Skilled Millwright Apprentice with hands-on experience in industrial maintenance and repair. Strengths include mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and strict adherence to safety protocols. Contributed to increased productivity through efficient machine maintenance and troubleshooting in previous roles.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Millwright Apprentice
Three Rivers Corporation
Midland, MI
04.2024 - Current
Used and maintained shop equipment to prevent downtime and reduce safety hazards.
Inspected and completed troubleshooting to repair machinery.
Fabricated custom machine components from raw materials using various tools such as lathes, drills and milling machines.
Maintained accurate records of repairs and preventive maintenance activities.
Adjusted machinery and repaired or replaced defective parts to save company on repair fees.
Read blueprints to determine project requirements.
Installed, aligned and balanced machinery components.
Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
Tool Die Maker
Siler Precision Machine Inc.
Merrill, MI
03.2017 - 04.2024
Operated manual and CNC mills, lathes, surface grinders and other machine shop equipment safely and efficiently
Programmed CNC machines using G-code instructions to produce jigs, fixtures and tooling
Worked closely with team members to resolve any issues that arose during production runs
Provided technical guidance to junior staff members when required
Analyzed blueprints, drawings, specifications, materials, or sample parts to determine dimensions or tolerances of finished work pieces
Performed regular maintenance on CNC machines and other related equipment to ensure safe operation
Designed jigs, fixtures, and templates for use as work aids in fabrication of parts or products
Studied blueprints, sketches, models, and specifications to plan sequences of operations for fabricating tools, dies, or assemblies
Car Mechanic
Gene's Garage Inc.
Hemlock, MI
07.2014 - 03.2017
Evaluated vehicle performance by conducting road tests prior to completion of repairs
Diagnosed electrical problems involving wiring harnesses and sensors on modern vehicles
Demonstrated ability to diagnose and repair complex mechanical issues using advanced diagnostic equipment
Conducted preventative maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and battery tests
Proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools, and specialized automotive equipment
Rebuilt engines according to manufacturer specifications using precision measuring instruments
Education
High School Diploma -
Hemlock High School
Hemlock, MI
06-2015
Skills
Manual machining
CNC programming
Blueprint reading
Fixture design
Surface grinding
Tool Maintenance
Safety Procedures
Computer Skills
Measurement tools
Equipment repair
Safety compliance
Attention to detail
Effective communication
Problem solving
Equipment rebuilding
Precision alignment
Equipment troubleshooting
Pump maintenance
References
Steve Siler, Siler Precision Machine Inc., President, (989) 642-7793, steve@silermachine.com Former Employer
Matt Hoffman, Corteva Agriscience, Small Project Work Coordinator, (989) 423-3267, matthew.hoffman@corteva.com Mentor
Mylan Thompson, Merrill Tool And Machine, Tool Die Maker, (989) 284-2210, mylanthompson@gmail.com Former Co-worker