Brandon Towler
Bluefield,VA
Summary
Motivated and safety-conscious Electrical Engineering graduate with a strong foundation in power distribution, control systems, and electrical troubleshooting, combined with hands-on experience in manufacturing environments. Proven ability to operate and maintain CNC machines, perform precision fabrication, and interpret complex technical schematics. Experienced in working with high-voltage equipment, electrical safety protocols, and mechanical systems in shop and industrial settings. Skilled at bridging theoretical knowledge with real-world applications, seeking to bring a versatile skill set and reliable work ethic to a Station Electrician position.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Engineer
PBE Axell
06.2024 - Current
- Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing operations.
- Improved manufacturing efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing lean methodologies.
- Reduced production downtime through proactive maintenance scheduling and timely equipment repairs.
- Increased capacity utilization by identifying bottlenecks within the production process and implementing targeted improvements.
Machinist
Alpha Metallurgical Resources
07.2021 - 06.2024
- Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Closely monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Program CNC lathe and mill to produce product specific to blueprint requirements.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
Welder
UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING COMPANY
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Displayed leadership skills through training new employee to assemble product
- Effectively maintained pace to send parts to the production line.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
WELDER
KOMATSU MINING CORP
12.2017 - 03.2020
- Fabricated quality mining equipment to meet the specifications for company customers
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
Welder
UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING
03.2016 - 12.2017
- Trained new employees through effective communication and cooperative working to assemble product
- Manufactured tractor trailer parts while maintaining safety protocols.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
Machine Operator/ Shift Lead
Industrial Plating And Machine
08.2012 - 03.2016
- INDUSTRIAL PLATING AND MACHINE
- Mentored, and trained fellow employees to guarantee successful work performance and productivity
- Operated a mill, lathe, and belt sander to produce heavy equipment.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Engineering
New River Community College
05.2024
High School Diploma -
MOUNT VIEW HIGH SCHOOL
05.2012
McDowell County Career And Technical Center
05.2012
Skills
- CNC Machine Operation
- Stainless Steel Metal Welding
- Vertical Welding
- Custom Fabrication
- Power Distribution
- Circuit Testing
- Wire Stripping
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Schematic reading
- Electrical Safety
- Electrical experience
- Electrical troubleshooting
Timeline
Manufacturing Engineer
PBE Axell
06.2024 - Current
Machinist
Alpha Metallurgical Resources
07.2021 - 06.2024
Welder
UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING COMPANY
10.2020 - 07.2021
WELDER
KOMATSU MINING CORP
12.2017 - 03.2020
Welder
UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURING
03.2016 - 12.2017
Machine Operator/ Shift Lead
Industrial Plating And Machine
08.2012 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
MOUNT VIEW HIGH SCHOOL
McDowell County Career And Technical Center
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Engineering
New River Community College
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