Daniel Porter
Farrell,PA
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Knife Grinder
UniServ
Brookfield, OH
07.2000 - Current
- Operated grinding machines to produce precision components according to specifications.
- Monitored production quality, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Adjusted machine settings to optimize performance and reduce waste during production runs.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to enhance reliability and minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues and improve workflow efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced product consistency and reduced cycle times.
- Supported quality control efforts by performing routine inspections on finished products and adjusting work accordingly to adhere to strict tolerances.
- Completed deburring, buffing and polishing materials according to strict tolerances.
- Kept equipment in good working order by calibrating settings and performing minor maintenance.
- Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition.
- Enhanced productivity through effective communication with supervisors regarding machine performance and potential issues.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Maintained optimum cutting speed throughout grinding operations, preserving tool life and reducing the need for frequent replacements.
- Displayed strong problem-solving abilities when faced with challenging projects or unexpected obstacles during the grinding process.
- Assessed finished pieces for compliance with standards and removed defective items.
- Sharpened tools as needed to ensure optimal performance during grinding operations, extending tool life.
- Reduced waste and increased product quality through attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow processes and meet production deadlines.
- Increased overall output with proper machine setup, calibration, and timely maintenance.
- Set up and ran equipment to complete grinding tasks efficiently and within required timeframes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Keystone Education Center
Greenville, PA06-2000
Skills
- Machine operation
- Precision grinding
- Safety awareness
- Tool maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Hand-eye coordination
- Polishing techniques
- Equipment operation
- Measurement techniques
- Quality control
- Surface finishing
- Equipment setup
- Equipment monitoring
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality reviews
- Deburring skills
- Equipment calibration
- Measurement tools
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Heavy lifting
- Industrial maintenance
- Troubleshooting
Timeline
Knife Grinder
UniServ
07.2000 - Current
High School Diploma -
Keystone Education Center