Alexander Nestor
Star Granite Interiors
Elberton,GA
1
Language
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Certification
10
years of professional experience
Results-driven Manufacturing Technician with expertise in CNC programming and equipment troubleshooting at Star Granite Interiors. Proven ability to enhance production flow and quality through adaptive problem solving and precision assembly. Committed to safety protocols and continuous improvement, delivering exceptional outcomes in custom stone fabrication.
Work History
Manufacturing Technician
2 Years 3 Months- Operated and programmed stone fabrication equipment, including Bernhardt Löffler 4-table/twin-bridge saws, Baca saw, Intermac 5-axis waterjet, Burkhardt CNCs, Park Titan CNC, and U.S. Motors polishing equipment.
- Created and revised production drawings in AutoCAD and SECAD, building CNC-ready layouts for custom stone work.
- Developed and adjusted Sekon CNC sequences, choosing tooling, speeds, blades, and material-specific settings to improve machining quality and production flow.
- Programmed special CNC features, including recessed outlets and other non-standard fabrication details.
- Completed CNC tooling changes, machine setup updates, and troubleshooting to keep equipment running.
- Performed repairs and maintenance on production equipment, including high-pressure line replacement, waterjet pump repair, and polishing equipment upkeep.
- Carried out hand polishing and detailed finishing to meet quality and customer requirements.
- Handled raw slabs from retrieval through machining, finishing, and final preparation.
- Operated overhead cranes and forklifts daily for safe movement of slabs and materials.
- Supported multiple production areas and worked where needed to keep workflow and output moving.
- Helped move production workflows from AutoCAD to SECAD by developing programming processes and standards for CNC work.
Machine Gun Squadleader
6 Years- Led squad personnel during training, field exercises, and mission execution.
- Trained Marines on weapons handling, tactics, and operational procedures.
- Coordinated daily tasking, accountability, and readiness across assigned personnel.
- Enforced safety standards, discipline, and adherence to mission requirements.
- Supervised equipment inspections, maintenance checks, and operational preparation.
- Assessed personnel performance and corrected deficiencies through hands-on mentoring.
Saw Operator
1 Year- Operated bridge saws to cut granite slabs to precise fabrication specifications.
- Interpreted blueprints and work orders to execute accurate material cuts.
- Measured and marked stone surfaces for consistent, error-free fabrication.
- Inspected finished cuts for quality, alignment, and dimensional accuracy.
- Made programs using autocad for drawings and hagemeyer software for the saw.
Receiving Associate
5 Months- Unloaded incoming shipments and verified merchandise against packing slips.
- Inspected deliveries for damage, shortages, and labeling accuracy.
- Recorded received inventory in warehouse system with precise data entry.
- Organized stock by product type and routed materials to storage locations.
Cart Attendant
1 Year- Retrieved golf carts from parking areas, cleaned interiors, and prepared fleet for daily member use.
- Inspected carts for fuel, battery charge, tire pressure, and general safety before dispatch.
- Directed members and guests to carts, staging areas, and practice facilities with courteous service.
- Maintained cart barn organization, restocked supplies, and supported smooth traffic flow around clubhouse areas.
CNC Machine Operator
3 Years- Operated CNC machinery to cut, shape, and finish granite surfaces to exact specifications.
- Interpreted fabrication drawings and measurements to set up precise machine programs.
- Monitored machine performance and adjusted settings to maintain consistent cut quality.
- Inspected finished stone products for accuracy, surface quality, and dimensional compliance.
- Created drawings and programs using alphacam, stl files, and autocad.
- Operated and made programs for a burkhardt CNC and a parks industries CNC
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Skills
Safety protocols
Good manufacturing practices
Equipment troubleshooting
Precision assembly
Adaptive problem solving
Certification
-Forklift certified
-Crane certified
-Combat life saver certified
-Drone operator BUQ1/BUQ2 certified
Languages
Russian
Elementary
Timeline
Manufacturing Technician
Star Granite Interiors
07.2024 - CurrentRead More
Saw Operator
Star Granite Interiors
05.2022 - 05.2023Read More
Receiving Associate
Renaissance Hardware
12.2021 - 05.2022Read More
Cart Attendant
Achasta Golf Course
11.2020 - 11.2021Read More
Machine Gun Squadleader
Marine Corps Reserves
06.2019 - 06.2025Read More
CNC Machine Operator
Star Granite Interiors
01.2017 - 01.2020Read More
University of North Georgia
Bachelor of Science from Criminal Justice
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