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Darrell West

Murfreesboro

Summary

Dynamic and results driven professional with extensive experience in quality assurance and vehicle inspection honed at Nissan. Excelled in precision testing and alignment leveraging skills in CNC operations and precision measuring. Proven track record of enhancing product quality with a knack for meticulous inspection and automotive excellence. Demonstrated leadership in achieving top sales performance, showcasing exceptional communication and analytical skills.

Professional machinist with solid background in CNC operations and keen eye for precision. Skilled in programming, setup, and operation of CNC machines, with focus on efficiency and quality. Strong collaborator, adaptable to changing demands, and dedicated to achieving optimal results. Known for reliability and strong work ethic in team environments.

Overview

48
48
years of professional experience

Work History

CNC Machinist and Programmer

Global Industries
09.2024 - 01.2025

Responsible for the set up and operation of Okuma lathe

  • Ensured consistent high-quality output by conducting thorough inspections using various gauging techniques.
  • Increased production efficiency by closely studying blueprints for accurate machine programming.

PQA Tech

Nissan North America
05.2014 - 10.2023

•Conducted brake tests on finished cars and trucks using a computerized roller system. •Preformed wheel alignment, engine checks, and headlight adjustments prior to final inspection. •Certified trainer in the Three Step Method

Yates Associate

Yates Services
05.2010 - 04.2014

•Inspected parts marked as scrap to determine salvageability and reworked production parts as needed. •Transitioned to PQA, Product Quality Assurance where I was trained in static and dynamic inspection methods.• Subsequently tested finished cars on the test track logging any defects observed during test drives before moving to Brake Test Wheel Alignment.

Sales Associate

Alexander Ford
12.2008 - 04.2010

•Responsible for facilitating customer test drives, presentations, and final sales. •Collaborated with management as necessary, achieving top sales performance 2 consecutive months.

  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.

Sales Associate

Freeland Chevrolet
12.2006 - 11.2008

Engaged in new car sales, establishing client relationships through test drives, presentations, and final sales. Participated in weekly training sessions focused on closing the final sale.

Sales Associate

Hickory Hollow Kia
11.2005 - 12.2006

Worked as a new car sales associate, greeting customers, and managing phone inquiries while selling both new and used cars and trucks.

Tool and Die Maker

Quality Tool and Engineering
05.1977 - 05.2005
  • Lead Tool Maker trained in standard tool
  • room equipment and CNC operations. Quality Tool was a job shop, allowing for diverse work in dies, molds, fixtures as well as custom precision machining and grinding. Collaborated with management on quotes and ensured timely deliveries.
  • Adjusted and ground dies, tools and parts after production to assure quality control and usability.

Education

Apprenticeship - Tool And Die Maker

Bureau of Apprenticeship And Training

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting

MTSU

Skills

  • Precision Measuring Instrument Proficiency Proficient in operation of specialized toolroom grinding equipment, Jig Grinding and surface grinding Knowledgeable in heat treatment of tool steels and carbideBlueprint Reading Trained in Static and Dynamic Inspection Methods Nissan/Infinity Certified Trainer in The Three Step Method Nissan/Infinity
  • Experienced in machine set up, work offsets tool length

Personal Information

Title: Multifaceted

Timeline

CNC Machinist and Programmer

Global Industries
09.2024 - 01.2025

PQA Tech

Nissan North America
05.2014 - 10.2023

Yates Associate

Yates Services
05.2010 - 04.2014

Sales Associate

Alexander Ford
12.2008 - 04.2010

Sales Associate

Freeland Chevrolet
12.2006 - 11.2008

Sales Associate

Hickory Hollow Kia
11.2005 - 12.2006

Tool and Die Maker

Quality Tool and Engineering
05.1977 - 05.2005

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting

MTSU

Apprenticeship - Tool And Die Maker

Bureau of Apprenticeship And Training
Darrell West