Franklin Armstrong
Glendale, AZ ***** ****************@*****.*** 779-***-****
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Dedicated, reliable and self-motivated Mechanical Assembler with 10 years of experience from automated medical devices, lifting equipment, to staking layouts for roads and utilities. Adept at assessing needs, generating options and implementing solutions working with assemblers, welders, machinist, engineers and salespersons.
QUALIFICATIONS
Evaluate and interpret engineering drawings, electrical and mechanical plus blueprint reading
Operation of fork lifts, electric and manual pallet lifts/jacks, stand-up and sit down fork lifts
Prioritize mechanical and electrical assembly process
Solve mechanical assembly process issues
Safety management; equipment operation, hazardous material
Quality management: inspection tools, calipers, micrometers
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Programs (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Worked both as a team member and independently
Work well under pressure as part of a team
Operation of power tools, hand tools, reading gauges
WORK EXPERIENCE
Electric Press Operator Randstad/Rogers Corporation Chandler, AZ (05/2016 – 08/2016)
Operated electric presses for laminates
Broke down, etched and labeled laminates
Connectivity solutions for computer boards that go into satellites
Assembler/Welder Parker/Hannifin Glendale, AZ (02/2016 - 03/2016)
Welded and gauged of gas turbine fuel nozzles
Class A Mechanical Assembler Caldwell Rockford, IL (04/2014 - 11/2015)
Prepared and streamlined a logical build sequence by analyzing and interpreting blue prints for standard lifters and custom lifters.
Performed final testing on all assembled units, verifying proper unit function troubleshooting as needed.
Diagnosed and recorded repair recommendations for customers, regarding "Inspect and Advise" request
Overhauled and rebuilt damaged lifters to optimal performance, returning the lifter to full service
Field Technician/Mechanical Assembler - Forte Automation Machesney Park, IL (05/2012 - 03/2014)
Responsible for building, installing, and debugging medical automation equipment
Examined blue print specification, defining required parts, tools, and accurate measurements
Resolved assembly issues by identifying missed or erroneous blueprint information; consulting with subject matter experts and recommending changes
Recorded production process and quality actions ensuring standard work completion
Class C Assembler Winergy Drive Systems Elgin, IL (03/2010 - 04/2012)
Assembled wind turbine gear boxes
Applied standard safety practices for crane and fork truck operation, and hazardous materials
PPE 6S Captain
Instrument Person McClure Engineering Rockford, IL (02/2008 - 12/2008)
Monitored teams, staking and road layout, property corners, and buildings
Conserved resources, using only required equipment and supplies, accomplishing job completion
Ensured safety and quality standards are implemented
Field Engineer Bluff City Materials Elgin, IL (05/2005 - 11/2008)
Operated GPS survey equipment for construction staking, road layouts and utility lines
Surveyed water and land elevations
Managed aggregate inventory quantities