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Gihan Mello

Gihan Mello

Marawila

Summary

With 19 years of experience in machine shops and tools and molds making, I bring extensive knowledge and expertise to any machine shop environment. Highly skilled in operating various types of machining operations, both manual and CNC, I am well-equipped to handle any task. Proficient in processing drawings and 3D designs, as well as programming using software like Solidworks, Autocad, Fusion, Inventor, Visi, Powermill, Mastercam, My capabilities are further enhanced. My extensive experience and technical skills make me an invaluable asset in the machine shop industry.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

CAD CAM Operator and Programmer, Designer

Sunco Engineering Pvt Ltd
09.2023 - Current
  • Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
  • Design house hold electrical items, Wire extruder parts and manufacturing plants, Injection moulds and Sheet metal Dies.
  • Operating CNC Milling,Lathes, EDM Machines to make moulds, dies and parts for production and keep records of Inspection

CAD CAM CNC Programmer and Designer

Rex Industries Pvt Ltd
12.2021 - 08.2023

1. Creating 3D models using Solidworks,NX and Visi and Blue prints with Autocad for Production and manufactioring


2.Programming CNC controllers Using CAM softwares (Powermill2024, Mastercam ,Solid CAM, Autodesk Fushion 360)


3. Manual G code programming and setup Hass VF2,Hass VF5, Hass VF6, Hass ST20Turnmill, Fanuc and Siemens and Turnmills, Hartford VMC Machines , SYIC Wire EDM


4. Calliberating,Reslolve And Reserch-Developments for High quality standard production to Achive the ISO 9001 standard


5. Work planning and Keep records using Google Sheets and Excel worksheets.


6. Inspection and Quality maintaining is a regular task and communicate with team members

Machinist, Mould maker

International precesion moulds and Tools pvt ltd
01.2012 - 01.2021
  • Joined as a CNC Machinist and Mould and Tool Maker and Operating and programme DECKEL FP4, Bostomatic,Fanuc Robodrill, Aggi Charmiles Micron HSM 800 at Milling section. Precision Grinding works at Grinding Shop and Moulds Assembling
  • I was working there as operating and programming of machining centers and Mould assembling
  • The jobs are we were making high precision moulds and tools for Europeans countries (Volvo, Bespack, Sourin etc
  • COMDEV space parts manufactured with Fixtures and jigs.
  • Designing with NX, Visi and Auto CAD/ Programming with Powermill2020, Visi & NX
  • I was responsible for programming and machining with CNC Millings (Gcodes/ L codes), Wirecut and EDM Machines which are High accurate Mould parts and Grinding jobs were done occasionally. Laser Engraving and mould polishing jobs practiced regularly.
  • We got many kinds of ISDN materials which are Heat treat to 50-60 HRC value and process for Moulds and tools
  • Involved with work planning and team working for match the deadlines to deliver the jobs. Good house keeping practiced there to meet the ISO 9001.2015 standards.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions which were up to microns of tolerences. Inspection was a main duty was done with Digital height Gauges(Mitutoyo), Micro meters, Block gauges, Microscoping(Mitutoyo), CMM , Dial Gages and Touch probes(Rainshaw, Heidenhein)
  • Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures. Maintaining machines, Adjust parameters and calibrate machining centers regularly.
  • Maximized machine uptime by efficiently scheduling jobs based on priority level and resource availability.

Machinist, CAD CAM CNC Programmer

B2 Engineering pvt ltd
01.2007 - 01.2012
  • Joined as a Machinist and Die and Tool maker at B2 Engineering Pvt Ltd for 4.5 years. I was able to use my design skill with Solidworks, Autocad and Mastercam to make moulds and tools.
  • I was Measuring Samples and designing Varies parts, injection moulds and press tools with software's and programming and operating machining centers
  • Preparing engineering drawings and planning processes for high quality and precision products to Achieve deadlines
  • Also have experience with Lathes, Milling machines, CNC lathes Machining centers and grinding machines
  • Designing with Solidworks and Auto CAD/Programming with Mastercam and Powermill
  • I was responsible for Assembling and quality of Injection Moulds and tools of this German owned BOI Company which had FANUC, SIEMANS and SEIKI VMC and Turn mills
  • Grinding shop was well equipped and Surface cylindrical Grinding jobs were daily routings
  • Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.

Trainee Machinist

A & J Engineering pvt ltd
01.2003 - 01.2006
  • Joined as a Trainee and Worked as a Lathe machine operator and a Machinist at A & J Engineering pvt ltd for 2yrs
  • Working related to vehicles parts making and repairs
  • Kyoto wheels machining
  • Making Rubber Moulds, Horizontal Boaring of Marine Engine Blocks
  • There is all Hand on Expirience with Manual Machining

Education

IELTS-General

British Council Sri Lanka
Colombo, Sri Lanka
12.2019

NVQ Level 04, Machinist

National Apprentice And Industrial Training Author
Colombo, Sri Lanka
2019

AutoCAD Advanced Design And Drafting

IDM Computer Studies Pvt Ltd
Negombo, Sri Lanka
2008

CNC Turning And Programing Technology

Ceylon German Technical Training Institute
Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
2006

Advanced Diploma in Computer Studies

Digitech Computer Systems,
Negombo, Sri Lanka
2004

Hydraulics And Pneumatic Technology

Ceylon German Technical Training Institute
Moratuwa, Sri Lanka
2004

Advanced Level Examination - Mathematics

Joseph Vaz College, Wennappuwa
Wennappuwa, Sri Lanka
2002

Ordinary Level Examination -

Joseph Vaz College, Wennappuwa
Wennappuwa, Sri Lanka
1999

Skills

  • Machining manual operations(Turning/Mill/Grind)
  • Machining CNC operations(3Axis/4Axis/5Axis)
  • Sparking, Wire EDM
  • Programming G codes & L codes
  • CAM programming( Mastercam/ Powermill/Inventor/ Solid Cam)
  • Solidworks, NX, Visi 3D modelling
  • Mould and tool Designing
  • Auto cad Mechanical and Civil Drawings
  • Heavy Vehicle driving license
  • Forklift Operation
  • Quality Inspection
  • Product Assembly
  • Measuring Tools(CMM,Touch probes)

Accomplishments

  • Served as Lead Programmer on Mastercam and Have been instructing since 2006
  • Big 5 Global Construction exhibition 2023 able to visit at World trade center in Dubai
  • First Servo powered CNC routers assemble and sold in the Country at Servobot Automation on Part time
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Driverlicense

B338991 Heavy Vechicle

Personal Information

  • Title: CNC CAD CAM Programmer & Machinist
  • Gamage Don Gihan Dhanushka Mello
  • Date of Birth: 07/30/1982
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Sri Lankan

Extracurricular Activities

Freelancing as a Designer and Programmer since 2019, Gihan Engineering, Negombo.

Trainer of Powermill2024 on Youtube 

Grabcad profile to share my work

Attend 2023- Big 5 Global construction Exibition at Word trade center, Dubai

Timeline

CAD CAM Operator and Programmer, Designer

Sunco Engineering Pvt Ltd
09.2023 - Current

CAD CAM CNC Programmer and Designer

Rex Industries Pvt Ltd
12.2021 - 08.2023

Machinist, Mould maker

International precesion moulds and Tools pvt ltd
01.2012 - 01.2021

Machinist, CAD CAM CNC Programmer

B2 Engineering pvt ltd
01.2007 - 01.2012

Trainee Machinist

A & J Engineering pvt ltd
01.2003 - 01.2006

IELTS-General

British Council Sri Lanka

NVQ Level 04, Machinist

National Apprentice And Industrial Training Author

AutoCAD Advanced Design And Drafting

IDM Computer Studies Pvt Ltd

CNC Turning And Programing Technology

Ceylon German Technical Training Institute

Advanced Diploma in Computer Studies

Digitech Computer Systems,

Hydraulics And Pneumatic Technology

Ceylon German Technical Training Institute

Advanced Level Examination - Mathematics

Joseph Vaz College, Wennappuwa

Ordinary Level Examination -

Joseph Vaz College, Wennappuwa
Gihan Mello