Isaac Gifford has 8 years of experience as a CNC operator, machinist, and programmer. He currently works as a security consultant where he bypasses security on locked devices and performs repairs and customizations. Previously he has worked as a CNC operator machining various metals and troubleshooting equipment issues. He is proficient in programming, prototyping, research and development, and leading production runs. He is seeking full-time employment utilizing his skills and experience.

1. ISAAC GIFFORD- MACHINIST
1016 Midland Blvd Nampa, Idaho | 83651 | 208-996-5831
3litew1reles5@att.net/activityofinterest@gmail.com
PROFESIONAL PROFILE
I am a hard-working and dependable CNC operator/machinist/programmer with 8 years experience. I have
outstanding problem-solving skills focused on driving continuous improvement through innovative ideas and
methods. I am able to organize, plan, execute efficiently and lead others to do the same. I am proficient in research
& development, prototype,reverse engineering, one-off and production runs. I am seeking full-time employment.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Security Consultant | Elite Wireless | Nampa, Idaho | 2014-current
Achievements:
-Developed goals for the company like developing ways to repair IMEI numbers on blacklisted devices
-Bypassed Apple Icloud on IOS 7 in 3 hours
-Cracked the new Iphone 6 in an hour
-Modified an apk file to allow for unlimited free wifi tether using mobile broadband
Responsibilities:
-Bypassing security on locked devices
-General troubleshooting and repairs
-Flashing customroms and recoveries to Android phones and tablets
-Unlocking, rooting, jailbreaking, malware investigation
CNC Operator | Cutting Edge Manufacturing| Nampa, Idaho | 2014
Achievements:
- Gained experience cutting brass,stainless steel, aluminum, copper
- Flawlessly cut a $1200 stainless steelpart with a tolerance of +.001/-.000 but I had to compensate for a .001 thick
layer of electroplate
-Self-taught to manually modify Fadal programs into Hass programs from the machine controller
-Operated a small CNC lathe and a couple manual lathes to make firing pins
-Gained deeper understanding of G&M code and how subtle modifications to the code changed the quality of
finished parts. Modifications included adjusting speeds and feeds to shorten run-time or to put less stress on delicate
tools.
-Implemented better documentation to reduce errors in my work area and catch mistakes made by my superiors
Responsibilities:
-Machine components for industrial lasers
-Operated 2 Fadal mills and a large Haas VMC in different stages of the cutting process simultaneously
-Specialized in making small parts (150+ features) for long production runs
-Maintained coolant levels in 6 mills, changing out the water in the debur bins
-CNC/Manual setup-tramming of vices (soft jaw, hard jaw), fixturing, tooling, general maintenance
-Down-tool replacement, repair of broken and damaged equipment
-Ensured cutters to be correct type, size, shape,and condition for the job being performed
-Operated a small CNC lathe and a couple manual lathes to make firing pins
-Read blueprints and measuring devices for precision and accuracy
-Used calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, height gages,precision dowel pins, depth micrometers, manual CMM
to check parts during the machining process

2. -Completed quality inspection reports at each new operation
CNC Operator | Datum Machining, LLC| Boise, Idaho | 2013
Achievements:
-Configured and calibrated a Tesa-hite 400 CMM for the purpose of training other individuals
-Entrusted to run all machines without supervision after first day on the job
-First-time production run with only 2% non-conformance including setup parts
-Cut trigger assemblies for fully-automatic 4-barreled shotguns
Responsibilities:
-CNC/Manual setup-including tramming of vices (soft jaw, hard jaw), fixturing, tooling, general maintenance
-Down-tool replacement, repair of broken and damaged equipment
-Ensured cutters to be correct type, size, shape,and condition for the job being performed
-Machined Aluminum, Steel, Stainless, exotic
-Operated a Fadal vertical machining center and became familiar with its controller
-Read blueprints and measuring devices for precision and accuracy
-Used calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, height gages,precision dowel pins, depth micrometers, manual CMM
to check parts during the machining process
Industrial Pipe-Fitter/ Apprentice | Mountain State Contracting | Summer 2013,2014
Achievements:
-Extinguished an electrical fire that started in an area inaccessible to others
-Removal and installation of 4 Industrial Freeze Tunnels for S.S.I. food processing plant
-Sealed leaking anhydrous-ammonia lines
-Operated largegrade-all in closequarters to provideaccess for down hydraulic/water lines to be repaired
-Was invited back the next summer to install 2 moreFreeze-Tunnels
Responsibilities:
-Mock setup of valve assemblies and cut/threaded lengths ofstainless pipe for new hydraulic lines
-Removed/salvaged old stainless fittings for repurposing or modifying existing hydraulic systems
-Set up welders and relocated equipment for my mentor
-Located leaks and faulty equipment throughout the facility
-Worked efficiently while providing service to a still running facility, adhering to food-safety regulations
CNC Operator/ Machinist Apprentice | Specialty Plastics and Fabrication | 2010-2013,2005-2008
Achievements:
-Experience with plastics such as Teflon, PVDF, HDPE, PVE, Polycarbonate, Polypropylene, Acrylic
-Implemented operational improvements to enhance quality, improve production times, reduce cost
-Saved company time and money, reduced down time with ability to get things done right the first time with
continuous upkeep of machines and instruments
-Worked supervised or unsupervised,successfully ran machine shop independently on several occasions
-Coordinated with front office, the Team-Engineer, fabricators and shippingto keep accuratedocumentation of
the cutting process in order to achieve ISO-9000 Certification
-Builtfixture plateto mount 3rd axis in Haas VMC
-Modified programs to cut run time in half
Responsibilities:
-CNC/ manual setup and programming using Gibbs CAM and Alpha CAM software on Multi CAM router tables,
HAAS V.M.C. and manual milling centers

3. -Down-tool repair of broken and damaged equipment
-Ensured cutters to be correct type, size, shape,in good condition for the job being performed
-Knowledgeable of PC-DMIS software for manual CMM
-Read blueprints and measuring devices for precision and accuracy
-Set machine coordinates per conventionalmachine documents or CNC documents,including cutter
offset/compensations,toolheights,using controller keyboard, digital readout, height blocks, and shims, as required
during machining process,end of programs