LAWRENCE ASHCRAFT JR
Springfield
Summary
Pursues challenging opportunities to leverage skills for organizational success. Detail-oriented with proven ability to operate various machinery with minimal training. Demonstrates adaptability and quick learning in dynamic environments.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Machinist
Springfield ReManufacturing Corp.
08.2022 - Current
- Set up machinery, lathes, and grinders for optimal performance.
- Ground rod and main journals to meet specifications for diameter, width, taper, and roundness.
- Polished crankshafts using Vulcan Storm polisher and QPAC polishing machines to achieve smoothness standards.
- Checked core crankshafts for straightness and corrected deviations to precise specifications.
- Measured tolerances accurately utilizing micrometers and calipers.
- Participated in weekly huddles to address finances, safety concerns, and operational updates.
- Contributed to safety committee discussions to resolve safety issues effectively.
- Trained employees from various divisions on crankshaft grinding techniques.
- Supported recordkeeping by logging daily production, scrap rate and machine maintenance data.
Machine Operator
Cabinet Concepts by Design
07.2017 - 08.2022
- Maintained and operated CNC machines for custom cabinet parts and dowelling applications.
- Conducted operation and maintenance of edgebanding and five head wood molder machines.
- Utilized various equipment, including table saws, panel saws, sanders, band saws, miter saws, and drills.
- Unloaded incoming trucks with lumber and sheet goods using forklift.
- Verified accuracy of incoming materials against shipping documentation.
- Labeled incoming materials with appropriate job numbers and monitored storage locations.
- Tracked stock inventory levels and ensured accurate location records.
Insulation Installer
Heat and Frost Insulator's Union Local # 63
09.2012 - 07.2017
- Installed insulation materials on metal pipes, ductwork, tanks, and boiler walls.
- Applied sheet metal over insulation to ensure weatherproofing.
- Implemented fireproofing materials on through-wall pipes and conduits.
- Operated various personnel lifts to support installation activities.
Machine Operator
Taylor Molding and Millwork
05.2002 - 08.2012
- Configured and operated roll foiling machine to ensure optimal production efficiency.
- Set up and managed paper slitting machine for precise material processing.
- Utilized forklift to transport materials across factory floor, enhancing workflow.
General Laborer
Webster County Road Department through Penmac
09.2011 - 04.2012
- Cleared drainage pipes and waterways using chainsaw, weedeater, and brushcutter.
- Assisted in installation of drainage pipes to improve water flow.
- Flagged traffic to ensure safety for paving crew during operations.
- Received training on backhoe and trackhoe to enhance equipment proficiency.
Countertop Cutter
Cabinet and Bath Supply
04.2008 - 07.2011
- Cut countertops to specifications, applying build-up and laminate end caps as required.
- Measured and templated for countertops at job sites to ensure accuracy.
- Unloaded incoming bulk countertops using forklift, verifying alignment with paperwork.
Molder Operator
Hatfield Cabinets
03.2007 - 07.2008
- Operated and maintained six head wood molder for making various wood trim pieces
- Unloaded, inspected and, verified board footage of incoming rough lumber using forklift
- Ripped rough lumber to various widths using gang rip saw
Parts Cutter
Country Pride Cabinets
01.2006 - 03.2007
- Figure and cut parts for custom cabinetry using table saw
- Unloaded, inspected and, verified board footage of incoming rough lumber using forklift
- Installed custom cabinets in new and existing homes
Forklift Operator
Silvercrest Recycling
05.2005 - 11.2005
- Loaded and unloaded semi trailers using forklift
- Swept out empty trailers and prepared for loading
- Weighted outgoing goods to distribute weight evenly in trailer
Customer Service Supervisor
MCI Worldcom
02.2001 - 05.2005
- Supervised customer service teams of up to 20 representatives
- Handled escalated customer service calls
- Performed account maintenance for escalated customers
- Taught monthly trainings on new products or techniques
Material Handler
Amana Appliances
08.1999 - 09.2000
- Delivered various parts to refrigerator assembly lines using various forklift equipment
- Performed weekly cycle counts of stocked inventory
- Unloaded incoming parts and entered part number and location in computer
Laundry Assistant Supervisor
Mercy Medical Center
08.1995 - 08.1999
- Operated commercial washers and dryers
- Sorted soiled laundry for washing
- Kept track of pounds of laundry washed per shift
- Worked with various chemicals used in facility
- Worked with department heads to determine laundry needs
Education
High School Diploma -
Cedar Rapids Washington High School
Cedar Rapids, IA06-1994
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Machine operation
- Troubleshooting
- Precision machining
- Machine setup
- Manual milling
- Quality control
- Visual inspection
- Precise measuring
- CNC machine operation
- Machine maintenance
- Caliper use
- Manufacturing
- Equipment operation
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Sawing and sanding
- Equipment monitoring
- Quality control analysis
- Specification reading
- Tool selection
- Equipment Repair
- Production documentation
- Project management
- Part inspection
- Surface finishing
- Machine troubleshooting
- CNC and manual equipment
- Numerical accuracy
- Tooling selection
- Tool wear analysis
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Staff training and development
Timeline
Advanced Machinist
Springfield ReManufacturing Corp.
08.2022 - Current
Machine Operator
Cabinet Concepts by Design
07.2017 - 08.2022
Insulation Installer
Heat and Frost Insulator's Union Local # 63
09.2012 - 07.2017
General Laborer
Webster County Road Department through Penmac
09.2011 - 04.2012
Countertop Cutter
Cabinet and Bath Supply
04.2008 - 07.2011
Molder Operator
Hatfield Cabinets
03.2007 - 07.2008
Parts Cutter
Country Pride Cabinets
01.2006 - 03.2007
Forklift Operator
Silvercrest Recycling
05.2005 - 11.2005
Machine Operator
Taylor Molding and Millwork
05.2002 - 08.2012
Customer Service Supervisor
MCI Worldcom
02.2001 - 05.2005
Material Handler
Amana Appliances
08.1999 - 09.2000
Laundry Assistant Supervisor
Mercy Medical Center
08.1995 - 08.1999
High School Diploma -
Cedar Rapids Washington High School
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