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Gene Nixon

Los Alamos,New Mexico

Summary

Hardworking individual with extensive background operating heavy duty machinery on diverse range of construction sites and projects. Proactive team player troubleshoots issues with machinery and equipment to promote longevity of use and precisely manipulates controls and levers to navigate and operate machinery. Committed to maintaining service standards.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Machinist

Jonna Manufacturing
07.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
  • Improved workplace safety by performing routine maintenance on machinery and ensuring all equipment was in proper working order.
  • Reduced waste and increased material utilization with precise measurement and cutting techniques.
  • Collaborated with engineers to develop new parts, interpreting blueprints and schematics for accurate production.

Nuclear Research Technician

Triad (LANL)
02.2020 - 07.2023
  • Preformed nuclear research in RCA and RBA environments.
  • Acting safety representative for my group MST-16
  • Expert in metallography and machining of nuclear components.
  • Maintained high level government Q clearance and Psap.
  • Graduated from the Los Alamos National Laboratory NET Academy.
  • Using machining and metallography helped maintain a high level of government standard.

Welder/ Shop Floor Foreman

West Texas Steel And Supply
05.2014 - 12.2019
  • Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
  • Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
  • Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.

Machinist

Hand Precision Machining
01.2006 - 07.2013
  • Began my training as a machinist learning tooling, speeds and feeds, material alloy, and general use of tape measures, calipers and micrometers and telescoping gauges.
  • Enhanced ability to complete engineered blue print jobs single handed.
  • Reduced waste and increased material utilization with precise measurement and cutting techniques.
  • Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying opportunities for process improvements within the manufacturing area.

Head Lift Operator (Chair 5)/Snow Cat Operator

Pajarito Ski Hill
12.1997 - 02.2007
  • Improved lift safety by conducting regular maintenance checks and addressing potential hazards promptly.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and courteous assistance to guests using the lift services.
  • Ensured efficient lift operations by coordinating with other team members and maintaining clear communication.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily lift usage, identifying trends for future improvements in operational efficiency.
  • Assisted the Snow Cat operations Grooming runs .

Education

High School Diploma -

Eldorado High School
Eldorado, TX
05.2019

Associate of Science -

University of New Mexico, Los Alamos
Los Alamos, NM
05.2008

Skills

  • Assembly and Production
  • Machine Maintenance
  • Equipment Monitoring
  • Materials Management

Timeline

Machinist

Jonna Manufacturing
07.2023 - Current

Nuclear Research Technician

Triad (LANL)
02.2020 - 07.2023

Welder/ Shop Floor Foreman

West Texas Steel And Supply
05.2014 - 12.2019

Machinist

Hand Precision Machining
01.2006 - 07.2013

Head Lift Operator (Chair 5)/Snow Cat Operator

Pajarito Ski Hill
12.1997 - 02.2007

High School Diploma -

Eldorado High School

Associate of Science -

University of New Mexico, Los Alamos

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