Lester Mabry has over 30 years of experience as a CNC programmer and machinist. He is skilled in 5-axis simultaneous programming and has experience programming and operating a variety of CNC machines, including Mori Seiki, Mazak, Haas, and Hurco. He is proficient in Esprit CAM software and Solidworks CAD. His background includes roles as a manufacturing manager, lead programmer, and applications specialist.

1. LESTER R. MABRY
10895 Coaster Ln.
Conroe, Tx 77306
e-mail: tmabry9433@hotmail.com
Cell: 936-827-7373
Objective: Applications/Esprit CAD/CAM Programmer/Manager
Key Skills:
• Skilled 5-Axis simultaneous programmer with machinist’s skills and
background.
• Program, tool, Set-up, prove out and deliver finished components
• Lead programmer including all aspects of machining a part, design review for
manufacturing, set-up and set-up sheets, tooling selection, and part path
generation.
• Train operators to utilize machines for best productivity utilizing tooling
selections.
• Skilled machinist with solid understanding of machine accuracy.
Type of machines that I have operated and programmed are, Mori NT-5400, Integrex E-
650, E-500, E-410, E-1060, Nigata HMC, Fadal VMC, Hurco VMC, Haas VMC, HMC,
Deckal Maho DMC 125P Duoblock and, Mazak lathes, and other types of mills and
lathes over the years. Materials that I have worked with are A-286, Inconel alloy 718,
Inconel alloy 625, Monel alloy K-500, Titanium 6AL4V, Alloy steels, 304, 316, 440,
404, 17-4, and others.
Work Experience
Sivco Machining, Houston, TX. 10-05-14
Manufacturing Manager
• Manage all aspects of manufacturing and schedule development.
• Choose, purchase, and maintain all tooling for best machine cycle time.
• Perform all lathe and HBM programming using Esprit Cam software.
• Develop machine process to reduce cycle times.
• Model all customer parts in Solidworks to be imported into Esprit for programming.
• Manage 8 employees.
• Manage QA.
• Work orders, Travelers.
• Provide training for new operators and occasionally operate machines when necessary.

2. Ranger Machining, Houston, TX. 11-01-2012 – 10-01-2014
Manufacturing Manager
• Provide leadership and strategic planning for improvement initiatives.
• Manage all aspects of manufacturing and schedule development.
• Manage day to day operations and develop and maintain production schedules.
• Responsible for all CAM related activities using Esprit Cam software.
• Model all customer parts in Solidworks to be imported into Esprit for programming.
• Performed all 4 & 5 axis programming with Esprit (Deckal Maho DMC 125P Duoblock).
• Assist and approve all requests for quote from customer.
• Choose, purchase, and maintain all tooling for best machine cycle time.
• Develop machine process to reduce cycle times.
• Manage 17 employees and 9 machine tools.
• Work orders, Travelers.
Enventure Global Technologies, Katy, TX. 4-1-2011 – 12-01-2012
Sr. CNC applications specialist
• I performed all manufacturing planning and programming with Esprit for all CNC
operations.
• Provided a complete work instruction for the creation, secure storage &
cataloging of proven programs, an organized tool crib and an increase in tooling
knowledge for more efficient speeds and feeds
• Performed all modeling tasks in Solidworks.
• Performed all 5 axis programming with Esprit (gears, cones).
• Determined all required tooling and managed the tooling budget for the
department.
• Developed and implemented all required hardware and software required for 5
axis milling capabilities.

3. • Performed 5 axis programming for Mazak Integrex E-650 & Integrex 400-IV.
Rothe Enterprises Webster, TX. 9-28-2010 - 3-30-2011
Lead CNC Programmer
● This includes Haas mill turn centers, Haas vertical mills, Haas horizontal mills and
simultaneous 5 axis milling operations for a Deckel Maho DMU120
● Also provide a complete work instruction for the creation, secure storage &
cataloging of proven programs, an organized tool crib and an increase in tooling
knowledge for more efficient speeds and feeds.
● With every program I work with the machinist to insure that they understand
the setup and machining process and have the correct tooling and fixtures. Also
provided is a setup sheet and tooling package.
● Observe the machining process and if necessary make adjustments for efficiency
and tool life.
● I understand tooling and insert grades. I understand feeds and speeds and can make
these calculations.
●Make tooling choices and order tools.
●I also model the solid models that I program with Solid Works unless provided
by customer.
●Machine complex components for NASA, Raytheon, Siemens, Seacon, Halliburton,
NOV, and others.
Ameri-Forge Corp. Houston, TX 3-12-2007 to 8-21-2010
Applications/ATC-CNC 5-Axis Programmer
• Program and setup first part and deliver complete process to manufacturing
production areas.
• Train personnel how to properly operate machine tools and understand
tooling and programs.
• Constantly improve and maximize machine process efficiencies
aimed at reducing cost and delivery times.
• Generate Setup Sheets.

4. • Analyze drawings, sketches and design data of parts to
determine dimension and configuration of proper cuts
• Selection of cutting tools and machine speeds.
• Purchase all cutting tools and equipment that are used for all
machining processes.
• Developed and proven completed machining processes for successfully
Performing part-in and part-out applications of gas turbine components
for example, A2G, A3G buckets and 7FA, 9FA combustor covers. These
applications were machined in Mori Seiki NT-5400, NT-3100,
NT-3150. The Covers were machined part-in part-out complete
in the Mazak E-500, and Mori Seiki NT-5400.
• Programmed, machined and developed process for Krohne meter body on
Mori Seiki NT-5400 also performed successfully as part-in part-out
complete minimizing operator involvement.
• Programmed, machined and developed process for GE EVO Compressor
Wheel on the Mori Seiki NT-5400.
• Developed work holding for machining of Buckets.
• Also run/operate Mori Seiki NT-5400, NT-3100, NT-3150, Mazak E-1060V,
E-500 and other machines.
• Program with Esprit Cad/Cam Software
• Program for three Mori Seiki NT-5400 Mill/Turn, one Mazak E-500
Mill/Turn, one Mazak E1060V.
• Program Parts 5 axis Simultaneous
• Manufacture products for Aerospace, Transportation, and Oil Industry
and Power Generation, Turbine Blades, Krohne and Elster Meter Bodies.
• Teach new operators how to efficiently and safely operate the
Machines.
• Model with Solid Works Cad Software
• Experienced with GE Fanuc controls, 15,18, 31 with and without PC Man
Machine interface. Also experienced with Mazak Mazatrol Fusion
640M Pro Control
• Use QAD Material Resource Planning system.
• Highly motivated and do whatever it takes to get the job done.
Baker Oil Tools Houston, TX 2-28-2004 – 2-13-2007
NC Programmer
• Manufacture oil field tools. Hook Hanger System, Formation
Junction Systems (multilateral junctions) etc.
• Have programmed and operating Mills, Turn Integrex E-650
With Mazatrol Fusion. 640M Pro Control Mill is 5 Axis.
• Programmed with Esprit Cam Software and Modeling with Solid Works.
• Programmed and operated an Integrex E-650H with Mazatrol Fusion

5. 640M Pro Control.
• Attended Mazak Programming Training.
• Materials used: Standard oil field material, Inconel 4140 etc.
• Have also completed Solid Works Training Classes and modeled
all parts programmed.
Rigaku/MSC The Woodlands, TX. 3-21-1993 – 2-28-2004
CAD/CAM Programmer/Machinist/R&D
• Manufactured Single Crystal X-Ray Diffraction machines,
Cryogenics. And all components.
• 8 years experience using Edge Cam.
• Programmed the Fadal VMC-4020, Fadal VMC-20, Tree Mill, Dyna Path
10 controls and the Okuma Lathe 5020 in IGF. Also setup and
Operate the Fadal VMC-4020.
• In a multitasking effort, set up and run manual lathes and
Mills.
• Analyzed drawings, sketches and design data of parts to
Determine dimension and configuration of cuts, selection of
Cutting tools and machine speeds.
• Design and manufacture all jigs and fixtures. Also order and
Maintain tooling and holders.
• Have an applied knowledge of machine shop processes, part
Specifications and machine capabilities.
• Programming software used is PathTrace Edgecam
CAD/CAM. Program with 3D solid model and 2D drawings, also
Program and run 4axis milling and surfacing.
• Materials familiar with are S/S, Hastaloy, Inconel, Copper,
Aluminum, Brass, Carbon Steel and others.
• In a combined effort with management, made final decision to
Purchase both Fadal VMC's and PathTrace CAD/CAM package.
• Wrote instruction sheets and cutter lists to guide setup and
Operation of machine.
• Successfully handled over 2000 CNC programs and drawings.
• Structured and maintained CNC programs.
• Revised program to eliminate instruction errors and
omissions.
• Observed operation of machine on trial run after changes.
• Classes: Path Trace, Multilane Milling, Surface Design,
Surface milling, Parasolids, and Post Processors.
Eagle Machine Works Houston, TX. 1-10-1990 to 3-21-1993

6. Machinist
• Operated large engine lathe and series 2 Bridgeport mill in
A job shop environment.
• Product: Oilfield tools.
• Work done: Pack bore, deep hole ID work, IF and API tool
Joint, etc.
• Material: Standard oilfield type.
Drill Quip Houston, TX. 3-20-1988 to 1-10-1990
NC Operator/Manual Machinist
• Setup and run Mori Seiki SL60, SL80, with Fanuc 6T control. Large
Engine lathes.
• Manufactured oilfield tools and Components.
AVA International Houston, TX. 1-25-1984 to 3-20-1988
CNC Programmer/Operator/Machinist
• Program, setup and ran Mori Seiki with Fanuc 6T and 11T,
Engine lathe and manual mill.
• Manufactured oilfield tools and Components .
Education
DeQuincy High DeQuincy, La.
Parks College Cahokia ILL.
A&P
Esprit Training (Esprit Cam Center)
Solid Works Training Classes
Mazak Programming Training Classes
Autodesk Training Classes
AutoCAD Basic
Veteran USAF
References:
On request.

7. Education
DeQuincy High DeQuincy, La.
Parks College Cahokia ILL.
A&P
Esprit Training (Esprit Cam Center)
Solid Works Training Classes
Mazak Programming Training Classes
Autodesk Training Classes
AutoCAD Basic