MICHAEL SMITH
Cheshire
Summary
Results-driven professional specialising in precision and quality control. Enhances production efficiency and reliability through effective problem-solving. Conducts precision laser cutting and quality checks to ensure high-standard output. Maintains machinery and resolves faults to minimise downtime. Holds a Full UK Clean Driving Licence and Stacker Truck Licence, contributing to safe site operations and timely deliveries.
Overview
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1
Certification
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Laser cutting machine operator
Dukinfield Metal Spinning
Audenshaw, Manchester
06.2010 - Current
- Operated advanced laser cutting equipment to produce precision parts.
- Executed precise cutting tasks using advanced laser equipment. for high-quality output.
- Utilised various laser settings to achieve desired effects on materials.
- Adjusted laser parameters for optimum results on different surfaces.
- Followed complex drawings accurately, ensuring high-quality final products.
- Measured and inspected finished products for quality against work order specifications.
- Prepared raw materials for processing, accelerating production time.
- Monitored raw material stock levels to maintain adequate quantity for production and eliminate downtime.
- Assisted in troubleshooting, minimising downtime significantly.
- Reduced errors during operation by conducting regular checks on machine calibration.
- Increased efficiency through routine maintenance of the laser cutting machine.
- Carried out routine inspections with a view to maintaining machine health.
- Resolved minor mechanical issues, optimising machine functionality.
- Maintained cleanliness in work areas to promote safety and efficiency., tidy and hazard-free to uphold general safety and security.
- Ensured safety whilst operating machinery by following standard protocols.
- Followed strict deadlines to deliver client orders promptly.
- Trained a member of staff, enhancing overall team performance.
- Delivered complex projects successfully by coordinating with team members.
- Delivered products and equipment to customers, ensuring timely access to necessary resources.
- Performed test runs to check machinery operated correctly.
- Managed disposal of cutting waste materials in compliance with regulations. materials safely and securely, following relevant regulations.
- Monitored raw material stock levels to maintain adequate quantity for production and eliminate downtime.
- Measured and inspected finished products for quality against work order specifications.
Car Valeter/Car Maintenance And Driver
Ashton Car Sales
Ashton U Lyne, Lancashire
04.2006 - 06.2010
- Delivered customer cars
- Maintained clean work area, promoting efficiency and safety.
- Diagnosed minor mechanical issues quickly, reducing downtime for clients.
- Improved car longevity by performing regular maintenance tasks.
- Replaced worn-out parts to prolong vehicle lifespan.
- Removed damaged parts from vehicles carefully avoiding further damage.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections for customer satisfaction.
- Worked with team members to coordinate workflow and complete high-volume services in busy environments.
- Performed oil changes to maintain engine performance and longevity. and replaced filter.
- Drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs.
- Evaluated depth of current tyre tread.
- Prepared vehicle for collection at scheduled times.
- Operated high-pressure hoses to soak and rinse vehicles, maintaining safety compliance throughout.
- Cleaned vehicle external areas by hand, brush, or by operating washing equipment to preserve exterior.
- Finished cleaning jobs to client specifications and deadlines.
- Cleaned and polished vehicle windows to meet company service standards. as part of company standard service procedure.
- Waxed exterior of vehicles and removed wax with soft cloth, buffing to brilliant shine.
- Operated a range of cleaning equipment, including pressure washers and vacuum cleaners, proficiently.
- Steam-cleaned engines, frames and wheel arches, maintaining high-quality standards for immaculate results.
- Minimised health hazards through proper control of chemical substances.
- Utilised specialised cleaning products and tools for effective removal of dirt and stains from vehicles.
Panel beater
Lockwood and Greenwood
Audenshaw, Manchester
06.1993 - 04.2006
- Ensured safety compliance by properly aligning all replaced or repaired parts.
- Managed workshop tools effectively, maintaining clean and safe workspace at all times.
- Prepared surfaces for efficient painting, delivering exceptional final results.
- Followed manufacturers' specifications closely whilst performing repairs, ensuring exactness in the result.
- Collaborated with automotive professionals to enhance repair quality and ensure thorough vehicle restoration.
- Used filler substances to fill small dents, leading to smooth surfaces post paint job.
- Polished repaired areas to match the rest of the vehicle's bodywork.
- Repaired damaged body parts for seamless restoration of vehicles.
- Delivered meticulous body repairs, resulting in high customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Welded new or repaired panels into place, enhancing structural integrity of vehicles.
- Removed damaged panels, resulting in a ready base for replacement or repair.
- Used specialist tools to reshape and refit vehicle parts, achieving smooth finishes.
- Prepared vehicles for painting, removing existing paint and corrosion to ensure optimal result.
- Assessed car body damage and decided the best method of repair.
- Hammered out and smoothed dents in bodywork with care and precision.
- Maintained an exceptionally clean, tidy and safe work environment at all times.
- Repaired chassis and engine mounting damage using hydraulic rams, jacks and jigs.
- Installed and secured vehicle doors to ensure proper alignment and other external fittings.
- Inspected vehicle frames for structural damage, implementing precise realignment procedures to restore integrity.
- Repaired and replaced panels to fix damaged vehicles using panel beating techniques.
- Followed health and safety procedures in construction, using appropriate PPE to minimise risk of personal injury.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Panel Beating
Tameside College
Ashton U Lyne, Lancashire09-1996
NVQ Level 1 - Panel Beating
Tameside College
Ashton U Lyne, Lancashire09-1995
GCSEs -
Edgerton Park High School
Audenshaw, Manchester05-1993
Skills
- Laser cutting expertise
- Laser cutting
- Laser calibration
- Laser power adjustment understanding
- Dimensional inspection expertise
- Quality improvement
- Material understanding
- Material identification
- Machine calibration acumen
- Fault detection efficiency
- Timely troubleshooting
- Production line coordination
- Efficient workflow management
- Specifications
- Drawing interpretation
- Production documentation
- Stock management
- Safety inspections
- PPE compliance
- Safety equipment use familiarity
- Technical customer support
- Project management
- Time-management
- Precision focus
- Metalworking techniques
- Sheet metal work
- Project management
- Safety equipment use familiarity
- Sheet metal work
Certification
Stacker truck License
Accomplishments
Supervised team responsible for executing well on projects, leading to increased revenue.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
I have a keen eye for precision ,attention to detail and the understanding of safety protocols.I am also very willing to learn new s i?4
Timeline
Laser cutting machine operator
Dukinfield Metal Spinning
06.2010 - Current
Car Valeter/Car Maintenance And Driver
Ashton Car Sales
04.2006 - 06.2010
Panel beater
Lockwood and Greenwood
06.1993 - 04.2006
NVQ Level 2 - Panel Beating
Tameside College
NVQ Level 1 - Panel Beating
Tameside College
GCSEs -
Edgerton Park High School