NICHOLAS KEWAGESHIG
Kitchener,ON
Summary
Knowledgeable machinist with solid background in manual machining operations and tool handling. Successfully completed various complex projects, demonstrating keen eye for detail and commitment to high-quality standards. Proven ability in utilizing technical skills and problem-solving to maintain and operate machinery efficiently.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
General Machinist
Macromotion Hydraulics
08.2019 - Current
- Disassembled faulty components and replaced with new parts in accordance with manufacturer specifications
- Installed new hydraulic systems including power units, manifolds, control valves, cylinders and other associated equipment
- Operated manual lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders, saws and other related equipment for machining operations
- Utilized measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and height gauges to ensure accuracy of parts
- Adjusted cutting tools to achieve desired dimensions while maintaining tight tolerances
- Conducted preventive maintenance on machinery to reduce downtime due to mechanical failures
- Trained personnel in the safe operation of machine tools and related equipment
- Managed inventory levels of raw materials
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Assessed and tore down parts such as pumps, motors and cylinders in different pieces of equipment.
General Machinist
Fil-Trek Corporation
06.2015 - 06.2019
- Machining exotic alloys such as Inconel, Hastelloy, Titanium, Monel
- Trained new machinist's in safe operation and company procedures
- Developed jigs, fixtures and tooling to meet project requirements.
General Machinist
Nopak Canada
02.2013 - 05.2015
- Performed routine machine maintenance and repaired minor damages.
- Machined parts for the pneumatics industry out of metal, plastics and composites.
- Operation of manual lathes, mills, grinders, and drilling machines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bluevale Collegiate Institute
Waterloo, Ontario06-2013
Skills
- Visual Inspection
- Instrument Calibration
- Detail Oriented
- Time management abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Forklift Operation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Ojibwe
Elementary
Timeline
General Machinist
Macromotion Hydraulics
08.2019 - Current
General Machinist
Fil-Trek Corporation
06.2015 - 06.2019
General Machinist
Nopak Canada
02.2013 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Bluevale Collegiate Institute