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Raphaël Formaz

Raphaël Formaz

Machinist - Polymecanics
Martigny-Ville

Summary

Professional machinist with solid experience, ready for this role. Skilled in operating and maintaining CNC and manual machines, interpreting blueprints, and ensuring precision in manufacturing processes. Strong focus on teamwork and flexibility to adapt to changing needs. Reliable with commitment to achieving tangible results and contributing to operational efficiency.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Machinist Apprentice

HES-SO Valais/Wallis
08.2021 - Current
  • Operated band saws, CNC and manual mills, and lathes in machine shop.
  • Fabricated precise parts to detailed specifications and tolerance.
  • Performed quality assessments, measurements and final inspections as assigned by supervisor.
  • Improved machining accuracy by diligently following blueprints, work orders, and sketches.
  • Maintained shop equipment by checking fluid levels and sanding and cleaning parts.
  • Increased team productivity by collaborating with machinists and offering assistance when needed.
  • Inspected parts using calipers, micrometers and height gauges.
  • Collaborated with engineers and other machinists to develop optimal machining processes.
  • Trained and mentored new and existing machinists on proper machining techniques.
  • Aided supervisor in training new apprentices as they joined the team, sharing best practices and machining knowledge.
  • Utilized CAD and CAM software to design tool paths, select cutting tools and set machine parameters.
  • Experience in conducting projects by myself. Including : Designing, CNC programming, machining, assembly and maintenance
  • Knowledge of ISO G-code
  • Experience in TIG welding

Education

CFC - Certificate of Federal Capacities - Polymecanic Apprenticeship - Machinist

EPTM
Sion, Switzerland
04.2001 -

Skills

Mechanical Knowledge

Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

Machine setup

CNC programming

CNC machine operation

Manual machine operating

Machinery cleaning

Parts assembly

Precision measuring instruments

Software

Alphacam

Inventor

Timeline

Machinist Apprentice

HES-SO Valais/Wallis
08.2021 - Current

CFC - Certificate of Federal Capacities - Polymecanic Apprenticeship - Machinist

EPTM
04.2001 -
Raphaël FormazMachinist - Polymecanics