Zachary Murphy
West Monroe,LA
Summary
Skilled machinist with 15+ years of experience in manual and CNC operation, blueprint reading, precision measurement, machine setup, and calibration. Known for safe work practices, quality inspection, and fast support for urgent mill repairs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Machinist
Pulp Mill Services Inc
Monroe, LA
08.2023 - Current
- Machined pulp mill components using lathes, mills, and grinders at Pulp Mill Services Inc..
- Read blueprints and drawings for custom repair work on mill equipment.
- Measured shafts, bearings, and fittings with calipers and micrometers.
- Checked parts for tolerance, finish, and proper alignment before installation.
- Set up machining tools and selected cuts for steel and alloy materials.
- Followed safety procedures and lockout steps during equipment servicing.
- Worked with maintenance crews on urgent mill repairs and part fabrication.
- Performed routine machinery maintenance, including lubrication and cleaning.
- Replaced worn cutting tools during machining operations to maintain precision and efficiency. during operation as needed.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or corrected machine controls when automatic programming failed or machines malfunctioned.
- Follow written instructions to set up and operate manual equipment and computer-controlled production machines.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Set up and operate various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
- Fabricated tools, jigs, and fixtures to support manufacturing and engineering needs.
- Instructed new employees on safe and efficient operation of machinery in the manufacturing process. on use of machinery used in the manufacturing process.
- Verified finished workpieces against specifications using precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates, and protractors.
- Calibrated machinery to support performance according to prescribed standards and project needs.
- Built offset corrections for tool wear, broken tools, and casting variations.
- Selected speeds and feeds according to metal type and finish specifications.
- Operated manual lathes to turn shafts and cut threads into shafts.
Machine Operator
Steel Fabricators of MonroeLLC
Monroe, LA
05.2008 - 08.2023
- Operated fabrication machines for steel components in a Monroe shop setting.
- Set up press brakes, saws, and shears for production runs.
- Adjusted machine controls to match blueprint specifications and material needs.
- Inspected steel parts for alignment, dimensions, and surface finish.
- Loaded raw steel into equipment and removed finished fabricated pieces.
- Maintained safe work areas by organizing tools and equipment around heavy fabrication machinery.
- Monitored machine performance, ensuring timely reporting of equipment issues to maintenance staff for prompt resolution.
- Supported shop workflow with material handling, staging, and line readiness.
- Adjusted machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
- Observed machine operations to detect problems or defects in the finished product.
- Completed regular safety checks on machinery before operation.
- Followed company policies for quality control procedures.
- Monitored feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Prepared machines for production by installing required tools and parts.
- Inspected finished workpieces to confirm conformance with specifications.
- Recorded production information such as quantities produced and materials used on daily logs.
- Conducted periodic maintenance on machines, including cleaning and lubrication, to ensure optimal operational condition.
- Monitored production line for pile-ups and jams.
- Identified and resolved malfunctions in equipment and production processes, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Verified production orders before starting set-up.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve project completion.
- Replaced worn tools, sharpened cutting tools, and adjusted machinery components.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Ouachita High School
West Monroe, LA05-2008
Skills
- Manual and CNC operation
- Blueprint and schematic reading
- Precision measurement
- Machine setup and calibration
- Tool compensation
- Equipment and machine maintenance
- Quality inspection
- Preventive maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team communication
- Time management
- Metalworking techniques
- Tapping and milling operations
- Surface grinding and deburring
- Tapping operations
- Machine calibration
- Precision machining
- CNC machine operation
- Surface grinding
- Deburring
- Tapping and milling
- Machine maintenance
- Part alignment
- Troubleshooting
- Thread cutting
- Precise measuring
Timeline
Machinist
Pulp Mill Services Inc
08.2023 - Current
Machine Operator
Steel Fabricators of MonroeLLC
05.2008 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
West Ouachita High School