Zachary Martin
Purlear
Summary
Hardworking operator skilled in quality control and machine and equipment troubleshooting paired with outstanding time management and multitasking abilities. Quick learner offering a decade of experience operating machines of various magnitudes and several years of grading lumber. Focused on reducing costs and increasing productivity.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Operator/Grader
Church & Church lumber company
Wilkesboro
05.2023 - 12.2025
- Operated machinery for lumber production and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
- Maintained equipment by performing regular inspections and preventative maintenance tasks.
- Valued and marked lumber in compliance with the NHLA rule book and specs of the customer.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
Operator
Tigerton lumber co.
Tigerton
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Operated machinery for lumber processing and production tasks.
- Maintained safety protocols and ensured compliance with industry regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and efficiency.
Headsawyer/Preturner
Meister log and lumber
Reedsburg
03.2018 - 11.2021
- Operated and maintained headrig and sawmill equipment to efficiently break down logs into lumber according to production specifications
- Evaluated log quality, species, and defects to determine optimal cutting patterns and maximize lumber yield
- Set up and adjusted saws, guides, and feed systems to ensure accurate cuts and consistent product quality
- Monitored production flow to meet daily output targets while minimizing waste and downtime
Operator
Ottawa forrest products inc.
Amasa
06.2016 - 03.2018
- Oriented logs specifically for railroad tie production, ensuring proper face, grain, and dimensions.
- Assisted in maintaining the standards for length, width, thickness, and grade during breakdown.
- Performed blade changes, routine maintenance, and basic troubleshooting on edger equipment.
- Operated edger machinery to size and square lumber to required dimensions and grade specifications
Education
Olympic High School
Charlotte, NCSkills
- Equipment operation
- Machine maintenance
- Quality control
- Lumber grading
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operator/Grader
Church & Church lumber company
05.2023 - 12.2025
Operator
Tigerton lumber co.
11.2021 - 04.2022
Headsawyer/Preturner
Meister log and lumber
03.2018 - 11.2021
Operator
Ottawa forrest products inc.
06.2016 - 03.2018
Olympic High School