Joshua Starnes
Polk Sawmill LLC
Forest City,NC
17
years of professional experience
Qualified Aerospace Grind Tech with solid background in manufacturing processes. Proven track record of manufacturing high precision aerospace bearing rings. Experienced in blueprint reading, 5s cleaning standards and PM orders on machines.
Work History
Lead Sawyer
1 Year 9 Months- Operated Bandsaw to feed the entire Sawmill.
- Collaborated with maintenance team to troubleshoot equipment issues, minimizing downtime.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, informing strategic decisions for operational enhancements.
- Monitored operating machinery to assess progress, adjust settings, and maintain production speeds.
- Demonstrated strong leadership qualities by setting a positive example for team members and promoting a culture of accountability and teamwork.
- Cleared jams to keep equipment fully operational.
- Developed strategies to increase productivity and reduce waste.
Aerospace Grind Technician
3 Years 6 Months- Verified product performance against defined criteria to ensure reliability and compliance
- Troubleshoot issues to ensure minimal scrap events and the highest quality possible.
- Accurately set up and operate advanced machines to produce quality bearing rings.
- Conducted quality assurance tests to confirm product specifications and maintain standards.
- Troubleshot issues to ensure minimal scrap events and the highest quality possible.
- Operated and maintained precision machinery to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot mechanical issues, enhancing equipment uptime.
- Conducted regular inspections and preventive maintenance on production equipment to minimize downtime.
Sawyer/ Maintenance Tech
11 Years 4 Months- Executed machine repairs, welding, and fabrication to maintain operational efficiency
- Troubleshooted and diagnosed mechanical issues
- Replaced and repaired pneumatic and hydraulic cylinders to ensure optimal performance.
- Replaced & occasionally repaired Pneumatic and Hydraulic cylinders.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and prolong service life
- Used various hand and power tools such as grinders, torches, welders, drill presses, shears, cranes, and forklifts
- Implemented safety protocols and procedures for maintenance tasks
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Welding
Precision measurement
Machinery operation
Equipment repair
Mechanical knowledge
Hand tools
Product inspection
Problem-solving
Machinery operation
Leadership communication
Equipment troubleshooting
Team collaboration
Quality assurance
Accomplishments
Acheived certifications on 4 different surfaces in Aerospace in my time at Timken previously.
-Inner Race (including Split Inners)
-Inner Bore
-Inner OD
-Outer Bore
Timeline
Lead Sawyer
Polk Sawmill LLC
11.2024 - CurrentRead More
Aerospace Grind Technician
Timken
05.2021 - 11.2024Read More
Sawyer/ Maintenance Tech
Parton Lumber Company
01.2010 - 05.2021Read More
R-S Central High School
High School Diploma
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