
- Notified building managers about needed repairs to maintain public safety.
- Stripped, sealed, finished and polished floors to maintain appearance and remove scratches.
- Maintained janitorial equipment and performed minor repairs to extend machine life and avoid malfunctions.
- Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
- Sorted and disposed of trash and recycling materials to keep common areas clean and organized.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
- Organized custodial closets to easily find equipment and supplies.
- Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
- Addressed minor maintenance issues such as clogged toilets and burned out light bulbs, reporting more serious conditions to supervisors for attention from maintenance technicians.
- Assembled basic furniture and supplies.
Round Table
Idaho Timber
Coushatta
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Kept work areas clean, neat and free of safety hazards to maximize efficiency.
- Operated hand and power tools to clear jams, adjust positions and trim rough edges.
- Counted, sorted and stacked finished workpieces.
- Used hand tools to adjust bolts, clamps, stops and guides.
- Lubricated and clean machines with grease guns or solvents.
Line Worker
Petit Jean Poultry
Buffalo
03.2005 - 07.2005
- Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs.
- Inspected and repaired products to meet project expectations.
- Monitored food and water intake for poultry species contained within multiple chicken houses.
- Operated machinery, managed raw material and logged production data.
- Attended training sessions to improve machine operation skills.
- Maintained clean and neat work areas to maximize productivity.
- Worked on feet for as many as 12 hours and moved materials weighing up to 100 pounds.
- Helped maintain efficient flow of supplies and finished products by supporting shipping and receiving departments.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carrollton High School
Carrollton, MOSkills
Mixing cleaning chemicals
- CNC machine operation
- Blueprint interpretation
- Quality control inspection
- Machine maintenance
- Tool replacement
- Production workflow optimization
- Safety compliance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Employee training
- Time management
- Computer skills
- Machine loading
- Work area oversight
- Machine setup
- Coordinate measuring machine
- Issue reporting
- Lathe machine operation
- Raw materials handling
- Manual machining
- Quality inspection
- Hand and power tools
- Blueprint reading
- Thread cutting
- Machine and tool maintenance
CNC machine operation
Tool selection
Problem detection and resolution
Machine maintenance
Machine setup
Decision-Making
Teamwork and Collaboration
Equipment operation
Personal Information
Title: Cnc Machinist
Timeline
CNC Machine Operator thearding
Bentler steel
07.2025 - Current
CNC Mill Machinist
Alliance Compressor
10.2021 - 05.2025
School Custodian
Fairview Elementary
06.2020 - 10.2021
Round Table
Idaho Timber
03.2020 - 05.2020
Line Worker
Petit Jean Poultry
03.2005 - 07.2005
High School Diploma -
Carrollton High School