Daniel Walsh
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Skilled Die Cast Operator familiar with rotor cell operations, laminations and boring procedures. Good communication skills with a self-motivated nature. Ready to bring 10 years of related experience to a new long-term position.
Quality-driven manufacturing professional consistently achieves demanding production targets with hard work and attention to detail. Knowledgeable about running Die Cast machines and operating equipment safely.
Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic. Experience includes fast-paced assembly line work. Proven skills in managing parts, running machines and performing quality inspections. Additional strengths include welding, housekeeping and problem-solving.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Die Cast Operator
Port City Die Cast
Muskegon, MI
11.2015 - 03.2020
- Set up and operated various machine tools and jigs to produce precision parts, maintaining awareness of approximate job completion times.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics for work to be performed.
- Operated equipment such as cranes, forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Facilitated manufacture of Automotive products by installing, maintaining, and repairing Die Cast machine or Die Cast equipment.
- Performed visual and physical inspections of finished products to check quality.
- Identified and labeled parts to keep areas organized and productivity high.
- Conducted routine preventative maintenance on production equipment to help maintain durability and functionality of each machine.
- Contacted supervisor with detailed reports on equipment requiring advanced repairs to obtain quick resolutions and return machinery back to optimal performance levels.
- Reviewed job specifications prior to setting up casting machines to determine appropriate time and temperature settings.
- Checked over casting machines prior to start of each shift to identify and resolve any issues.
- Observed continuous operation of automatic machines to guarantee products met specifications and to detect jams or malfunctions, making adjustments as necessary.
- Read specifications, blueprints and work orders to determine setups, temperatures and time settings required to mold, form or cast plastic materials as well as to plan production sequences.
Front End Loader Operator
Nugent Sand
Muskegon, MI
03.2014 - 10.2014
- Lowered and tilted buckets and drove front-end loaders forward to force buckets into bulk material.
- Performed routine cleaning and maintenance, including lubricating, fueling and cleaning loaders.
- Operated bulldozers, backhoes and loaders to excavate, move and load Sand materials.
- Observed all safety protocols and procedures to avoid injuries and accidents during each shift.
- Properly operated loader by starting engine, shifting gears and pressing pedals and levers.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed all equipment logs and reports.
Fork Lift Operator
Knoll
Muskegon, MI
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
- Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventative maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
- Examined shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
- Moved pallets of merchandise using electric forklifts and electric pallets.
- Filled propane tanks, checked valves and performed other routine equipment maintenance.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Loaded transfer truck with front end loader.
- Placed overstocked items in temporary storage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Montague High School
Montague, MI 08.2004 - 06.2008
Skills
General laborer
Materials transport
Hazardous Materials Endorsements
Packing and scanning
Shipping and receiving expert
Safety and compliance
Equipment monitoring
Manufacturing
Materials management
Setting up machinery
Quality controls
Parts identifications
First Aid/CPR
Troubleshooting
Supervision
Excellent work ethic
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8-10 staff members.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Went and trained through all MIOSHA safety classes and on the job experience.
Timeline
Die Cast Operator
Port City Die Cast
11.2015 - 03.2020
Front End Loader Operator
Nugent Sand
03.2014 - 10.2014
Fork Lift Operator
Knoll
01.2012 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Montague High School
08.2004 - 06.2008