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William Foster

Ocala

Summary

Field Machinist with 20+ years of experience machining critical components within nuclear power plants around the world. Experience includes assisting with equipment design, manufacturing, testing, and operation; as well as training and overseeing others in the safe operation of field equipment and implementing safety and procedural protocols.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Machinist

WEI Energy Services(contractor for PCI/Westinghous
West End
09.2004 - 08.2023
  • Assembled machined parts into mechanical units using hand and power tools.
  • Trained new personnel in the safe and efficient operation of the company's proprietary equipment.
  • Monitored machine operation to detect any malfunctions or deviations from expected performance.
  • Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.
  • Assisted with equipment and tool design,manufacturing, testing, and operation.
  • Inspected material after completion for accurate dimensions.
  • Set up and operated various machines and tools to modify and/or repair plant components.
  • Observed operating equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions and determine need for adjustments, repairs, or modifications.
  • Ground cutting tools to accomplish specific geometries and surface finishes.
  • Selected appropriate speeds and feeds according to material type and finish specifications.
  • Incorporated new preventive and corrective maintenance processes to increase equipment function and longevity.
  • Maintained quality and safety standards at all times.
  • Supervised other workers operating machines and making repairs on machinery.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols.
  • Followed established safety procedures while operating machinery.
  • Set up, adjusted, and operated basic or specialized machine tools to perform precision machining operations.
  • Dismantled and inspected components to complete necessary adjustments and repairs.
  • Troubleshot issues with machines and made necessary repairs or adjustments.
  • Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining processes.
  • Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments.
  • Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.

Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to implement safe operating procedures and accomplish production and profit goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dunnellon High School
Dunnellon, FL
06-1997

Skills

  • Machinery calibration
  • Precision measurement
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Troubleshooting techniques
  • Mechanical assembly
  • Safety compliance
  • Machine operation
  • Worksite safety
  • Equipment design
  • Troubleshooting
  • Material handling

Timeline

Field Machinist

WEI Energy Services(contractor for PCI/Westinghous
09.2004 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

Dunnellon High School
William Foster