Craig Yost
Oakdale,MN
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Mastercam Programmer
Mo-Tech
Oakdale, MN
11.2006 - Current
- Optimize software to streamline processes and improve productivity.
- Collaborate with co-workers to design scalable solutions for complex problems.
- Implement coding standards and best practices to improve software quality and maintainability.
- Mentored junior programmers, providing guidance on coding techniques and project workflows.
- Consistently meet project deadlines by effectively managing priorities and maintaining a strong work ethic.
CNC Milling Machinist
Mo-Tech
Oakdale, MN
11.2004 - Current
- 15+ years experience on set-up and operating Haas, Niigata, Makino, and OKK CNC milling centers cutting graphite and Steel.
- Check programs for accuracy.
- Assist tool makers building molds.
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision components per specifications.
Forest Technician
USDA Forest Service
Manistique, MI
06.2003 - 01.2004
Accumulate tree data on FIA plots; Interpret aerial photos and topographical maps.
Contact private land owners for land access.
Forester Assistant
Itasca County Land Department
Grand Rapids, MN
01.1999 - 01.2001
.
Cruise county timber.
Evaluate timber inventory for district foresters.
Interpret aerial photos.
Work largely unsupervised.
Education
Diploma - Mold Making
Saint Paul College
Saint Paul, MN06-2006
A.A.S Degree, Diploma - Machine Tool Technology
Saint Paul College
St. Paul, MN01-2006
B.S. Degree - Natural Resources Management
University of MN, Crookston
Crookston, MN01-2001
A.A.S Degree - Natural Resources
Itasca Community College
Grand Rapids, MN01-1999
Skills
- Ability to operate manual mills, lathes, CNC milling and turning centers, grinders, measuring tools, and hand tools
- Efficient and proactive worker
- Experienced in Word and Excel
- Fluent in Mastercam
- Programming professional with substantial experience in programming CNC code using Mastercam
- Known for strong collaboration skills and ability to adapt to evolving project requirements
- Expertise in coding, debugging, and optimizing software systems, coupled with commitment to achieving impactful results
Accomplishments
SKILLSUSA
· Placed 1st in SKILLSUSA state competition for precision machining.
· Placed 3rd in SKILLSUSA state competition for blueprint reading.
· Placed 9th in SKILLSUSA national competition for precision machining.
Timeline
Mastercam Programmer
Mo-Tech
11.2006 - Current
CNC Milling Machinist
Mo-Tech
11.2004 - Current
Forest Technician
USDA Forest Service
06.2003 - 01.2004
Forester Assistant
Itasca County Land Department
01.1999 - 01.2001
B.S. Degree - Natural Resources Management
University of MN, Crookston
A.A.S Degree - Natural Resources
Itasca Community College
Diploma - Mold Making
Saint Paul College
A.A.S Degree, Diploma - Machine Tool Technology
Saint Paul College