Matthew Murphree
Union Grove,US
Summary
Experienced manufacturing professional with expertise in galvanizing processes, mechanical maintenance, welding, and shipping operations to ensure consistent product quality and operational efficiency. Skilled in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, equipment calibration, process monitoring, and logistics coordination to minimize downtime and optimize production flow. Committed to driving continuous improvement and fostering safe, sustainable manufacturing environments that support long-term success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Galvanizing line utility
Nucor steel Decatur
03.2024 - Current
- Maintain zinc pot level and pot Aluminum for Zinc coating process.
- Maintenance in preclean, cleaning section to ensure pumps valves are operating correctly.
- Inspected and cleared debris from galvanizing rolls to prevent coating defects, maintaining continuous production and ensuring consistent product quality.
- Change rolls as needed throughout the line to keep up quality throughout the line.
- Troubleshoot and solves any quality, mechanical and electrical problems.
Galvanizing Lab Inspector
Nucor Steel Decatur
Decatur, AL
11.2023 - 03.2024
- Inspected galvanized coatings for thickness and adherence, ensuring compliance with industry standards and minimizing customer returns due to quality issues.
- Monitored chemical composition and temperature control during galvanizing processes, enhancing coating consistency and reducing material waste.
- Calibrated testing equipment to validate coating integrity, improving inspection accuracy and supporting consistent product quality.
- Verified zinc coating integrity through microscopic analysis, preventing potential corrosion failures and supporting long-term structural reliability.
Cold Mill Utility
Nucor Steel Decatur
Decatur, AL
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Operated remote and cab crane in different areas of the mill.
- Knowledge of Tandem mill entry/Exit.
- Understanding roll shop operations for supporting the tandem mill.
- Kept work areas organized and clean. Operated forklift to help move parts in different areas.
Shipping Operator
Nucor Tubular Products
Decatur, AL
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Operated Taylor fork truck to load material on trucks and rail cars.
- Track Mobile certified for moving rail cars for shipments going to NS.
- Coordinated shipment schedules with carriers to streamline dispatch processes, increasing on-time deliveries and optimizing logistics efficiency.
- Verified shipment labels and documentation to ensure proper routing and compliance, reducing mis deliveries and improving customer satisfaction.
Shipping Utility
Nucor Tubular Products
Decatur, AL
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Operated fork lift to organized wood inventory for shipments inside the plant.
- Operated overhead crane to move and locate material for shipments.
- Work on no locations for missing material in Esteel plan for inventory.
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Toyota Motor Manufacturing
Huntsville, AL
08.2019 - 11.2020
- Performed routine Pms to make sure parts-maintained efficiency to prevent any downtime.
- Very strong knowledge of LOTO for different machines in the plant.
- Diagnosed mechanical failures in production equipment, accelerating repair processes to maintain consistent manufacturing throughput and reduce operational delays.
- Performed routine inspections and adjusted conveyor systems to sustain continuous production flow, enhancing overall equipment reliability and reducing unexpected stoppages.
- Serviced pneumatic systems to uphold operational integrity, reducing energy consumption and supporting sustainable manufacturing practices.
Structural Welder
Contractor services and Fabrication
Decatur, AL
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Studied blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine layout of work.
- Worked on structural supports using techniques such as MIG, TIG and stick welding.
- Set up and operated welding equipment to complete welding projects on-time.
- Aligned and welded steel frameworks to support load-bearing structures, improving on-site assembly efficiency and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
A.P Brewer High School
Eva, ALAssociate of Applied Science - Mechanical Maintenance
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, ALAssociate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Calhoun Community College
Tanner, AL05-2017
Skills
- Very Safety Oriented
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Teammate development
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Different welding processes
- Strong mechanical knowledge
- Time management
- Positive attitude
- Communication
Timeline
Galvanizing line utility
Nucor steel Decatur
03.2024 - Current
Galvanizing Lab Inspector
Nucor Steel Decatur
11.2023 - 03.2024
Cold Mill Utility
Nucor Steel Decatur
02.2023 - 11.2023
Shipping Operator
Nucor Tubular Products
03.2021 - 02.2023
Shipping Utility
Nucor Tubular Products
11.2020 - 03.2021
Mechanical Maintenance Technician
Toyota Motor Manufacturing
08.2019 - 11.2020
Structural Welder
Contractor services and Fabrication
06.2017 - 08.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Maintenance
Calhoun Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Calhoun Community College
High School Diploma -
A.P Brewer High School