Daniel Chenery
Readfield,ME
Summary
Accomplished Millwright at Irving Forest Products with expertise in machinery maintenance and safety compliance. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency through preventive maintenance and effective teamwork. Skilled in blueprint reading and equipment installation, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to workplace safety.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Millwright
Irving Forest Products
Dixfield, ME
06.2025 - Current
- Operated and maintained machinery for efficient production processes.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure equipment reliability and safety compliance.
- Assisted in diagnosing mechanical issues, contributing to timely repairs and maintenance.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and equipment operation standards.
- Analyzed performance data to identify areas for process improvement.
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
- Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with Number% accuracy.
Welder
Down East Machine and Engineering
Mechanic Falls, ME
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to fabricate metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise weld placements.
- Conducted quality inspections on welds to ensure structural integrity.
- Maintained clean and organized work environment following safety protocols.
- Assisted in training new welders on equipment operation and safety practices.
- Monitored inventory levels of welding materials, ensuring timely replenishment.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Led team training sessions, boosting overall skill levels with advanced welding techniques.
Welder
New England Mechanical Overlay
Pittsfield, NH
11.2010 - 07.2024
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.
- Assembled scaffolding and rigging prior to start of each shift in preparation for day's work.
- Improved rigging efficiency by collaborating with crane operators to determine optimal load placement and movement strategies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Telstar
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Equipment installation
- Fabrication
- Preventive Maintenance
- Parts installation
- Machinery maintenance
- Machinery installation
- Conveyor systems
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Blueprint reading
- Repair work
- Equipment assembly
- Power tools operation
Certification
OSHA 10 card
Timeline
Millwright
Irving Forest Products
06.2025 - Current
Welder
Down East Machine and Engineering
07.2024 - 06.2025
Welder
New England Mechanical Overlay
11.2010 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
Telstar