Stephen Lindsay
Bible Hill,NS
Summary
Quality-driven production leader with proven success in organizing workflows and coordinating resources to meet challenging goals. Industrious professional and resourceful problem-solver with persistent approach to tackling operational concerns. Good decision-making and team-building abilities with open and clear communication style. Fifteen years experience working world wide as a Turbine Machinist Specialist at various power generation stations. Extensive work on boiler feed pump rebuilds
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Fundy Machining & Millwright Service
Truro, NS
02.2022 - Current
- Directed daily production operations to ensure efficient and cost-effective workflow.
- Monitored and maintained quality control standards, ensuring that products met customer requirements.
- Developed and implemented safety policies and procedures in compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Coordinated the maintenance of equipment, tools, and facilities to maximize efficiency.
- Trained new personnel on the safe operation of machinery and production processes.
- Resolved employee issues or grievances related to safety, productivity, or morale issues.
- Evaluated performance of employees on a regular basis to identify areas for improvement.
- Created weekly work schedules to meet customer demands while optimizing labor costs.
- Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
- Established and updated production schedules to meet changing demands.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Oversaw inventory and physical counts and performed periodic cycle counts to verify outgoing orders.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
Field Machinist
Fundy Machining and Millwright Service
Truro, NS
03.2007 - 03.2022
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Read blueprints, skhes, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Assembled machined parts into mechanical units using hand tools and power tools.
- Observed machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machines accordingly.
- Supervised other workers engaged in operating machines and making repairs on machinery.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications.
- Trained, directed and instructed apprentices and helpers to increase production levels and meet established goals.
- Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
- Designed detailed preventive maintenance schedules to enhance tool performance.
Machine Shop Manager
Truro Machine Works
Truro, NS
09.1990 - 03.2006
- Maintained accurate records of finished products, materials used, and costs associated with each job.
- Ensured all machinery was properly calibrated and maintained in safe working order.
- Organized regular inventory checks to ensure adequate stock levels were maintained.
- Provided technical support to employees on the proper use of tools and machines.
- Worked closely with customers throughout the manufacturing process to guarantee satisfaction with final product.
Education
Machinist Certification -
Colchester Regional Vocational School
Truro, NS06-1985
High School Diploma -
Cobequid Educational Centre
Truro, NS06-1983
Skills
- Manufacturing Management Experience
- Work Scheduling
- Production Planning
- Work Supervision
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Cost Evaluation
- Forward-Thinking Mindset
- Engineering Concepts
- Field Operations
- Blueprint Interpretation Expertise
- Mechanical Aptitude
Timeline
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
Fundy Machining & Millwright Service
02.2022 - Current
Field Machinist
Fundy Machining and Millwright Service
03.2007 - 03.2022
Machine Shop Manager
Truro Machine Works
09.1990 - 03.2006
Machinist Certification -
Colchester Regional Vocational School
High School Diploma -
Cobequid Educational Centre
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