David Keith
Pottsville,AR
Summary
I am a hardworking saw filer who is able to safely uses grinding and sharpening equipment and performs preventative maintenance on the machines. I am a reliable individual who is able to work independently or with others in order to meet goals of the department.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Saw Filer
West Fraser
08.2015 - Current
- Repaired, benched, and sharpened saws to spec in order to cut quality lumber to tolerance.
- Welded up cracks in bands and annealed the saw blade.
- Repaired and milled guides to specified tolerances.
- Sharpen chipper knives and ready them for use in the chippers.
- Change knives and saws through out the mill as need or on a set schedule.
- Help with trouble shooting problems in the mill when it pertains to saw filling.
- Machine alignments at the different machine centers at a set schedule or as needed.
- Perform preventative maintenance as well as work orders.
Millwright
Industrial Power Inc.
11.2014 - 08.2015
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Worked with others in the construction of various industrial equipment.
- Cut and fitted pieces of metal for construction.
- Welded (Mig, Tig, and Stick)
- Operated equipment such as hydraulic break, hydraulic iron worker, table shear, and band saw.
- Operated forklift and skytrack
Production Line Leader
Tyson Foods
06.2013 - 11.2014
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Followed good manufacturing processes (GMPs).
- Oversaw employees to ensure proper operating procedures were being followed.
Marinator
Tyson Foods
03.2013 - 06.2013
- Mixed ingredients to the correct amount needed for the product being ran.
- Adjusted settings on the machine for the correct amount of marination pickup.
- Kept records of marination pickup throughout the shift for quality control and USDA purposes.
Laser Fabrication Operator
Grace Manufacturing
06.2008 - 02.2013
- Uploaded proper program from machine control and established optimal laser cutting conditions.
- Loaded, installed and set up tools required for laser operation.
- Met time and quality expectations by completing accurate work in line with specifications.
- Moved steel plates, laser cut items and scrap metal using safe lifting practices.
Cook
Feltner's Whatta-Burger
08.2003 - 06.2008
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Education
No Degree - Online Saw Filing Year 1
Reliability Solutions
Online11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering (did Not Graduate)
Arkansas Tech University
Russellville, ARHigh School Diploma -
Russellville High School
Russellville, AR05.2006
Skills
- Sawmill Operations
- Precision Saw Filing
- Manual Dexterity
- Workplace Safety
- Math
- Welding
- Time Management
- Blueprint Reading
- Mechanical Aptitude
- 5S Lean Manufacturing Principles
- Hand-tool proficiency
Timeline
Saw Filer
West Fraser
08.2015 - Current
Millwright
Industrial Power Inc.
11.2014 - 08.2015
Production Line Leader
Tyson Foods
06.2013 - 11.2014
Marinator
Tyson Foods
03.2013 - 06.2013
Laser Fabrication Operator
Grace Manufacturing
06.2008 - 02.2013
Cook
Feltner's Whatta-Burger
08.2003 - 06.2008
No Degree - Online Saw Filing Year 1
Reliability Solutions
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering (did Not Graduate)
Arkansas Tech University
High School Diploma -
Russellville High School