Benjamin Duffy

Work History

Fitter Machinist

Findlays Engineering

Ballarat, Victoria

05.2018 - Current

Assessed equipment after each production run, performing preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly
Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards
Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining
Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality
Dismantled defective machines and equipment and installed new or repaired parts
Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair
Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications
Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures
Planned machining by studying work orders, batch record, materials, specifications, reference, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters
Provided job training and monitored performance of team members
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
Received and processed stock into inventory management system
Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands
Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts
Mentored newly hired employees on lathe equipment and developed training methods for Machinists to use for reference purposes
Created and implemented strategies for improving operational efficiency and accuracy.

Fitter & Turner

OPG Engineering

Ballarat, Victoria

09.2014 - 04.2018

Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining
Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately
Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventative maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan of machinery
Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries
Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines
Fabricated and shaped parts such as tools and machine parts out of metal, plastics and composites
Performed tasks, including quality assessments, measurements and final inspections
Closely monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents
Ran heavy duty lathes, boring machines, mills, planers and grinders to craft products.

Warehouse Assistant

Olivers Footwear

Ballarat, Victoria

01.2014 - 09.2014

Operated RF scanners to track merchandise and verify contents of containers.
Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in and first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked.
Placed incoming inventory in optimal storage locations to promote continued accuracy and easy retrieval.
Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
Operated forklifts to transfer inventory to and from target destinations.
Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.

Retail Assistant

Dick Smith Electronics

Wendouree, Victoria

06.2012 - 01.2014

Approached browsing customers to initiate conversations to determine buying preferences.
Coordinated restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.
Spoke to customers in native language to increase loyalty and establish relationships.
Helped customers manage large purchases by collecting items from shelves and storage locations.
Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.

CSC Consultant

IBM

Mount Helen, VIC

02.2010 - 06.2012

Installed software, modified and repaired hardware and resolved technical issues.
Provided base level IT support to non-technical personnel within the business.
Managed call flow and responded to technical support needs of customers.
Resolved customer issues in a clear, courteous and straightforward manner.
Demonstrated professionalism and courtesy with customers at all times.
Identified and solved technical issues with a variety of diagnostic tools.
Resolved problems with malfunctioning products.
Followed up with clients to ensure optimal customer satisfaction.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Fitter Machinist

Fitter & Turner

Warehouse Assistant

Retail Assistant

CSC Consultant

Education

Cert III in Mechanical Engineering -

High School Diploma -

Skills

Timeline

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