KENDALL J FOX
*** ***** *** ******, **************, NC 28792 C: 828-***-**** ***********@*****.*** Highly motivated recent graduate coupling education and 13 years of hands on experience thriving in a dynamically changing environments. High-level experience setting up and operating a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments, including fabricating, modifying and repairing mechanical instruments. Associate of Science: Mechatronics, 2016
Blue Ridge Community College - Hendersonville, NC
Certification: Maintenance, 2016
Blue Ridge Community College - Hendersonville, NC
CAD
Metal fabrication
Microcomputer controlled systems
Performance optimization
Troubleshooting (issues)
Creative problem solving
Safety procedures knowledge
Excellent Communication skills
Skilled in final assembly
Mechanical assembly
Fusing, cutting and measuring tool experience
Knowledge of metal parts and assemblies
Capable of heavy lifting
Works well independently
Ladder logic knowledge
Self motivated
Finishing Operator, 04/2016 to Current
Elkamet – Hendersonville, NC
Repair and calibrate equipment using precision measuring instruments. Diagnose mechanical problems and determined the best ways to correct them. Inspect drives, motors and belts.
Follows routine and preventative maintenance checklists. Repair defective equipment parts.
Reference blueprints, repair manuals and parts catalogs for complex repairs. Regularly monitored facilities for safety hazards. Provide outstanding internal customer service.
Accurately read, understand, and carry out written and verbal instructions. Attend safety meetings to ensure machine operation safety. Communicate operational issues and changes to supervisor on regular basis. Maintenance Machine Operator, 01/2015 to 04/2016
Transylvania Vocational Services – Brevard, NC
Effectively uses Program Logic Communications to specificity. Performs data analysis and provided recommendations Recognize and reports defective material Observe all safety policies and procedures Closely inspect parts to ensure they are clean and free of contaminants. Implement systems to improve process efficiency and reduce the project duration. Make critical adjustments to component values and settings during testing. Completes projects by effectively applying engineering, technical and maintenance procedures. Logs detailed and thorough records of maintenance performed. Overhauls heavy machinery such as pumps, fans, governors and gear reducers. Ensures temperature controls are set and adjusted according to specifications. Routinely monitors the feed and speed of machines during the machining process. PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
EDUCATION
SKILLS
WORK HISTORY
Technician, 07/2014 to 01/2015
Kyocera – Hendersonville, NC
Successfully maintained and adjusted veneer calibrations. Assembled industrial ceramics ensuring temperature settings accurate according to specifications. Accurately documented adjustments.
Ensured surface grinders setting functioning properly. Adjusted solar power programming machinery.
Use precision tools for accuracy.
Mechanical Operator, 07/2002 to 09/2009
Print Pack – Hendersonville, NC
Machine operator of seven color printing press that maintained material for flexible and specialty rigid packaging.
Ensured equipment was operating correctly by utilizing monitors and gauges on the equipment. Read and implement specifications according to blueprints. Made proper adjustments to ensure customer and company satisfaction. Temporary Employment (Agency assignments): Manual Woodworkers, INC 2/2012-1/2013; Medical Action 3/2013-5/2013; Federal Paperboard 6/2013-12/2013
Robotic Club, Football Coach, Civic Organizations, Fork lift operator ADDITIONAL EMPLOYEMENT/INFORMATION