Mitch Polding
Russell
Summary
Professional operator with strong expertise in mill operations. Adept at ensuring smooth workflow, machine maintenance, and quality control. Skilled in teamwork, problem-solving, and adapting to changing demands. Known for reliability and achieving operational goals through focused effort and collaboration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Mill Operator
Nutrien
01.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated versatility by operating various types of milling machines as required based on production needs.
- Gained expertise in multiple areas of mill operations, allowing for seamless transitions between roles when needed due to absences or personnel changes.
- Improved production efficiency by optimizing mill settings and implementing preventative maintenance procedures.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles into daily routines, reducing waste while maintaining high-quality outputs.
- Current and active member of the Emergency Response Team, completing training in Medical First Responder to help better assist myself and others should medical emergencies arise
Owner and Red Seal Journey Person Carpenter
Mitch Polding Carpentry MPC
01.2014 - Current
- Self employed carpentry business
- Met with clients to go over residential and commercial build projects
- Liaised with all contractors, engineers, building planning, building inspectors etc to ensure all aspects of projects were completed to industry standards and codes
- Employed up to 10 members of staff
- In charge of planning, coordinating and executing of projects from initial planning to completion
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- General carpentry duties
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
Mill Operator
Nutrien Potash Mine
01.2013 - 01.2015
- General maintenance and operation of the mill
- Participated in emergency response training and practice
- Completed training and worked as relief supervisor as and when need arose
Carpenter
Iris Contractors
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Organizing of jobsites
- Ensuring budgets and projects were followed, kept to and completed within time frames
- Delegating jobs to coworkers as they arose
- General carpentry duties
Education
Grade 12 Graduate -
Major Pratt Collegiate
Russell, MB01.2005
Red Seal Journey Person Certificate - Carpentry
Red River College
Winnipeg, MB01.2013
Skills
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Problem resolution
- Thinking on the fly
- Adaptive learning
Employment Objective
To re gain employment with Nutrien Potash Mine.
Timeline
Mill Operator
Nutrien
01.2024 - Current
Owner and Red Seal Journey Person Carpenter
Mitch Polding Carpentry MPC
01.2014 - Current
Mill Operator
Nutrien Potash Mine
01.2013 - 01.2015
Carpenter
Iris Contractors
01.2008 - 01.2013
Red Seal Journey Person Certificate - Carpentry
Red River College
Grade 12 Graduate -
Major Pratt Collegiate
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