Willem Neuklis
South Bend
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive mechanical knowledge. Proven track record in quality inspection and effective communication, consistently exceeding production goals while ensuring OSHA safety compliance. Adept at blueprint reading and skilled in optimizing and maintaining smooth processes for enhanced performance and efficiency.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Mechanic
St Joe County Parks Department
02.2023 - Current
- Promoted workplace safety by examining tools and equipment and providing employee safety training to prevent unsafe conditions.
- Created, planned and corrective maintenance work packages for troubleshooting, repair and testing systems using various software.
- Requisitioned materials and supplies such as tools, equipment and replacement parts.
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
- Maintained cleanliness, safety and efficiency of garage.
- Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions.
- Wrote work orders and updated accounts in workshop computer.
- Completed diversified electrical work on automotive equipment such as servicing and installing batteries and terminals, repairing and adjusting lights and repairing generators and starters.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
- Serviced air conditioning systems, changed and topped off fluids and completed maintenance inspections.
- Coordinated with parts department to determine availability of necessary components.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
CNC Machinist
Daman Products
03.2019 - 05.2020
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Studied changing production and daily work orders to adjust offsets correctly.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Maintained excellent production levels by completing regular inspections on equipment.
- Performed accurate tool changes and offsets.
- Regularly exceeded daily production goals by effectively troubleshooting machinery and programming issues.
- Established machining parameters and test runs for new parts and components.
- Recommended adjustments to production processes to optimize product quality.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
- Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
- Adapted quickly to new and changing technologies in machining field.
- Repaired and maintained machine tools, fixtures and other production equipment.
- Collaborated with engineers and other machinists to develop optimal machining processes.
Fabricator and Installer
Midwest Finishing
01.2017 - 02.2019
- Aligned and verified positioning using measuring instruments to determine reference points and compute layout dimensions.
- Used gauges, templates, and other measuring devices to inspect production parts.
- Performed quality checks to verify proper lengths, widths, and painted finish discrepancies.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Inspected equipment and materials to verify safety and quality standards.
- Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine specifications of materials and tools needed for specific jobs.
- Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
- Operated welding machines and grinders to cut, shape and join metal workpieces.
- Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
- Assembled and welded components to create metal structures.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Performed daily maintenance and inspection of machinery to drive optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to promptly complete tasks and maintain consistent workflows.
- Assembled parts correctly according to specifications, reducing quality issues.
- Completed tasks on time to meet quality and safety standards.
- Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain safe working environment.
- Utilized blueprints, schematics and diagrams to accurately complete tasks.
- Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
- Troubleshot and resolved mechanical issues that occurred during assembly.
- Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.
- Completed troubleshooting of malfunctions and diagnosed issues.
- Communicated quickly and accurately with supervisors about problematic sites, missed installations or other issues.
- Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
- Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
- Liaised with internal departments to optimize productivity and efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
John Adams Highschool
South Bend, IN06-2015
Skills
- CNC
- Blueprint reading
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Quality Inspection
- Forklift
- Machining
- Suspension
- CAD
- Effective communication skills
- Time efficiency
- OSHA safety oriented
- Experienced in trailer hauling
Timeline
Head Mechanic
St Joe County Parks Department
02.2023 - Current
CNC Machinist
Daman Products
03.2019 - 05.2020
Fabricator and Installer
Midwest Finishing
01.2017 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
John Adams Highschool
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