Aerik Sherland
Tustin
Summary
Young, talented professional possessing versatile skills and experience in the range of manufacturing and product design, customer service, team-coordination, and effective management of workspaces, projects, time, and people. Able to effectively govern self and supervise others to perform according to expectations and improve overall company objectives.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist
Element Materials Technology
Huntington Beach, CA
07.2025 - Current
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision parts, ensuring adherence to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline production workflows and improve output quality.
- Monitored machining processes for compliance with quality standards, initiating corrective actions as needed.
Machinist Apprentice
Ideal Carbide Die
Bolingbrook, IL
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Learned set up, operated and ran manual grinding lathe for I.D. department
- Experience holding parts to with 2/10ths precision for features i.e. (concentricity, or perpendicularity)
- Measured and Inspected parts using hand gauging equipment and comparator and advanced 3D blueprints.
- Maintain a professional/clean workspace.
- Worked 11.5 hour day, along with overtime
CNC Machine Operator
Royale Inc.
Calumet, MI
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Set up job per job traveler by loading/editing programs and tool and workpiece offsets on a 3 axis mazak mazatrol mill.
- Troubleshoot any setup or program issues and correct problems to ensure smooth operation.
- Pay attention to tool wear, machine noises, and potential signs of needing replacement or adjustment in setup.
- Perform primary maintenance.
- Inspect parts with a variety of different measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, indicators) to ensure conformance.
- Manage time well so parts can get to other departments for further production on time.
- Operated forklift.
- Process adjust to further efficiency of the machine.
- Supported quality control and inspection processes to promote production of quality products.
- Worked overtime when needed.
CNC Intern
NorthCoast Imagineering and Manufacture
Houghton, MI
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Learned Basics of CNC Machine operation and setup on a 3-axis Bridgeport Mill.
- Developed prior blueprint reading skill into the field of practical application in the production of parts.
- Manually program machine.
- Learned basic G&M coding and cycle programming using dimensions from a solid model in drafting software such as Solidworks and Creo.
- Learned proper deburring and finishing of parts. Part segregation.
- Learned about tool deflection, tool damage, chatter and tool noises while running, and the effect of feeds and speeds on finish, tool wear, and production time.
- Learned the importance of organized and tidy workspaces in the field of machining production efficiency.
- Worked on CAM automatic programming software on several projects.
- Operated CNC lathe on several projects, and learned how to visualize parts and processes rotating on 5 axis's.
Sales Associate
Swift True Value
Houghton, MI
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations including during the 2020 covid period.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging and stocking, facing and restructuring of store shelves.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
Part Time School Bus Driver
Nice Community Schools
Ishpeming, MI
08.2014 - 01.2018
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Obeyed federal, Michigan and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Operated CB radio and bus PA system to make announcements and stay abreast of traffic conditions.
- Supervised students during loading, unloading and on bus.
Motor Coach Driver/Taxi Cab Driver
Checker Cab
Marquette, MI
07.2016 - 08.2017
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Communicated regularly with central dispatch teams to report delays and route changes.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Completed daily reports covering trip details, vehicle maintenance actions, and reportable incidents.
- Operated large vehicles in difficult urban and rural conditions.
- Arrived on time to customer appointments.
- Managed preventive maintenance on vehicle to maintain optimal condition.
Crew Member
Culver's Restaurant
Marquette, MI
09.2013 - 08.2014
- Prepared food following restaurant, health, and safety standards and procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
- Worked in very high pace environment successfully multitasking
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring food stock and dry goods.
Education
Associates in Mechanical Engineering Technology - Engineering Technology
Gogebic Community College
Houghton, MI06-2021
High School Diploma -
Negaunee High School
Negaunee, MI05-2012
Skills
- Precision machining
- Milling machine S/U & operation
- Engineering design
- CAD software proficiency
- Multitasking Abilities
- Safety procedures
- Logistics
- Time management abilities
- Supervisory Skills
- Verbal/written communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Quality control
- CNC operation
- Caliper use
- Grinding machine operation
- Measurement tools
- Gear cutting
- De-burring
- Tapping and milling
- Fixture setup
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Machinist
Element Materials Technology
07.2025 - Current
Machinist Apprentice
Ideal Carbide Die
05.2024 - 10.2024
CNC Machine Operator
Royale Inc.
09.2022 - 01.2024
CNC Intern
NorthCoast Imagineering and Manufacture
10.2021 - 08.2022
Sales Associate
Swift True Value
04.2019 - 06.2021
Motor Coach Driver/Taxi Cab Driver
Checker Cab
07.2016 - 08.2017
Part Time School Bus Driver
Nice Community Schools
08.2014 - 01.2018
Crew Member
Culver's Restaurant
09.2013 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Negaunee High School
Associates in Mechanical Engineering Technology - Engineering Technology
Gogebic Community College
Spanish
A2 level speaker who is weekly improving his Spanish acumen.
Hobbies
Working out at the gym, reading, and language learning.