Brian Marks

Machinist, Welder, Quality Control

T&J Machining,LLC

Nashville, TN

09.2011 - 09.2024

Aligned components for assembly according to blueprint specifications using measuring instruments such as calipers or dial indicators.
Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery.
Assembled machined parts into mechanical units using hand tools and power tools.
Kept accurate records regarding production numbers and any repairs performed on machinery.
Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
Measured, marked and scribed dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as guides for subsequent machining.
Drilled holes in parts using drill presses.
Monitored production output levels and made adjustments as necessary to maintain production goals.
Troubleshot issues with machines and made necessary repairs or adjustments.
Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates and protractors.
Maintained quality and safety standards; kept records of maintenance and repair work.
Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
Supervised other workers engaged in operating machines and making repairs on machinery.
Troubleshot and repaired machines to increase productivity and decrease spending.
Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.
Dismantled and inspected components to complete necessary adjustments and repairs.
Incorporated new preventive and corrective maintenance processes to increase equipment lifespan.
Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
Selected appropriate speeds and feeds according to metal type and finish specifications.
Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.
Constructed appropriate offset corrections for tool wear, broken tools, and casting variations.
Sustained lockout and tag-out safety protocols by properly using equipment and materials.
Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process to report problems and required repairs.
Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines and tap burners to safely produce projects.
Gauged and maintained tolerances on grinding diameters, depths, squareness and parallelism.
Trained, directed and instructed apprentices and helpers to increase production levels and meet established goals.
Measured, marked and indicated dimensions and reference points on materials.
Maintained logs, lists and files and promptly completed necessary paperwork.
Followed written instructions to set up and operate manual equipment and computer-controlled production machines.
Sharpened, replaced and tracked cutting tools to adhere to strict quality control and usage schedules.
Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
Set up, adjusted and operated basic or specialized machine tools to perform precision machining operations.
Separated scrap waste and related materials for reuse or recycling.
Aligned and secured holding fixtures, cutting tools and attachments onto machines.
Read and followed blueprints, diagrams and drawings to fabricate products.
Measured, laid out and marked metal stock to display placement of cuts.
Calculated dimensions or tolerances using micrometers or vernier calipers.
Inspected material after completion for accurate measurements of dimensions.
Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining processes.
Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
Installed new plant equipment per manufacturer's instructions while adhering to safety protocols.
Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
Determined appropriate filler metal type based on joint design and material being joined together.
Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods as needed.
Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
Cleaned joints before beginning any type of welding process by chipping off slag with a hammer or wire brush.
Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
Read blueprints and drawings and took measurements to plan layout and procedures.
Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.

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Machinist, Welder, Quality Control

Education

High School Diploma -

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Machinist, Welder, Quality Control

High School Diploma -

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