DeMarkeus Wherry
Southhaven,MS
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Recent graduate with excellent research, technical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Drag Technician
Smith & Nephew, Inc
Memphis, Tennessee
01.2020 - Current
- Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Tested and calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability of data.
- Maintained records of repairs, calibrations, and tests performed on equipment.
- Conducted preventive maintenance procedures according to established schedules.
- Diagnosed problems using test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies.
- Replaced defective components or parts as needed.
- Assisted in the design of new products or modifications to existing products for improved performance.
- Operated specialized diagnostic tools used to identify system faults.
- Analyzed data collected during testing to determine root cause of failure.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools including soldering irons, screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, wire strippers and crimpers.
- Adhered to all safety policies and procedures while working in the lab environment.
- Worked closely with engineering teams to develop solutions for difficult problems encountered during testing activities.
- Troubleshot systems and equipment and ran tests to make effective recommendations.
- Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
Metal Finisher
Smith & Nephew, Inc
Memphis
06.2001 - 02.2020
- Operated grinding machines to finish metal parts according to specifications.
- Polished surfaces of metal parts with emery cloth and buffing wheels.
- Applied protective coatings, such as chrome or zinc plating, on finished products.
Grinder Operator
Smith & Nephew, Inc
Memphis, TN
05.2005 - 05.2008
- Maintained grinder and ancillary equipment to ensure operational safety.
- Performed preventative maintenance on the grinder, including lubrication and cleaning of parts.
- Adjusted grinding wheels as necessary to ensure optimal performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06-2023
High School Diploma -
Munford High School
Munford, TN05-1999
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Memphis, TNSkills
- Component Replacement
- User Training
- OSHA Compliance
- Cost Control
- System Troubleshooting
- Blueprint Reading
- Operations Monitoring
- Machinery calibration
- Equipment Maintenance
- Project Management
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Program Support
- Equipment Repair
- Troubleshooting
- Heavy Lifting
- Issue Resolution
- Raw Materials Processing
- Project Support
- Workload Management
- Operation Monitoring
- Written/Verbal Communication
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Equipment Calibration
- Production Scheduling
- Manufacturing Processes
- Team Training
- Lean Manufacturing
- Mechanical Knowledge
Timeline
Machine Drag Technician
Smith & Nephew, Inc
01.2020 - Current
Grinder Operator
Smith & Nephew, Inc
05.2005 - 05.2008
Metal Finisher
Smith & Nephew, Inc
06.2001 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Munford High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Southwest Tennessee Community College