Andrew Blackburn
London,ON
Summary
Versatile Operations Professional and Mechanical Engineering Technician - Industrial Maintenance graduate (August 2026) with 8+ years of hands-on experience in mining, automotive, and manufacturing environments. Proven track record in machine operation, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting heavy machinery under tight production deadlines. Highly adaptable worker committed to maintaining strict workplace safety and driving daily plant efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Surface Utility Operator 3
Agnico Eagle Macassa Gold Mine
01.2023 - 2025
- Operated 30 and 40-ton rock trucks and 644K John Deere loaders to facilitate efficient material transport.
- Oversaw operations as paste plant operator, mixing cement for underground applications using HMI systems.
- Operated skid steers, forklifts, flatbed trucks, and chainsaws to execute various tasks efficiently.
Machine Operator
Georgia Pacific Wood Products
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Operated and supported Jenkins and Steinemann machines for production of quality OSB boards.
- Assisted with warehouse operations including shipping and receiving, utilizing forklifts and skid steers daily.
- Performed quality control checks and data analysis to verify compliance with specifications.
Forklift Operator & Assembler
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Operated forklifts and tow motors on a daily basis.
- Assisted in assembling high-quality vehicles using power tools while adhering to safety and quality protocols.
- Followed diagrams and manifests to support production goals.
Lead Hand, Sanitation Department
Cargill Added Meats
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Supported team in sanitation department to uphold rigorous cleaning standards for meat processing equipment.
- Assisted in maintaining and servicing factory equipment and machinery.
- Collaborated with assembly line teams to achieve production targets and quotas.
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Technician
Fanshawe Collage
2026
Working at Heights - undefined
NORCAT
01.2024
Hoisting & Rigging - undefined
PRO F.A.C.T.S Inc.
01.2024
Mill & Surface Miner Common Core - undefined
Agnico Eagle
01.2024
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Welding & Fabrication
- Hand & Power Tools
- Forklift Operation
- Equipment Inspection
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO)
- Problem Solving
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Surface Utility Operator 3
Agnico Eagle Macassa Gold Mine
01.2023 - 2025
Machine Operator
Georgia Pacific Wood Products
01.2022 - 01.2023
Forklift Operator & Assembler
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada
01.2020 - 01.2022
Lead Hand, Sanitation Department
Cargill Added Meats
01.2017 - 01.2020
Mill & Surface Miner Common Core - undefined
Agnico Eagle
Hoisting & Rigging - undefined
PRO F.A.C.T.S Inc.
Working at Heights - undefined
NORCAT
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering Technician
Fanshawe Collage