ERNEST

KENDER

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757-***-****

Gulfport, MS 39503

Determined Maintenance Worker with skills performing routine operation checks on work equipment and always exercising safety measures to limit injuries. Hardworking employee with over 40 years of carrying out oral and written instructions effectively and efficiently. Uses constructive criticism to improve skills and job

performance.

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

United States Marine from Jan 81 to Dec of 88.s Shop forman at Bandag and Michelin Truck tire retread shops. Have operated forklifts for over 25 years. Can fix just about anything

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Taber Extrution - Saw Operator

Gulfport, MS • 11/2023 - 01/2024

Metadyne - Press Operator

Gulfport, MS • 05/2023 - 10/2023

pressed metal parts

WORK HISTORY

Increased production efficiency by maintaining saw equipment and performing regular blade replacements.

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Ensured timely completion of projects by accurately measuring and cutting materials according to

specifications.

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Reduced material waste with precise measurements and effective use of raw materials.

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Enhanced workplace safety by consistently following established safety protocols and guidelines for saw operations.

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Contributed to quality control efforts by inspecting finished products for accuracy and adherence to project specifications.

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SKILLS

• Blade Installation

• Project Requirements

• Equipment Maintenance

• Machinery Setup

Preventive Machine

Maintenance

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• Quality Control

• Controls Adjustment

Lockout and Tagout

Processes

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• Stock Management

• Blueprint Interpretation

Customer Needs

Assessments

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Training Junior Team

Members

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• Materials Cutting

• Raw Materials Handling

• Steel Cutting

• Corrective Maintenance

• Test Data

• Minor Repairs

• Work Orders

• Power Saws

• Assembly Station Setup

• Waste Reduction

• Operational Procedures

• Operational Improvements

• Maintenance Processes

• Fork Truck Driving

• Saw Operation

• Critical Thinking

• Creative Solutions

• Maintenance Requirements

• Maintain Equipment

• Materials Reuse

Process Improvement

Initiatives

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• Company Quality Standards

Tidewater Community

College

Chesapeake, VA • 12/2010

Associate of Applied

Science: Construction

Management

Bullard - Havens Technical

High School

Bridgeport, CT • 06/1980

High School Diploma

EDUCATION

• Dean's List

• Honor Roll

Professional Development:

certificate in heating and

air

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Professional Development:

auto shop was a technical

high

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Hood Industries - Patch Line Operator

Wiggins, MS • 10/2019 - 05/2023

Amf Bowling Centers Inc - Maintenance Mechanic

Chesapeake, VA • 07/2011 - 09/2019

Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment

operating at peak performance.

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Enhanced production efficiency by optimizing machine settings and conducting regular maintenance.

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Reduced downtime through proactive troubleshooting and implementing effective solutions to line issues.

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Maintained high-quality standards by performing regular quality checks on products throughout the production process.

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Collaborated with team members to achieve daily

production targets and consistently meet deadlines.

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Streamlined workflows for improved efficiency by

identifying bottlenecks in the production line and implementing changes as needed.

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Improved equipment uptime by performing routine

maintenance and timely repairs on machinery.

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Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and diagnosing complex mechanical issues for efficient resolution.

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Ensured safety compliance with regular inspections and adherence to OSHA regulations during maintenance

tasks.

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Enhanced operational efficiency by maintaining clean work environments and implementing organization

strategies.

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Started bowling on leagues when I was 8 been bowling ever since worked as a maintenance mechanic at AMF

Chesapeake VA for 10 years. Always loved camping started going with my parents then friends then the Marine Corps and with my own family. My Mom started me doing puzzles when I was about 5 she started me on 500 piece puzzles now I can put a 1000 piece puzzle together in very little time have many finished puzzles on my facebook page BOWLING, CAMPING, AND PUTTING PUZZLES

TOGETHER

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