Rob Taylor
Sault Ste. Marie
Summary
Machinist who thrives in a dynamically changing environment while working as a team member and meeting all production deadlines. Dependable self-starter experienced in manufacturing production, assembly, quality assurance and machine operation and maintenance.
Experienced 20 year machinist prepared for this role with strong skills in operating and maintaining manual machining equipment. Focused on precision, safety, and efficiency, ensuring high-quality output. Strong team player adaptable to changing needs, consistently driving successful outcomes through collaboration and reliability. Skilled in interpreting technical drawings, performing accurate measurements, and troubleshooting machinery issues.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Manual Machinist
Algoma Steel Inc.
01.2015 - 10.2024
- Increased production efficiency by implementing effective time management strategies and prioritizing tasks.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and shaping materials according to job specifications.
- Operated various machinery types such as lathes, milling machines, drilling equipment, ensuring versatility and adaptability in different projects.
- Established a reputation for reliability and dependability by consistently producing high-quality work while maintaining an excellent attendance record.Lead hand machinist (conducting daily safety meetings and delegating duties, proper PPE and tooling).
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Trained and coached Over 20 apprentices on proper machine set-up procedures, maintenance, safe operation and cleanliness.
- Followed procedure's, studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Shared knowledge and expertise with junior machinists to foster a collaborative learning environment within the team.
- Operated various machinery types such as lathes, milling machines (gantry, boring), drilling equipment, Surface grinders, Portable line boring, ensuring versatility and adaptability in different projects.
- Combined TIG and MIG welding experience.
- Experienced with Oxy acetylene torch.
- Basic Machining CNC knowledge.
General Machinist
Finns Manufacturing
07.2013 - 11.2014
- Analyzed and interpreted blueprints and diagrams to ensure accuracy of machining operations.
- Operated Boring mills, lathes, Mills, Line Boring
- Lubricated parts, maintained hydraulic oil levels, performed minor and preventative maintenance for accuracy and quality control.
- Operated forklifts and overhead cranes to handle and weigh bundles on the large scale.
- Familiarized with different machine operations and specifications.
General Machinist
Mining Technologies International
03.2005 - 12.2011
- Ensured that all health and safety guidelines were followed in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Portable Line bore operations
- Operated Treepanners and gun drills.
- Operated Boring mills, mills, engine lathes.
- Broached key ways manually and on keyseaters.
- Operated shapers.
- Reported all equipment failures and malfunctions to supervisor.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on machines.
Education
3 Yrs of Trade School (2 Month Periods)
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Greater Sudbury, ONCambridge College - Machinist/Millwright
Industrial Mechanical Maintenance Program
Greater Sudbury, ONSkills
- Attention to detail, critical thinking, problem solving
- Performs all tasks in a safe and responsible manner, while maintaining an organized work area
- Experienced in Analyzing Technical Drawings
- Inspection and Quality Control
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Precision Steel Cutting
- Speeds and feeds optimization
- Precision Tool Sharpening
- Experience with SMAW and MIG welding processes
- Precision line boring, rigging and hoisting
- Portable Milling
- Proficient in millwright tasks
Languages
English
Full Professional
Additional Information
I took a temporary leave from Machining from 2012 to 2013 to conduct concrete work in the Oil Sands. As well, I took a leave from Mining Technologies for a brief period to work for United Machining & Hydraulics, gaining great experience in machining hydraulic cylinder components.
Timeline
Manual Machinist
Algoma Steel Inc.
01.2015 - 10.2024
General Machinist
Finns Manufacturing
07.2013 - 11.2014
General Machinist
Mining Technologies International
03.2005 - 12.2011
3 Yrs of Trade School (2 Month Periods)
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Cambridge College - Machinist/Millwright
Industrial Mechanical Maintenance Program
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