Thomas Laflen
Clarksville
Summary
Results-driven tool room lead specializing in tool management and inventory control. Demonstrated success in optimizing workflow and implementing process improvements that enhance operational efficiency. Proven ability to manage resources effectively and drive productivity gains.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Tool Room Lead
Howmet Fastening Sys
01.1995 - 09.2025
- Supervised daily operations in the tool room to ensure efficient workflow.
- Managed inventory of tools and materials, ensuring readiness to meet tooling demands.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for tools to ensure operational readiness.
- Ordered new stock items based on demand from production areas.
- Coordinated communication among Tool Room personnel, Production Managers, Maintenance Personnel, and Purchasing Departments to streamline order and delivery status.
- Implemented tracking procedures for tool room equipment to improve maintenance efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Provided technical support to production personnel regarding selection of appropriate cutting tools for specific applications.
- Participated in regular team meetings with supervisors discussing issues related to productivity and quality control standards.
- Managed budgeting activities related to purchasing new equipment and supplies for use within the Tool Room Department.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery in the Tool Room.
- Analyzed current processes and developed plans for improving efficiency and accuracy within the Tool Room Department.
- Inspected tools on a daily basis to identify any deficiencies or damages that may need repair or replacement.
- Implemented process improvements designed to maximize workflow and reduce waste throughout the Tool Room Department.
- Supervised the ordering, receipt and inventory of tool room supplies.
- Performed minor repairs on various tools, machines, and equipment within the toolroom.
- Compiled monthly reports on tool and material usage to inform inventory management decisions and optimize stock levels.
- Controlled tools inventory and ordered new supplies to meet expected demand, replacing broken, or outdated tooling.
- Kept accurate counts of inventory through weekly and yearly cycle counts.
- Maintained storage lists, files, and logs for effective control of tooling.
- Used micrometer to inspect and measure tools and equipment for defects.
- Ordered parts for machinery maintenance to ensure operational efficiency and supplies to support maintenance team and tooling operations.
- Received, stored and issued items such as material, gauges, and fixtures.
- Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.
- Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
- Ordered equipment parts and repair services during equipment breakdown to avoid further delays.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate machining processes.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts.
- Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
- Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments.
- Operated forklift.
- Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
- Operated manual lathes & Mills.
- Sharpened, replaced and tracked cutting tools to adhere to strict quality control and usage schedules.
- Sustained lockout and tag-out safety protocols by properly using equipment and materials.
- Assembled machined parts into mechanical units using hand tools and power tools.
- Supervised other workers engaged in operating machines and making repairs on machinery.
- Separated scrap waste and related materials for reuse or recycling.
Education
High School Diploma -
Casa Roble High School
Orangevale, CASkills
- Tool management
- Production coordination
- Inventory management
- Technical support
- Team leadership
- Blueprint interpretation
- Process improvement
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
Timeline
Tool Room Lead
Howmet Fastening Sys
01.1995 - 09.2025
High School Diploma -
Casa Roble High School