Keegan Pilkington
Auckland,Epsom
Summary
Dynamic and reliable professional with a proven track record at LEP Engineering Plastics, adept in precision machining and demonstrating exceptional attention to detail. Skilled in hand-tool proficiency and interpersonal communication, I meet quality standards by mastering both technical and collaborative projects. My commitment to safety and efficiency drives continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manual Lathe Machinist
LEP Engineering Plastics
10.2020 - Current
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Adhered to high level of safety by following company rules and regulations to prevent injuries.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Completed tasks according to production sheets specifications and quality standards to meet or exceed tight tolerances.
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
Composite Technician
Southern Spars
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Read and interpreted job orders, drawings and specification sketches.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Prepared materials for pressure and heat applications.
- Applied quality control skills by inspecting cured products for defects, assigning grades and removing unacceptable items.
- laminating composite components - carbon fibre onto bespoke moulds.
Restaurant Waiter
White Cloud Spur
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to enable accurate food preparation.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
- Strategically timed check-ins with customers to take orders and confirm satisfaction with meals after delivery, taking action to correct any problems.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Albany Senior High School
Albany, NZ12.2016
Skills
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Precision machining
- Tool selection
- Safety processes and procedures
- Multitasking Abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Decision-Making
- Interpersonal Communication
- Reliability
- Time management abilities
Certification
- Forklift License - 2 years
Hobbies
Gym, Video Games, Religious activities, Being outdoors
Languages
Afrikaans
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Character references
Tracy Lawrence - Aunt
Email: ttlaw31@gmail.com
Phone: 022 197 5515
Mias Ludick - Colleague/Friend
Email: mias.ludicknz@gmail.com
Phone: 021 250 1632
Timeline
Manual Lathe Machinist
LEP Engineering Plastics
10.2020 - Current
Composite Technician
Southern Spars
03.2018 - 01.2020
Restaurant Waiter
White Cloud Spur
01.2017 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
Albany Senior High School
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