Alec Mills
Brendale,QLD
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Joiner
Retail Joinery Workshop Australia
Brendale, QLD
04.2024 - Current
- Measured and cut wooden parts to specified dimensions using hand tools, power saws, routers, jointers and shapers.
- Assembled pre-fabricated components such as window frames, cabinets for onsite installation.
- Sanded down surfaces to create a smooth finish ready for staining or varnishing.
- Maintained machinery used in the manufacture of joinery items according to health and safety regulations.
- Applied decorative finishes including paintwork, veneers and laminates to joinery products.
- Identified defects in raw materials prior to commencement of manufacturing process.
- Inspected finished products against quality control standards before packaging for delivery.
- Ensured that all tools were kept clean and well maintained at all times whilst adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
- Constructed jigs and templates for use in the production of furniture items.
Joiner
Allkind Joinery & Glass
Chermside, QLD
08.2018 - 04.2024
- Adhered to project blueprints and requirements to deliver quality work.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
- Fashioned frameworks or props using hand tools and wood screws, nails or glue.
- Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
- Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
- Installed windows, flooring or trim using hand or power tools.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
- Ensured that all tools were kept clean and well maintained at all times whilst adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Inspected finished products against quality control standards before packaging for delivery.
- Identified defects in raw materials prior to commencement of manufacturing process.
- Measured and cut wooden parts to specified dimensions using hand tools, power saws, routers, jointers and shapers.
- Assembled pre-fabricated components such as window frames, staircases and cabinets for onsite installation.
- Constructed jigs and templates for use in the production of furniture items.
- Sanded down surfaces to create a smooth finish ready for staining or varnishing.
- Applied decorative finishes including paintwork, veneers and laminates to joinery products.
- Maintained machinery used in the manufacture of joinery items according to health and safety regulations.
Cabinet Maker Apprentice
Concept Cabinet's
Perth, WA
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Assembled cabinets using glue and clamps; applied wood veneer to surfaces; filled nail holes with putty or wood filler.
- Installed hardware such as hinges, drawer pulls, locksets, catches and knobs.
- Installed countertops on kitchen cabinets using adhesives and fasteners.
- Applied finish coats of paint or stain on assembled products according to customer specifications.
- Maintained a clean workspace at all times throughout the day.
- Troubleshot problems encountered during production runs and adjusted machinery accordingly.
- Worked closely with other team members to ensure quality control standards were met.
- Ensured accuracy of measurements when cutting lumber or assembling cabinets.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery such as wearing protective gear and maintaining good posture.
- Transported finished goods from workshop to designated delivery areas safely without causing damage.
- Inspected finished products for any defects before packaging them up for shipment.
- Interpreted work instructions and diagrams to set up and execute assigned projects.
- Promoted and complied with company policies and OSHA safety requirements.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
N/A
Skills
- Woodwork Joinery
- Frame and Component Building
- Power Tool Operation
- Edge Joining
- Measuring accuracy
- Hardware Installation
- Fixture Installation
- Surface Sanding
- Wood Staining
- Hand and power tools
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Active Listening
- Attention to Detail
- Self Motivation
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Quality Control
- Adaptability
- Safety oversight
Certification
- Certificate 3 in Joinery
- Certificate 3 in Security
- White Card
- Open Drivers License
Affiliations
- breeding and growing fish for a hobby
- learning new stuff consistently which is a hobby
- working on my car as a hobby
- fixing anything is another interest
Timeline
Joiner
Retail Joinery Workshop Australia
04.2024 - Current
Joiner
Allkind Joinery & Glass
08.2018 - 04.2024
Cabinet Maker Apprentice
Concept Cabinet's
01.2014 - 01.2018
Some College (No Degree) -
N/A
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