Michael McGarr
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Reliable Millwright with background in industrial machinery installation, maintenance, repair and troubleshooting. Skilled in the use of hand and power tools, blueprints interpretation, precision measurement and machine alignment. Demonstrated strengths include problem-solving capabilities, teamwork skills and safety adherence. Proven track record of increasing machinery efficiency and reducing downtime in previous roles.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Millwright
Local 1102 Millwright
Wayland, MI
03.2020 - Current
- Replaced faulty parts such as bearings, gears, and shafts in a timely manner.
- Installed new equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed preventive maintenance on all production machines.
- Assembled industrial machines using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Aligned motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors and other mechanical systems.
- Adjusted machine settings to optimize performance and reduce downtime.
- Repaired broken or worn parts by welding, grinding, machining or fabricating replacement parts as needed.
- Reassembled machines after repair work was completed.
- Fabricated spare parts from raw materials such as steel bars or plates.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed while performing tasks.
- Removed old equipment from facilities in an efficient manner.
- Disassembled defective machines for further inspection and repairs.
- Lubricated moving parts of machinery at regular intervals to prevent breakdowns.
- Repaired and lubricated machines and equipment and assembled and installed equipment using hand tools and power tools.
- Completed routine preventive maintenance on heavy equipment, minimizing machinery downtime.
- Maintained clean and environmentally safe work area.
- Moved heavy machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
- Signaled crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate and aligned unit to centerline.
- Used and maintained shop equipment to prevent downtime and reduce safety hazards.
- Dismantled machines, categorized parts by carefully documenting components and moved equipment into storage.
- Read diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment following layout plans.
- Reviewed equipment and daily job specifications, drawings, and blueprints to properly and safely assemble machinery.
- Used rigging, hoists and equipment to move heavy machinery between locations and complete installations.
- Observed required safety measures when using blowtorches, wrenches and forklifts to maintain high standards.
- Inspected operating safety devices for proper functionality after repairs, installations, modifications and installations.
Equipment Maintenance / Landscaping
Davis Landscaping Company
South Haven, MI
07.2018 - 03.2020
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment to ensure smooth operation.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Provided support in the construction of decks, fences, retaining walls and other structures related to landscape design.
- Operated mowers, trimmers, and other landscaping equipment to maintain lawns and gardens.
Welder and Fabricator
Various Employers
Various Cities, MI
07.2010 - 07.2018
- Fabricated metal components using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene welding.
- Assembled parts into larger structures following blueprints and engineering specifications.
- Inspected welds for quality assurance purposes to ensure adherence to standards.
- Performed routine maintenance on welding equipment including torches and regulators.
- Operated forklifts, cranes, hoists and other material handling equipment to move materials around shop floor.
- Cut materials with plasma cutters, oxy-acetylene torches or mechanical shears according to specifications.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts by welding them back together.
- Built jigs and fixtures used in the production of various products.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations at all times while working on the shop floor.
Education
Journeyman Card - Millwright
Millwright Apprenticeship
Wayland, MI03-2024
Welding Certifications - Welding Technology
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MIBlueprint Reading Certification - Blueprint Reading
Lake Michigan College
Benton Harbor, MITimeline
Journeyman Millwright
Local 1102 Millwright
03.2020 - Current
Equipment Maintenance / Landscaping
Davis Landscaping Company
07.2018 - 03.2020
Welder and Fabricator
Various Employers
07.2010 - 07.2018
Journeyman Card - Millwright
Millwright Apprenticeship
Welding Certifications - Welding Technology
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Blueprint Reading Certification - Blueprint Reading
Lake Michigan College
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