NANCY CRUZ
Streamwood
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
EDM Machinist
Sparx EDM
Streamwood, IL
07.2024 - 11.2025
- Executed programming of Sodick sinkers utilizing G-code for precision fabrication of custom parts.
- Set up tooling and fixtures for various EDM projects, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished components, adhering to strict specifications.
- Started and observed machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusted machine controls and control media.
- Operated multiple EDM machines simultaneously, increasing overall output while maintaining high-quality standards.
CNC MACHINIST
Swiss Automation
Cary, IL
08.2017 - 08.2023
- Set-up and operated CNC lathe machines to produce parts according to customer specifications
- Proficient in reading blueprints, technical drawings, to determine proper setup procedures.
- Identified tooling requirements for each job order, selecting appropriate tools for specific applications.
- Evaluated finished products against customer specifications to ensure compliance with standards.
- Loaded raw materials into CNC machines, monitored cutting process, and ensured quality control of final product.
- Utilized advanced measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, height gages to verify dimensions of parts produced.
- Replaced worn out cutting tools and adjusted their positions as needed throughout the machining process.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding any issues encountered during production runs.
- Trained new employees on the operation of CNC machines and safety protocols.
- Performed routine maintenance on CNC machinery such as lubricating, cleaning guide bushings, chuck toggles, chucks etc.
- Operated/Worked on Citizen M32, M20, M16, L20, K16, A20. Star SR-10, SR-20
CNC Machinist II
Viant
Wheeling, IL
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision parts per specifications.
- Conducted quality inspections using calipers and micrometers to ensure tolerance compliance.
- Optimized production processes, reducing cycle time while maintaining quality standards.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime of equipment.
- Monitored inventory levels of raw materials, ensuring timely replenishment for production runs.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Reduced machine downtime through regular maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment issues.
- Maintained detailed documentation of completed tasks, ensuring accurate record-keeping for future reference or process improvements.
- Maintained excellent production levels by completing regular inspections on equipment.
Education
Streamwood High School
Streamwood, ILSkills
- Blueprints reading
- Multi-axis machining
- Equipment set up
- Precision measurement
- Machine setup
- In-process inspection
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- G-code programming
- Tool selection
- Blueprint interpretation
- Cycle time reduction
- Feed rate optimization
- Precision machining
- First-article inspection
- High-speed machining
- Swiss-style turning
- Electro-discharge machining
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
EDM Machinist
Sparx EDM
07.2024 - 11.2025
CNC Machinist II
Viant
09.2023 - 06.2024
CNC MACHINIST
Swiss Automation
08.2017 - 08.2023
Streamwood High School