Gerry Van Cleve
About Gerry Van Cleve
Gerry Van Cleve is a CNC Programmer and Project Manager with expertise in creating CNC programs for Mill Turn, Swiss, and Lathe machines. He has a background in machining and welding, having worked at various companies and studied at multiple technical colleges.
Work at Miller Electric
Gerry Van Cleve has been employed at Miller Electric Mfg. LLC since 2018, serving as a CNC Programmer and Project Manager. In this role, he focuses on creating CNC programs for various machine types, including Mill Turn, Swiss, and Lathes. His responsibilities include supporting the daily operations of the machine shop, ensuring that projects are managed efficiently, and implementing improvements in CNC programming.
Previous Experience in CNC Machining
Before joining Miller Electric, Gerry Van Cleve worked at Arrowhead Systems as a CNC Lead Machinist from 2015 to 2017. In this position, he was responsible for overseeing CNC machining processes and leading a team to ensure operational efficiency. Prior to that, he worked at Quad as a Machinist from 2012 to 2015, where he gained valuable experience in the machining industry.
Education and Expertise
Gerry Van Cleve has a strong educational background in machining and welding. He studied at Moraine Park Technical College, where he achieved a Production Welding certification and a Fabrication Welding Diploma between 2007 and 2009. He also completed a Machine Tool & Die program at the same institution from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, he studied Manufacturing Engineering Technology at Fox Valley Technical College from 2018 to 2020, earning a degree in Manufacturing Engineering.
Focus on Efficiency in CNC Programming
In his current role, Gerry Van Cleve emphasizes efficiency gains and improvements in CNC programming. His expertise in creating CNC programs is aimed at optimizing machine performance and enhancing productivity within the machine shop. This focus on efficiency is a key aspect of his project management responsibilities.