Nathan Riley

Milling Machine Operator

Haley Brothers Inc.

02.2012 - Current

Operated forklift and hand trucks to load, unload and move timber supplies from one destination to another.
Used power saws, circular saws and sanders to cut and trim raw logs into desired sizes and shapes within 1/16".
Seasoned cut lumber to prevent wood shrinkage or warping.
Used trimmer to straighten edges of cut lumber within 1/16".
Guided lumber from sawing machine into conveyor to transport material to trimmer saw.
Sorted and arranged logs and timber according to sizes and wood type to allow for easy identification.
Conducted inspection of logs to identify defects and indicate areas for removal.
Conducted thorough inspections of finished work to assess quality and conformance with production specifications, documented measurements, graded products and removed defective pieces from line.
Achieved production targets and produced high-quality work by utilizing correct cutting tools, accessories and management strategies for specific customer needs.
Boosted production success by taking on extra tasks, collaborating with team members, sharing expertise with new employees and looking for ways to boost efficiency.
Enhanced cuts made by CNC machinery through accurate equipment setup, tool positioning and production monitoring, stepping in quickly to make proactive adjustments and keep production on targets.
Updated daily logs and discussed activities such as output, materials usage, and equipment concerns to address and resolve problems affecting production.
Moved controls to properly position tools and workpieces, set specific feeds and determine cut depths for optimal operations.
Protected team members and boosted performance by operating equipment safely and in accordance with company compliance measures.
Removed workpieces from machines and checked for conformity with specifications using measuring instruments such as microscopes, calipers and micrometers.
Removed, sharpened and replaced worn cutting tools to maintain precise cutting tolerances.