Emory Garrett
Jefferson
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented Machinist with extensive experience at Deutz, skilled in CNC and manual machining. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency and reduce waste through meticulous calibration and teamwork. Expertise in welding and fabrication, combined with strong problem-solving skills, contributes to high-quality manufacturing outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder
Kubota Manufacturing
04.2024 - Current
- Inspected welds
- Clamped, held, tack-welded
Machinist
Deutz
03.2021 - 04.2024
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
Forklift Operator
Kenco
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Machinist
Deutz
02.2018 - 02.2020
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
- Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
- Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
Machinist / Assembly
TACG
05.2007 - 06.2017
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, i
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Supported team members in troubleshooting complex machine issues, sharing knowledge and expertise to resolve problems quickly.
- Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.
- Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Optimized tooling performance through regular inspection, cleaning, sharpening or replacing worn tools as needed.
- Achieved tight tolerances by carefully calibrating machines before beginning each job.
- Supported recordkeeping by logging daily production, scrap rate and machine maintenance data.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
- Collaborated with engineers to develop new parts, interpreting blueprints and schematics for accurate production.
- Suggested new methods of machining that resulted in better product quality with reduced production time.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jackson County Comphrensive High School
Jefferson,Georgia05-2006
Skills
- Fabrication
- Attention to detail
- Welding
- Layout and fitting
- Steel fabrication
- MIG welding professional
- Gas metal arc welding
- Crane operation
Timeline
Welder
Kubota Manufacturing
04.2024 - Current
Machinist
Deutz
03.2021 - 04.2024
Forklift Operator
Kenco
02.2020 - 03.2021
Machinist
Deutz
02.2018 - 02.2020
Machinist / Assembly
TACG
05.2007 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Jackson County Comphrensive High School
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