NATHANIEL BALLARD
Hartford, KY ***** 270-***-**** ***********@*****.***
Creative Operations Specialist skillful in executing effective operating rhythms and management systems structures. Expertise in analyzing, articulating and solving various problems. Analytical and organized professional comfortable working independently or as part of team. Agile and adaptable staff leader with stellar work history, motivational approach and upbeat nature. Skilled at training employees and leveraging organized approaches to handle daily planning, scheduling and customer service requirements. Forward-thinking and industrious with diplomatic communication style focused on maximizing engagement and satisfaction.
Performance Appraisals
Troubleshooting Technical Issues
Product Knowledge
Quality Management
Technical Support
Employee Evaluation
Performance improvement
Multitasking Abilities
Active Listening
Basic Math
CNC Machinist/team Leader, 06/2020 to 12/2021
RC Components – Bowling Green, KY
Set up and calibrated machinery to meet specific production requirements and meet desired tolerances. Monitored operating machinery to assess progress, adjust settings and maintain desired tension and speeds. Molded team and embraced change to adapt within dynamic market. Maintenance Technician, 12/2018 to 01/2020
DSTA – Beaver Dam, KY
Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision. PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
SKILLS
WORK HISTORY
Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
Reviewed blueprints and specifications to identify most effective ways to approach projects. Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime. Tool Die Maker, 03/2010 to 07/2018
Hartford Standard – Hartford, KY
Computed dimensions, shapes and specific sizes for dies based on design outlines.
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Adjusted and ground dies, tools and parts after production to assure quality control and usability. Selected specific metals and other materials for tools depending on heat tolerance and durability, according to tool functions.
Inspected final products for quality and functionality. Managed proper storage, handling and labeling of hazardous materials. Requisitioned replacement tools, parts and equipment. Created blueprints for new tool designs.
Machinist, 02/2006 to 02/2010
Dhpmanufacturing – Pensacola, FL
Ran heavy duty lathes, boring machines, mills, planers and grinders to craft products. Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards. Interpreted drawings and planed work in proper operational sequence on multi-cut jobs. Consistently exceeded work expectations by utilizing welding techniques, engineering requirements and metallurgic knowledge.
Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining. CNC Machinist, 01/2002 to 12/2005
Royster's Machine Shop – Henderson, KY
Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications. Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups. Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards. Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining. Cnc Machinist/programmer, 09/1997 to 12/2001
J&L Welding And Machine – Owensboro, KY
Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications. Inspected, repaired and replaced system components. Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines. Regularly exceeded daily production goals by effectively troubleshooting machinery and programming issues.
Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders.
Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining. Diploma : General Studies, 05/1995
Ohio County High School - Hartford, KY
No: Machine Tool Technology, 05/1997
Ky Technical College - Owensboro, KY
EDUCATION