Kenyon Suter

It is my job operate and maintain my saw. I have to make sure that the wood is cut to the right measurements also make sure that I finish the work I am assigned for that day. I also operated other machines throughout different departments in which they needed. My current machine is a Wondersaw. I have operated the following machines: Whitney Planer, Ripsaw, Fingerjointer, and Chopsaw. I am trained also in stacking wood sizes on multiple different pallets.

• Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
• Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
• Verified accuracy of material measurements before loading into machines.
• Ensured that all materials used were up to standard and free from defects.
• Adjusted feed rates and machine speeds as required during operation.
• Conducted regular inspections of machinery to identify any potential issues or malfunctions.
• Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
• Helped achieve team goals by rotating production lines and daily duties to meet demand.
• Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
• Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
• Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
• Monitored product flow through feed conveyor.
• Assessed and corrected jams in equipment.
• Handled various mechanical and technical machinery during manufacturing process.
• Utilized hand and power tools and heavy machinery during manufacturing processes.
• Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
• Troubleshot and diagnosed equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
• Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
• Maintained production and quality documentation.
• Rotated among various workstations, performing work necessary to meet production needs.
• Taught new employees machine operation techniques and important business procedures.
• Retained safe and clean work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
• Provided training assistance to new operators on proper machine operation techniques.
• Met deadlines for completion of assigned tasks efficiently and effectively.
• Checked product quality against specified standards at each stage of production process.
• Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery and working around hazardous materials.
• Documented daily production results accurately and completely.
• Operated various pieces of manufacturing equipment including lathes, milling machines, drill presses.
• Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.