Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
COMMUNICATION
LEADERSHIP
Timeline
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John William Cherry

Rocky Mount

Summary

Experienced Mill Operator, skilled in operating various milling tools and machines. Also able to troubleshoot and diagnose machinery issues.

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

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Welder

BEFCO
02.2017 - Current
  • Conducted routine maintenance on welding machines, enhancing operational efficiency and minimizing downtime.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow, improving productivity in a fast-paced environment.
  • Trained junior welders on safety protocols and proper equipment usage, fostering a culture of safety and compliance.
  • Implemented quality control measures to verify weld integrity, ensuring adherence to industry standards and specifications.

Mill Operator

Bridgestone Firestone
11.2017 - 02.2024
  • Fed rubber into a mill machine and monitored the slurry; Read blueprints or CAD designs to set the milling machine correctly before loading materials. Responsible for removing and recycling salvaged materials left over after the milling process; Inspected work pieces for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to enhance operational efficiency and minimize downtime.
  • Trained new operators on equipment usage, safety protocols, and standard operating procedures.

Welder

Dustex
07.2011 - 07.2016
  • Maintained, operated and repaired wide variety of welding equipment; Fabricated metal structures by using welders, cutters, shapers and various measuring tools; Produced and maintained metal products and structures according to client specification.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure precise fabrication and assembly of structures.
  • Operated MIG and TIG welding equipment to produce high-quality welds on various metal components.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rocky Mount Senior High
01.1990

Skills

  • Machine Operations
  • Safety Procedures
  • Quality Assurance
  • Trouble Shooting
  • Production Monitoring

COMMUNICATION

Collaborated with other professionals in a team setting to make sure projects were completed safely and on schedule.

LEADERSHIP

Used problem-solving skills to anticipate and overcome challenges, build trust and manage risk.

Timeline

Mill Operator

Bridgestone Firestone
11.2017 - 02.2024

Welder

BEFCO
02.2017 - Current

Welder

Dustex
07.2011 - 07.2016

High School Diploma -

Rocky Mount Senior High
John William Cherry