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Joshua Barksdale

Hampton,AR

Summary

Safety-driven and hardworking with good communication and time management skills. Dependable self-starter experienced in manufacturing production, assembly, machine operation and maintenance. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Assembly Technician

Raytheon
07.2022 - Current
    • Assembled and aligned parts and fixtures using hand and power tools.
    • Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly.
    • Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
    • Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
    • Carried out preventative maintenance, keeping tools and machinery functional.
    • Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
    • Operated hoists, cranes and other heavy machinery to transport materials and parts.
    • Performed daily maintenance and inspection of machinery to drive optimal performance.
    • Operated machining equipment safely.
    • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
    • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
    • Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
    • Used precision measuring tools, micrometers and calipers to meet required product specifications.
    • Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
    • Operated and controlled lathing equipment.

Farm Hand/Laborer

B Hanging W Farms
01.2006 - Current
  • Cattle & Poultry Farm (Family owned)
  • Operating farm equipment, Preventive maintenance, Maintenance repairs
  • Electrical repairs, Mowing & weed-eating around farm, Bush hogging
  • Used measuring tools such as gauges and tape measure to identify conforming parts.
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
  • Maintained and repaired fences, buildings and other farm structures as part of groundskeeping duties.
  • Operated tractors and self-propelled machinery to plow and fertilize soil.
  • Used grease guns and oil cans to lubricate and adjust farm equipment.
  • Prepared and administered vaccinations and medications to animals.
  • Herded livestock using ranch ATVs, trucks, and on foot.

Machine Operator

Georgia Pacific
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Specialty paint booth/strapper operator
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.

Operator

Arkansas Gravel Co, Inc
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Wash plant operator, maintain/repair feed belts/rollers/screens, fuel equipment/machinery, operate equipment/machinery, maintain water pumps, start/stop plant motors, maintain/change feed belt motors, etc.
  • Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Set up machines to start production cycles and controlled machine settings.
  • Operated technical and mechanical equipment and adjusted machine settings according to work cycles.
  • Worked outside in all weather conditions.
  • Heavy Equipment (tractors, track hoe, skid steer, sky track, dump truck)

Assembler 2

Aerojet Rocketdyne
10.2019 - 05.2021
  • Collaborated with team members to improve production processes and maintain quality standards.
  • Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
  • Collaborated with team members to promptly complete tasks and maintain consistent workflows.
  • Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
  • Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
  • Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
  • Operated hoists, cranes and other heavy machinery to transport materials and parts.

Floor-hand/Motor Man

Sewell Drilling
04.2018 - 08.2019
  • Washed drilling rig and performed regular maintenance and inspections.
  • Reported to driller about machine malfunctions or other problems.
  • Connected and disconnected pipes, pumps and other production equipment to support functionality.
  • Performed diverse manual labor tasks, digging trenches and laying pipes with superior physical endurance.
  • Repaired surface machinery and performed period equipment inspections.
  • Performed minor repairs on drilling equipment and tools to limit operational disruptions.
  • Monitored shaker and mud tank operations.
  • Provided assistance in assembly and disassembly of drilling rig and equipment.
  • Moved or relocated materials and equipment required for drilling tool assembly to and throughout work site.

Maintenance Technician

United Properties Management
10.2016 - 05.2017
  • Paint, drywall, carpet, tile & linoleum flooring, electrical outlets & switches, cleaning, repairs, light electrical repairs, light plumbing repairs, groundskeeping, etc.
  • Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
  • Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
  • Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.

Assembler

Aerojet Rocketdyne
07.2014 - 10.2016
  • Manufacturing, mixing/adding chemicals, handling chemicals, cleaning, follow SOPs and MOIs, handling hot trash, working with energetics, hauling/towing energetics, etc
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
  • Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
  • Operated hoists, cranes and other heavy machinery to transport materials and parts.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
  • Managed and monitored processes and machine systems by observing readings on control boards.
  • Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Maintenance

Southern Arkansas University Tech
East Camden, AR
05.2014

Skills

  • Listens to understand
  • Asks questions for clarification
  • Always willing to learn
  • Following Procedures and Protocols
  • Providing Feedback
  • Maintenance Experience
  • Strong Mechanical Skills
  • Repairs And Maintenance
  • Mechanical Equipment
  • Machine Components
  • Troubleshooting

Work Availability

monday
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Quote

The price of anything is the amount of life you exchange for it.
Henry David Thoreau

Timeline

Production Assembly Technician

Raytheon
07.2022 - Current

Machine Operator

Georgia Pacific
08.2021 - 12.2021

Operator

Arkansas Gravel Co, Inc
06.2021 - 08.2021

Assembler 2

Aerojet Rocketdyne
10.2019 - 05.2021

Floor-hand/Motor Man

Sewell Drilling
04.2018 - 08.2019

Maintenance Technician

United Properties Management
10.2016 - 05.2017

Assembler

Aerojet Rocketdyne
07.2014 - 10.2016

Farm Hand/Laborer

B Hanging W Farms
01.2006 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Maintenance

Southern Arkansas University Tech

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