Attilio Guarnaccia
BELVIDERE,IL
Summary
Highly skilled manufacturing professional with extensive experience in machining, production planning, and full-cycle operational management. Possesses strong technical expertise in CNC machining and hydromate equipment, complemented by a proven track record in leadership, team supervision, workflow optimization, and production efficiency enhancement. Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Work CNC, Power Mill, and Afidia for technical and administrative tasks. Recognized for exceptional troubleshooting abilities and a hands-on approach that fosters effective collaboration across production environments to achieve organizational objectives while prioritizing safety and equipment handling.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Process Planner
Advance Machining and Engineering
Rockford, IL
05.2025 - Current
- Plan, direct, and coordinate manufacturing processes, continuously improving methods using expertise in product design, materials, fabrication, tooling, equipment capabilities, and quality standards.
- Collaborate with design, engineering, and tooling teams to ensure efficient production methods and support manufacturability.
- Estimate production times, labor needs, and costs to guide management decisions and support accurate planning.
- Prepare job process routings, generate machining quotations, and analyze material and labor requirements using computer-based tools.
- Communicate with customers and internal teams—machinists, inspectors, engineers, sales, and quality—to resolve defective material issues, including writing ARs and initiating corrective actions.
Production Planner
John Crane-Smith Group
Crystal Lake, IL
09.2019 - 05.2025
- Plan, schedule, coordinate, and monitor production flow through the complete production cycle.
- Provide timely manufacturing work orders to achieve financial goals and meet customer delivery deadlines.
- Manage inventory, request backstock when cycle counts are low, and ensure quality control of parts.
- Manage and supervise part inspections prior to packaging/shipping.
- Provide shift coverage for Shipping and Receiving dock, handling scanning, sorting, receiving, pulling, packing, and loading shipments.
- Train employees in lapping, carbon, and machines on shop floor.
- Troubleshoot production issues to ensure quality standards are met.
- Implement process improvements and review production procedures for efficiency.
- Collaborate with engineering, quality teams, supervisors, and machinists to ensure production goals align with customer timelines.
- Communicate with customers and upper management to maintain high satisfaction levels.
Machinist I – Tier II
John Crane-Smith Group
Crystal Lake, IL
10.2015 - 09.2019
- Operated and machined parts; inspected parts with micrometers, calipers, and height gauges.
- Lapped parts to dimensions and operated hydromate machines.
- Set up tooling for hydromate machines and operated CNC machinery.
Owner
AFG Remodeling
Belvidere, IL
09.2014 - 10.2015
- Completed various handyman and remodeling projects, including bathroom and basement renovations, and flooring installations.
Stay-at-Home Parent
08.2005 - 10.2015
- Transitioned to Green Card status in January 2015, allowing reentry into the workforce.
CNC Machinist
Redoe Mold
LaSalle, Ontario
01.2004 - 06.2005
- Operated and programmed CNC machines using Fanuc controls, Power Mill, and Afidia.
- Interpreted and worked from technical drawings.
CNC Machinist
Aalbers Tool and Mold
Old Castle, Ontario
09.1998 - 08.2003
- Operated and programmed CNC machines, including horizontal and vertical mills.
- Utilized Work CNC software for programming.
- Created and read working drawings.
Cabinet Maker
Classic Woodwork
McGregor, Ontario
08.1994 - 12.1997
- Created custom-designed cabinets from technical drawings and completed installations.
Education
Molding Youth for Industry Certification -
Human Resource Development of Canada
01.1999
Casino Training - undefined
St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology
Windsor, Ontario01.1996
Furniture Technician Certification - undefined
St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology
Windsor, Ontario01.1994
Ontario Secondary School Diploma - undefined
Holy Names High School
Windsor, Ontario01.1992
Skills
- Strong knowledge of millwork and construction principles
- Experience with metals and a variety of tool and mold machinery
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, Work CNC, Power Mill, Afidia, and AutoCAD Release 12
- Logistics management
Languages
French
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Full Professional
Timeline
Process Planner
Advance Machining and Engineering
05.2025 - Current
Production Planner
John Crane-Smith Group
09.2019 - 05.2025
Machinist I – Tier II
John Crane-Smith Group
10.2015 - 09.2019
Owner
AFG Remodeling
09.2014 - 10.2015
Stay-at-Home Parent
08.2005 - 10.2015
CNC Machinist
Redoe Mold
01.2004 - 06.2005
CNC Machinist
Aalbers Tool and Mold
09.1998 - 08.2003
Cabinet Maker
Classic Woodwork
08.1994 - 12.1997
Casino Training - undefined
St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology
Furniture Technician Certification - undefined
St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology
Ontario Secondary School Diploma - undefined
Holy Names High School
Molding Youth for Industry Certification -
Human Resource Development of Canada