Lakha Charan
217 Hicks Street, Gosnells,WA
Summary
Experienced Machinist with over 25 years in various industries, adept at precision machining and tool selection. At Arc Spray Engineering, significantly enhanced productivity by swiftly identifying and rectifying machinery malfunctions, ensuring project deadlines were met without compromising quality. Known for excellent mechanical aptitude, strong communication skills, and the ability to maintain high standards of dimensional inspection and workplace safety. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new challenges to enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Milling and Manual Machine Operator
Arc Spray Engineering
Forrestdale, WA
10.2023 - Current
- Contributed to successful project completion by meeting strict deadlines without sacrificing quality standards.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities by quickly identifying malfunctions or irregularities within machinery and taking corrective action as needed.
- Conducted regular quality checks on machined parts, identifying defects before they reached final assembly stages.
- Improved overall productivity with consistent attention to detail while operating various types of manual machines such as lathes, mills, drills, and grinders.
- Performed repairing work on the manual machines for brands such as Hitachi, BHP, BTP, Epiroc and force.
1st Class Machinist
BTP Group WA
Midland
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Operated manual machines.
- Worked with milling and turning machines for mining purposes.
- Studied diagrams and followed instructions as per given by the supervisor and engineers.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes and manual milling machines which were used to make new cylindrical barrels and rods.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Followed operational safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
Metal Machinist
New Metal Surface
Kewdale
09.2018 - 08.2022
- Responsible for manufacturing metal components and maintained turner and milling equipments. Reworked, performed boring, milling and drilling on products for companies such as Hitachi (final drive, planetary career, rotary head, drop box etc), Komatsu (pinion cage etc), Baker Hughes, Epirok (up-box, PTO, housing cover etc.), Sandvik (drop box etc.) and Hoffman Engineering PTY LTD. Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Used manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes and manual milling machines.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
Machine Operator
RCR Energy
Welshpool, WA
03.2018 - 09.2018
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
Second Class Machinist
Hoffman Engineering
Bassendean, WA
04.2015 - 02.2018
- Worked on CNC turner siemens, Mazatrol control as well as in the fitting department for the assembly of Valve body.
- Performed Tool set up, Job set up and dialing etc.
- Checked the dimension of product with the use of Measuring Equipments.
- Balanced Rotating parts.
- Initiated inspection for products/material.
- Prepared work instructions & checklist for pre-dispatch of final product.
- Use of different power tools and hand tools. Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
First Class Machinist
Hero Moto
Gurgaon, Haryana , Haryana, India
07.2000 - 12.2012
- 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.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Closely monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Used cutting tools like milling cutters, through coolant carbide drills, tape (HSS and Carbide), boring bar, PCD bits, PCD inserts, Reamers, (Carbides and PCD), spot facing cutter, End mills cutters, Special form tools etc.
- Used Measuring instrument like Vernier caliper, Micrometers, Vernier height gauges, Depth gauges, Dial indicators. Checked instrument like plug gauges, Air gauges (Bore and shaft), Bevel protectors, filler gauges, Sin bar, Snap and width gauges etc.
- Worked closely with quality assurance teams to address non-conformance issues promptly, minimizing impacts on production schedules.
- Contributed ideas during process improvement meetings leading to innovative solutions that increased overall efficiency.
Education
No Degree - Industrial Training Institute (ITI)
Indo - German Tool Room
Indore, Madhya Pradesh07.1998
Skills
- Excellent mechanical aptitude and command
- Able to work in the fitter department Understanding of manufacturing drawings
- A good understanding in mechanical drawing Knowledge about CNC turner: siemens and Mazatrol control
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- High standards of dimensional inspection
- Precision machining
Timeline
Milling and Manual Machine Operator
Arc Spray Engineering
10.2023 - Current
1st Class Machinist
BTP Group WA
09.2022 - 10.2023
Metal Machinist
New Metal Surface
09.2018 - 08.2022
Machine Operator
RCR Energy
03.2018 - 09.2018
Second Class Machinist
Hoffman Engineering
04.2015 - 02.2018
First Class Machinist
Hero Moto
07.2000 - 12.2012
No Degree - Industrial Training Institute (ITI)
Indo - German Tool Room