Detail-oriented professional with experience at Sportsman Boats Manufacturing, skilled in blueprint interpretation and operating hand/power tools. Proven ability to ensure high-quality standards and safety compliance while collaborating effectively with team members. Strong problem-solving and communication skills contribute to achieving production goals and enhancing overall efficiency.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cut and Grind
Sportsman Boats Manufacturing
Summerville, SC
04.2024 - Current
Use tools to cut away excess fiberglass or other materials from molded parts, ensuring they fit together correctly.
Operate grinders, sanders, and other tools to remove rough edges, smooth surfaces, correct defects, and prepare surfaces for further finishing.
Drill holes in various parts, such as decks, hulls, and liners, for the installation of hardware and instruments.
Inspect completed parts to ensure they meet established quality standards and fit properly.
Move and transport parts to the cutting and grinding area, and then to their next stage of assembly or processing.
Maintain a clean and orderly workspace, ensuring tools and equipment are put away properly.
Operate various tools, including angle grinders, drills, saws, and sanders.
Have a keen eye for detail is essential for ensuring parts meet quality standards and for precision work.
Have strict adherence to safety procedures and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as respirators, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and instructions to understand specifications and procedures.
Stand, walk, and lift for extended periods.
Collaborate effectively with team members to achieve production goals.
Have high standards of safety and quality.Use computers and software applications in a production environment.
Look up/read/comprehend technical work instructions, drawings, and specifications.
Wear required protective clothing/equipment for the task you are performing.
Use chemical solvents, sealants, coatings, primers, adhesives, paints and finishes.
<ul>
<li>Tack-welded, clamped, and bolted parts to achieve desired specifications for slingshots and Rangers.</li>
<li>Analyzed parts for defects and made necessary repairs before sending parts to be inspected.</li>
<li>Trainer for welding processes for engine manufacturing.</li>
<li>Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.</li>
<li>Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.</li>
<li>Inspected incoming raw materials for non-conforming items and notified suppliers of any discrepancies.</li>
<li>Verified proper labeling, packaging, shipping and receiving documentation prior to releasing products from the facility.</li>
<li>Replaced defective components or parts as needed.</li>
<li>Reviewed technical manuals and other documents related to product operation and maintenance requirements.</li>
<li>Tested assembled items with appropriate equipment to ensure proper functioning.</li>
<li>Operated a variety of hand tools including drills, saws, grinders, and riveters.</li>
<li>Inspected welds for accuracy, strength, and adherence to safety standards.</li>
<li>Dismantled defective assemblies using hand tools, power tools, hoists, cranes.</li>
<li>Utilized thermal cutting tools including oxy-acetylene torches to cut metal components prior to welding repairs.</li>
</ul> at Polaris<ul>
<li>Tack-welded, clamped, and bolted parts to achieve desired specifications for slingshots and Rangers.</li>
<li>Analyzed parts for defects and made necessary repairs before sending parts to be inspected.</li>
<li>Trainer for welding processes for engine manufacturing.</li>
<li>Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.</li>
<li>Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.</li>
<li>Inspected incoming raw materials for non-conforming items and notified suppliers of any discrepancies.</li>
<li>Verified proper labeling, packaging, shipping and receiving documentation prior to releasing products from the facility.</li>
<li>Replaced defective components or parts as needed.</li>
<li>Reviewed technical manuals and other documents related to product operation and maintenance requirements.</li>
<li>Tested assembled items with appropriate equipment to ensure proper functioning.</li>
<li>Operated a variety of hand tools including drills, saws, grinders, and riveters.</li>
<li>Inspected welds for accuracy, strength, and adherence to safety standards.</li>
<li>Dismantled defective assemblies using hand tools, power tools, hoists, cranes.</li>
<li>Utilized thermal cutting tools including oxy-acetylene torches to cut metal components prior to welding repairs.</li>
</ul> at Polaris