Stephen Tarr
Oregon City,OR
Summary
Proven track record in precision grinding and equipment maintenance, notably with Orchid Orthopedics Solutions LLC. Skilled in using advanced measuring tools and achieving high-quality standards, demonstrating adaptability and a keen eye for detail. Excelled in safety compliance and efficiency improvements, showcasing a blend of technical prowess and a commitment to excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Polisher and Centerless Grinder Operator
Orchid Orthopedics Solutions LLC
12.2021 - 08.2024
- Ground, sanded or polished objects or parts to correct defects or to prepare surfaces for further finishing using hand tools and power tools.
- Measured and marked equipment, objects or parts to meet grinding and polishing standards.
- Achieved production targets by keeping close eye on materials flow and recalibrating settings to resolve issues.
- Removed surface imperfections and applied chemicals to ready work surfaces.
- Adhered to quality assurance standards through frequent inspections, sampling and deficiency corrections.
- Repaired and maintained equipment, objects or parts using hand tools.
- Monitored safety and remove hazards to keep team members and equipment safe.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Surface Grinder
Link Tool & Manufacturing
12.2014 - 12.2021
- Ran a Blanchard Grinder and Surface Grinder
- Adhered to standard safety and compliance requirements, decreasing accidents and mishaps.
- Blended, buffed or blasted away hanging burrs using abrasives and tools.
- Leveraged fixed or variable measuring instruments to check dimensions and part features.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Centerless Grind Machine Operator
Acra Grinding
09.2009 - 12.2014
- Operated Centerless Grinder, cut-off machine and checking guages
- Experienced with dial indicators and drop guages, surface plates, micrometers, and calipers
- Performed routine preventive maintenance and production adjustments on equipment.
- Outstanding quality record with no rejects or returns
Education
High School Diploma -
Churchill High School
Livonia, MINo Degree - Commercial Arts
Schoolcraft College
Livonia, MISkills
- Set up and operation of centerless grinder, cut-off machine
- Inspected parts for dimensional accuracy and quality using "St Mary's" spin roll work holding fixture with a dial gauge and Sheffield visual gauge comparator
- Set up and ran Blanchard and Surface grinder
- Experience with dial indicators, drop gauges, surface plates, micrometers and calipers
- Hand and power tools
- Safety understanding
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Forklift experience
- Fulfillment, transportation, shipping and receiving
Timeline
Polisher and Centerless Grinder Operator
Orchid Orthopedics Solutions LLC
12.2021 - 08.2024
Surface Grinder
Link Tool & Manufacturing
12.2014 - 12.2021
Centerless Grind Machine Operator
Acra Grinding
09.2009 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Churchill High School
No Degree - Commercial Arts
Schoolcraft College
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