Robert Bonham
Pickens,SC
Summary
Resourceful Kiln Operator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in temperature control management, equipment maintenance, and quality assurance to ensure optimal kiln operation. Excel at teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability, contributing to successful project outcomes and continuous process improvement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Kiln Operator
Champion Aerospace
Pickens
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Operated heat-treat kilns for Champion Aerospace components.
- Monitored furnace temperatures and cycle controls.
- Inspected parts for defects before and after kiln runs.
- Verified batch records and process instructions.
- Loaded and unloaded aerospace parts for processing.
- Removed finished products from kilns after cooling period had been completed.
- Cleaned work areas and maintained safety standards.
- Communicated with quality teams on process issues.
- Drove forklift, front-end loader and hoists to move materials and ladles of molten metal.
Farm Maintenance Worker
Benicia farms
Pickens, South Carolina
12.2022 - 07.2023
- Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition, and alleviate downtime.
- Repaired buildings, fences, and other pertinent structures to keep animals properly contained.
- Assisted with fencing, repairs, and general farm maintenance.
- Performing general maintenance tasks such as painting buildings, fixing tools.
Owner/Operator
Bonham Property Maintenance LLC
Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania
03.2008 - 10.2022
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Managed Bonham Property Maintenance LLC service calls for residential and commercial properties.
- Performed interior and exterior repairs across Bonham Property Maintenance LLC job sites.
- Inspected properties for maintenance needs, safety issues, and cleanup requirements.
- Maintained landscaping, mowing, trimming, and seasonal property upkeep.
- Cleaned job sites, removed debris, and prepared spaces for final walkthroughs.
- Documented work orders, materials, and property conditions for Bonham Property Maintenance LLC.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
Education
Jonesboro High School
Jonesboro , AR2 Years - Machine Trades
Jonesboro Votech
Jonesboro , AR 08.1994 - 05.1996
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Process inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Material handling
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Preventive maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Continuous improvement
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability
- Inventory assessment
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Serve customer needs
- Reliability
- Inventory control
Affiliations
- I’m currently building a homestead complete with a log cabin. The cabin is being built with trees that I’m harvesting from the property. It’s something I’ve always dreamed about doing.
- I love gardening most of all I think. It’s definitely where you can find me on my down time.
- I love my critters as well! I’ve got goats and chickens. There’s also two cats, but they don’t consider themselves critters.
- I enjoy wild mushroom hunting. My two favorites are morels and chanterelle.
Certification
- I’ve completed a “Stop the Bleed” course. Certified by Refuge Medical.
- I was also a OSHA certified first responder a very long time ago at a previous company.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kiln Operator
Champion Aerospace
08.2023 - 05.2025
Farm Maintenance Worker
Benicia farms
12.2022 - 07.2023
Owner/Operator
Bonham Property Maintenance LLC
03.2008 - 10.2022
2 Years - Machine Trades
Jonesboro Votech
08.1994 - 05.1996
Jonesboro High School