James Ellis
Fairbury,IL
Summary
Reliable Mill Operator recognized for high productivity levels and ability to complete tasks efficiently. Skilled in machine operation, routine maintenance, and quality control procedures. Possess strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and teamwork capabilities. Excel in fast-paced environments through effective communication and coordination.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Mill Operator
Caterpillar
Pontiac, Illinois
12.2023 - Current
- Adjusted machine settings to complete tasks accurately and efficiently.
- Monitored the feed and speed of the machines during production runs.
- Inspected finished workpieces for conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments such as calipers, gauges, micrometers, and dial indicators.
- Maintained records of production output and downtime.
- Troubleshot problems with machinery or tooling in order to maintain quality standards.
- Loaded raw materials into hoppers or onto conveyor belts for processing by milling machines.
- Unloaded machined components from machines onto conveyors or tables for further processing or packaging.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubricating moving parts, replacing worn cutting tools, checking fluid levels and replacing filters.
- Reported defective materials or questionable conditions to supervisor immediately.
- Followed safety guidelines when operating equipment and handling hazardous materials.
- Stored supplies in designated areas following established procedures for safekeeping and retrieval of items.
- Assisted other team members with various tasks as needed.
- Used hand tools such as grinders, drill presses, saws, taps, files.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while operating heavy machinery.
- Ensured that all safety guards were in place before starting operation of any machine.
- Participated in regular training sessions related to job duties and safety requirements.
- Kept accurate records of production data such as quantity produced per hour and shift.
- Reviewed blueprints prior to beginning jobs in order to understand dimensional tolerances required.
- Inspected mill equipment and documented findings for maintenance personnel.
- Maintained strong quality standards through regular inspections and tests.
Lathe Operator
Technical metals
Fairbury, IL
02.2020 - 12.2024
- Read blueprints or job orders for product specifications such as dimensions and tolerances and tooling instructions such as feed rates and cutting speeds.
- Monitor machine operation to detect malfunctions in machinery or equipment.
- Measure finished work pieces with precision measuring instruments to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Make adjustments to the machine settings as needed for optimal performance.
- Sharpen cutting tools when necessary using grinding wheels or other abrasive materials.
- Perform routine maintenance on lathe machines including lubricating parts and checking fluid levels.
- Troubleshoot malfunctions in the lathe machine by performing tests and making repairs as necessary.
- Inspect products for defects in quality or accuracy of production.
- Record information such as the type of material used, production times, scrap rate, into logbooks.
- Load raw materials onto machines for processing.
- Unload finished goods from machines after processing is complete.
- Follow safety procedures when operating the lathe machine.
- Maintain a clean working environment by disposing of shavings, chips and other debris properly.
- Train new employees on how to safely operate the lathe machine.
- Recommend design modifications to improve efficiency of operations.
- Work closely with supervisors and managers to ensure that all deadlines are met.
- Ensure compliance with company policies regarding safety regulations at all times.
- Set up and adjust lathes, fixtures, cutting tools, and work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications.
- Operate manual or computer-controlled lathe machines to perform repetitive machining operations such as turning, facing, boring, threading and grooving.
- Evaluated conformance of finished work by measuring dimensions and inspecting pieces.
- Installed correct tooling according to machine set-up sheets.
Education
GED -
Prarie Central High School
Fairbury, IL05-2009
Skills
- Problem Resolution
- Quality Assurance
- Stress Tolerance
- Adaptive Learning
- Equipment Operation
- Production Scheduling
- Lathe Operation
- Hazard Prevention
- Precision measuring
- Statistical process control
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Operation Monitoring
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
Timeline
Mill Operator
Caterpillar
12.2023 - Current
Lathe Operator
Technical metals
02.2020 - 12.2024
GED -
Prarie Central High School