Daniel Alexander
Orange
Summary
Detail-oriented Saw Machine Operator with expertise in equipment maintenance, quality control, and safety compliance. Proven track record in optimizing production efficiency and ensuring high-quality standards in machining processes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Saw Machine Operator
Industrial Metal Supply Company
Irvine, California
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Operated saw machines to cut materials according to specifications.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials for production processes.
- Monitored machine operations and reported any issues to supervisors.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products before packaging.
- Cleaned work area regularly to maintain a safe and organized space.
- Monitor the operation of sawing machines to ensure quality standards are met.
- Identify areas where efficiency can be improved in order increase productivity.
- Follow safety protocols when operating machinery to prevent injury or accidents.
- Read blueprints or drawings to determine dimensions of cuts required.
- Troubleshoot and repair mechanical problems with sawing equipment when necessary.
- Set up saw machines to cut and shape metal, wood, plastic and other materials according to specifications.
- Clean work area at end of shift to maintain a safe working environment.
- Perform routine maintenance on sawing equipment such as cleaning, lubricating, sharpening or replacing worn blades.
- Inspect finished products for accuracy in size and shape according to specifications.
- Handle manual duties such as loading and unloading material by hand if needed.
- Ensure all tools, dies, fixtures and other components used in production processes are properly maintained.
- Load raw materials onto feed tables for cutting operations.
- Unload finished parts from discharge tables after cutting operations are completed.
- Calculate speeds and feeds for different types of materials being machined.
- Adjust blade guides, tension and pressure of blades for proper cutting.
- Verified dimensions of finished workpieces, using measuring devices.
- Work closely with team members to complete projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Selected and installed saw blades according to established safety measures.
- Maintain accurate records of production output and daily machine operations.
- Use measuring instruments such as calipers or micrometers to check product accuracy.
- Adhere to company policies regarding safe work practices while using machinery.
- Adhered to safety guidelines regarding equipment operation to reduce accident risk.
- Reviewed production specifications to properly set up and calibrate machinery.
- Positioned guides, stops, holding blocks and other fixtures to secure and direct workpiece.
- Inspected stock to identify imperfections, assign grades and determine issues with production.
- Identified equipment issues using troubleshooting techniques to keep machinery fully operational during shifts.
- Studied blueprints, templates, sample parts and specifications as guide for sawing operations.
- Utilized coaching and leadership principles to enhance internal and external team dynamics.
- Counted, sorted and stacked finished workpieces.
- Adjusted speeds on cutting machines to clear jams and keep equipment functional.
- Lubricated and clean machines with grease guns or solvents.
- Used hand tools to adjust bolts, clamps, stops and guides.
- Used appropriate tools to carefully clear machine jams.
Community Service Volunteer
Someone Cares Soup Kitchen
Costa Mesa, California
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Assist with food line preparation and distribution of meals to the homeless
- Ensure cleanliness and sanitation of work stations to reduce the risk of a disease
- Provide necessary service for the company 4 hours a week
Warehouse Inventory Associate
JTS Merchandise Outlet
Santa Fe Springs, California
07.2006 - 08.2006
- Managed accurate records of inventory received and distributed to decrease rates of loss of shipment.
- Organized stock in the storage room.
- Helped with loading and unloading stock, lifting, and storing packages weighing over 50 pounds.
- Assisted with a thorough inspection of the received shipment.
- Diligently prepared items for shipment, following the procedures and policies of the company.
- Sorted received packages and ensured proper placement of unpacked materials
- Maintained a clean and organized work enviornment
Education
GED -
GED
Delano, CA06-2018
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Blueprint interpretation
- Quality control
- Machine troubleshooting
- Production efficiency
- Inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Process optimization
- Customer service
- Precision cutting
- Measurement tools
- Cutting speed adjustment
- Tool selection
- Machine setup
Timeline
Saw Machine Operator
Industrial Metal Supply Company
10.2024 - 07.2025
Community Service Volunteer
Someone Cares Soup Kitchen
07.2024 - 04.2025
Warehouse Inventory Associate
JTS Merchandise Outlet
07.2006 - 08.2006
GED -
GED