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Hunting , Snowboarding
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Ryan Cormier

West Kelowna,BC

Summary

With a robust background at Gorman Bros. Lumber, I excel in equipment maintenance and demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude. Skilled in component replacement and repair, I ensured machinery efficiency and significantly enhanced production quality. My proactive approach and ability to exceed expectations highlight my dedication to excellence and teamwork.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Planer Technician

Gorman Bros. Lumber
09.2012 - Current
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment and or defects on product being produced
  • Read run sheets and set Planers to run multiple products for customers
  • Maintain equipment through preventative maintenance sheets and report any problems to supervisor that need further attention.
  • Work shutdowns and preform tasks that range from changing chains or belts to welding or installing bearings.
  • Performed quality checks during runs to make sure customers orders met or exceeded expectations

Grinder Technician

Gorman Bros. Lumber
09.2012 - Current
  • Kept equipment in good working order by calibrating settings and performing minor maintenance.
  • Cut knife steel and set heads according to strict tolerances.
  • Adhered to standard safety and compliance requirements, decreasing accidents and mishaps.
  • Manually set up machinery, and grinders.
  • Measure , Torque and Balance heads

Planer Feeder

Gorman Bros. Lumber
09.2012 - Current
  • Operated different hoists and in feed transfers throughout the planer department
  • Read and interoperate run sheets for production runs.
  • Worked with Planer Technician to assist with changeovers or mechanical breakdowns
  • Kept steady flow of lumber to the planers to optimize the most of production

Education

Millwright

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC
06-2023

Skills

  • Component Replacement
  • Equipment Repair
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Mechanical Aptitude

Hunting , Snowboarding

Growing up I have enjoyed the outdoors and am now passing that on to my children who also have a love for it as well. I have enjoyed teaching them about nature along with enjoying all it offers

Timeline

Planer Technician

Gorman Bros. Lumber
09.2012 - Current

Grinder Technician

Gorman Bros. Lumber
09.2012 - Current

Planer Feeder

Gorman Bros. Lumber
09.2012 - Current

Millwright

British Columbia Institute of Technology

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