Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Max Atkins

Carrollton,AL

Summary

Highly experienced and dependable maintenance worker with a strong background in equipment repair, safety protocols, and proactive maintenance in industrial settings. Proven ability to troubleshoot issues, implement solutions, and maintain operational efficiency. Dedicated to continuous improvement and workplace safety, with extensive experience as a volunteer firefighter and captain, demonstrating leadership and critical decision-making skills. Proficient in a wide range of maintenance tasks and lumber processing equipment operation.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operator/Millwright/Saw Filer

Lewis Brother Lumber Company
05.2011 - Current
  • Proactively maintained and repaired a variety of industrial machinery, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal production.
  • Consistently followed Job Safety Analyses (JSAs) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to mitigate workplace hazards and optimize task execution.
  • Utilized skills in equipment inspection, welding, and the use of measuring devices to diagnose and resolve mechanical issues efficiently.
  • Contributed to a clean and organized workspace, adhering to good housekeeping practices and 5S safety standards.
  • Operated lumber processing equipment, including headsaw, resaw, grade cab, edger, chipper hog, and debarker.
  • Filed and benched saws to maintain optimal cutting performance and extend tool life.
  • Ordered and communicated file room needs, ensuring availability of necessary tools and supplies for efficient saw maintenance.

5 Task Operator

GAF
06.2018 - 11.2022
  • Effectively multi-tasked across various production line operations, maintaining consistent output and quality.
  • Served as a back-up team leader, providing guidance and support to team members in the absence of the primary leader.
  • Assisted maintenance personnel with preventive maintenance (PM) tasks on designated days.

Education

Diploma -

New Hope High School
Columbus, Mississippi
05.2008

Skills

  • Safety & Compliance: Safety Standards, Maintaining 5S Safety Standards, Ability to Follow JSA and SOP
  • Technical Skills: Equipment Inspection and Repair, Welding Skills, Use of Measuring Devices, Installation of New and Used Equipment, Upkeep of Machinery for Production Standards, Operate Auto Bench Leveler, File and Bench Saws, Operate Hanchet Grinder, Operate Numerous Hand Power Tools (including drills, saws, impact wrenches), Ability to Use Oxy-Fuel Cutting Torch, Some Understanding of 3-Phase Power and Ability to Wire Motors, Basic Knowledge of PLC and HMI
  • Equipment Operation: Operate headsaw, resaw, grade cab, edger, chipper hog, and debarker
  • Soft Skills: Strong Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Organization, Dependable and Reliable, Ability to Multitask

Certification

  • DOT First Responder, CPR, and Stop the Bleeding Trained
  • Ariel Lift (Vehicle Mounted Elevation and Rotation Work Platform) Certified
  • Forklift Certified

Timeline

5 Task Operator

GAF
06.2018 - 11.2022

Operator/Millwright/Saw Filer

Lewis Brother Lumber Company
05.2011 - Current

Diploma -

New Hope High School