Matthew D. Tetzlaff
98 Harvest Crescent, Chatham Ontario,Canada
Summary
Production/CNC Manager with extensive expertise in CNC programming and business management, recognized for achieving significant cost reductions and minimizing waste. Proven leadership abilities enhance operational efficiency and elevate production quality, fostering strong sales relationships. Committed to excellence and innovative practices in machining and management.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Production/CNC Manager
Polyboard Design
Blenheim, ON
03.2019 - Current
- Manage all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales
- Train employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Complete order fulfillment, strengthening customer relationships
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and maximize customer satisfaction
- Assisted in the design and development of new robotic systems
- Monitor inventory levels and place new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked
CNC Machinist/ General Machinist Journeyperson
Cortech Machine and Mold
Tilbury, Canada
09.2013 - 03.2019
- Read blueprints and designed products using SurfCam program and by using CAD data, manual data input (G-code, M-code)
- Use of Fanuc and Heidenhein controlled CNC’s, use of lathes, bridge ports, and boring mill machines
- Machining parts and assembling, checking quality of products
- Welding/fabrication; forklift operation
CNC Machinist/ General Machinist Level 3 Apprentice
Tilbury Machine Systems
Tilbury, Canada
11.2016 - 06.2018
- Use of Okuma CNC milling machines, lathe, surface grinding, Bridgeport
- Manual data input (G-code, M-code)
- Machining precision details using blueprints, maintaining high tolerances, and overall quality assurance
- Produced high volume orders
Lead Hand/ Production Line Assembler/ Material Handler
HBPO- The Module Company
Windsor, Canada
06.2007 - 09.2013
- Worked directly with supervisors to maintain programmable logic controller (PLC); ran production line for fast paced supplier company; built front-end modules for Dodge, Chrysler and Volkswagen Minivans
- Maintained quality and attention to detail for final product
- Forklift operator and scanning product; refreshing line stock
Education
Red Seal Certified Machinist Journeyperson -
Ontario College of Trades
08.2019
General Machinist Diploma -
St. Clair College
Windsor, ON06.2018
Industrial Millwright Diploma -
St. Clair College
Windsor, ON06-2009
Skills
- Operations management
- Cost Analysis
- Product management
- Production planning
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Estimating and quoting jobs
- Quality assurance
- Employee Skill Enhancement
- CNC Operations
- Equipment Setup
- Safety processes and procedures
- Machine and tool maintenance
- Proficient in Delegating Responsibilities
- Workflow Optimization
Certification
- Emergency First Aid and CPR/AED Level C, April 2023-2026
- Forklift Operator Certificate, May 2023-2026
- Pleasure Craft Operator, Sept 2021.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Production/CNC Manager
Polyboard Design
03.2019 - Current
CNC Machinist/ General Machinist Level 3 Apprentice
Tilbury Machine Systems
11.2016 - 06.2018
CNC Machinist/ General Machinist Journeyperson
Cortech Machine and Mold
09.2013 - 03.2019
Lead Hand/ Production Line Assembler/ Material Handler
HBPO- The Module Company
06.2007 - 09.2013
Red Seal Certified Machinist Journeyperson -
Ontario College of Trades
General Machinist Diploma -
St. Clair College
Industrial Millwright Diploma -
St. Clair College