Douglas Underland
Medford
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy assembly
Bosch
Owatonna
01.2019 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
Machinist
Sputs performance
Owatonna
03.2004 - 06.2018
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate machining processes.
- Maintained equipment by performing regular inspections and troubleshooting issues.
- Calibrated tools and machinery for optimal performance during production runs.
- Collaborated with engineers to refine specifications and improve production methods.
- Streamlined workflows by organizing workstations for efficient access to tools and materials.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Followed written instructions to set up and operate manual equipment and computer-controlled production machines.
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
- Drilled holes in parts using drill presses.
- Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
- Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines and tap burners to safely produce projects.
- Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates and protractors.
- Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
- Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.
- Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
Machinist
Dynamic spin balance
Owatonna
03.2002 - 03.2004
- Collaborated with engineers to refine specifications and improve production methods.
- Calibrated tools and machinery for optimal performance during production runs.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold strict industry standards in machining work.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Followed written instructions to set up and operate manual equipment and computer-controlled production machines.
- Monitored production output levels and made adjustments as necessary to maintain production goals.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
- Drilled holes in parts using drill presses.
- Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines and tap burners to safely produce projects.
- Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
- Verified conformance of finished work piece to specifications by checking measurements with a variety of precision measuring instruments such as height gauges, surface plates and protractors.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate machining processes.
- Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse.
- Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.
- Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
- Constructed appropriate offset corrections for tool wear, broken tools, and casting variations.
- Selected appropriate speeds and feeds according to metal type and finish specifications.
- Maintained quality and safety standards; kept records of maintenance and repair work.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
- Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
- Maintained logs, lists and files and promptly completed necessary paperwork.
- Sharpened, replaced and tracked cutting tools to adhere to strict quality control and usage schedules.
- Sustained lockout and tag-out safety protocols by properly using equipment and materials.
- Assembled machined parts into mechanical units using hand tools and power tools.
- Kept accurate records regarding production numbers and any repairs performed on machinery.
- Inspected material after completion for accurate measurements of dimensions.
- Separated scrap waste and related materials for reuse or recycling.
- Maintained equipment by performing regular inspections and troubleshooting issues.
Education
Medford High School
Medford, MNSkills
- Blueprint interpretation
- Machine calibration
- System analysis
- Equipment maintenance
- Precision machining
- Technical troubleshooting
- Quality control
- Team collaboration
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Innovative thinking
- Organizational skills
- Maintenance & repair
- Multitasking Abilities
- Troubleshooting
Timeline
Heavy assembly
Bosch
01.2019 - Current
Machinist
Sputs performance
03.2004 - 06.2018
Machinist
Dynamic spin balance
03.2002 - 03.2004
Medford High School