Maxim Semenov - Mathematical Computing Services

MAXIM SEMENOV

MATHEMATICAL COMPUTING & MECHANICAL CALCULATION SERVICES
Post Office Box 2050 • Swarthmore, Pennsylvania

November 22nd, 1945

SITUATION WANTED

Experienced Mathematical Computer
Seeking Position in Research, Engineering, or Business Computing
Available Immediately

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Highly experienced mathematical computer with twenty years of progressive experience in numerical analysis, mechanical calculation, and computational problem-solving. Proven ability to perform complex mathematical operations, operate calculating machinery, and develop efficient computational methods for business and scientific applications.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERTISE

Expert operation of mechanical calculators (Monroe, Marchant, Friden)
Punched card machinery operation (IBM, Remington)
Mathematical table preparation and interpolation
Differential analyzer operation and maintenance
Statistical computation and data analysis
Logarithmic and trigonometric calculations
Business accounting and payroll computations
Engineering calculations for manufacturing

MECHANICAL COMPUTING EQUIPMENT

Equipment Type	Experience
Monroe Calculating Machine	Expert
Marchant Calculator	Expert
Friden Calculator	Advanced
IBM Punched Card Tabulator	Proficient
Comptometer	Expert
Slide Rule (Advanced Models)	Expert

EXPERIENCE SUMMARY

Twenty Years of Professional Computing

Over 200 successful computational projects completed for clients in manufacturing, retail, finance, and government sectors. Experience includes:

Payroll calculations for companies with 500+ employees
Inventory control systems for retail establishments
Engineering calculations for manufacturing processes
Statistical analysis for market research
Actuarial computations for insurance companies
Ballistic calculations (War Department contract work)

SELECTED PROJECT EXAMPLES

Manufacturing Cost Analysis System

Client: Regional Hardware Manufacturer

Developed comprehensive cost accounting system using punched card equipment. Reduced calculation time by 60% while improving accuracy.

Retail Inventory Management

Client: Department Store Chain

Implemented mechanical tabulating system for tracking 5,000+ items across multiple locations. Monthly reconciliation reduced from 2 weeks to 3 days.

Engineering Calculations Support

Client: Aircraft Component Manufacturer

Performed complex stress calculations and material specifications using differential analyzer and mechanical calculators. Supported war production efforts 1942-1945.

POSITION SOUGHT

FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Seeking position as Senior Mathematical Computer, Computing Supervisor, or Calculating Machine Operator with established firm requiring expert computational services.

Ideal Employers:

Large Manufacturing Concerns
Retail Corporations (Macy's, Sears, J.C. Penney)
Insurance Companies
Banking Institutions
Engineering Firms
Government Agencies

Compensation Expected:
Annual Salary: $3,500 - $5,500
(Equivalent to $50,000-75,000 in 1990 dollars)

Location Preference:
Philadelphia Metropolitan Area
Willing to relocate for suitable position

ADDITIONAL CAPABILITIES

Computational Methods Development: Design efficient calculation procedures for complex problems
Staff Training: Instruction in proper calculating machine operation and maintenance
Quality Control: Verification and cross-checking of mathematical results
Documentation: Preparation of detailed calculation records and reports
Equipment Maintenance: Basic repair and adjustment of mechanical calculators

PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES

Accuracy: Consistently achieves 99.9% calculation accuracy through systematic verification procedures
Efficiency: Completed 200+ projects on schedule and within budget constraints
Reliability: Perfect attendance record and consistent output quality
Adaptability: Quick to learn new calculating methods and equipment operation
Discretion: Handled confidential financial and engineering data with utmost professionalism

REFERENCES & CREDENTIALS

Excellent references available from previous employers in manufacturing, retail, and government sectors. Letters of recommendation and samples of computational work provided upon request.

Security Clearance: Held War Department clearance for classified calculation work (1942-1945)

CONTACT INFORMATION

Maxim Antonucci
Post Office Box 2050
Swarthmore, Pennsylvania

Telephone: Swarthmore 5-HIRE
(Available evenings 6-9 PM)

INQUIRIES ANSWERED WITHIN 48 HOURS

"Twenty years of proven computational excellence.
Available immediately for full-time position requiring
expert mathematical computing capabilities."