Nicholas Purifoy

Safety is at the forefront of my job description. I have many skills that I have developed from job over the last few years, but none more important than implementing a safety culture into myself, and those around me.

• Streamline maintenance processes for increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
• Evaluate employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for professional growth.
• Mitigate risks associated with track construction or repairs by closely adhering to safety guidelines and Federal standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the company by sharing best practices learned from previous experience.
• Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills in resolving unexpected issues or complications during track maintenance projects.
• Leading a team/teams of track laborers in performing routine maintenance tasks, ensuring timely completion of projects.
• Train new hires on safety procedures, equipment operation, and job responsibilities, resulting in a skilled workforce.
• Maintain detailed records of completed projects, facilitating accurate reporting and future planning efforts.
• Schedule, oversee, and perform maintenance, repair and installation activities.
• Create and maintain daily and weekly reports for upper management.
• Managed efficient teams of up to 20+ employees.
• Evaluate final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.

• Enhanced inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and reconciling discrepancies.
• Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
• Completed physical inventory counts each month.
• Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of daily tasks, increasing overall productivity.
• Maintained a clean and well-organized work environment, promoting safety and efficiency among team members.
• Analyzed inventory trends to identify and prepare for potential issues and discrepancies.
• Kept documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery.
• Developed inventory reports to provide management with comprehensive data on inventory levels.

• Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
• Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
• Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
• Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.

• Enhanced team communication, coordinating with fellow workers to ensure smooth operations on the production floor.
• Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques for handling wood products as needed in response to changes in demand or materials used.
• Contributed to a streamlined workflow, sorting and stacking lumber according to size, grade, and type.
• Demonstrated reliability by consistently arriving punctually for scheduled shifts and remaining focused on assigned tasks throughout each workday, contributing towards a positive reputation among management personnel who valued such dedication to duty within their workforce ranks.
• Assisted in reducing waste by accurately measuring and cutting logs according to specifications.
• Performed basic troubleshooting tasks on malfunctioning machines, minimizing downtime while waiting for technicians or spare parts delivery services when required.
• Assisted in the training and onboarding of new employees, sharing valuable insight and experience gained during previous sawmill projects with these incoming staff members.
• Operated various sawmill equipment, including debarkers, edgers, trimmers, and planers for efficient lumber processing.
• Set up sawing machines to accurately cut materials to specified sizes and dimensions.
• Maximized efficiency by removing safety hazards and debris from work areas.
• Cleared jams to keep equipment fully operational.