Patrick Thomsen
Shellsburg,IA
Summary
Seasoned Industrial Mechanic with a proven track record at Whirlpool Amana, enhancing equipment efficiency and workplace safety through meticulous maintenance and repairs. Skilled in welding and fabrication, alongside exceptional time management abilities, I have significantly reduced downtime and fostered a culture of continuous learning among peers.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Mechanic
Cushman & Wakefield Services
03.2024 - Current
- Improved equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery.
- Maintained comprehensive records of all maintenance activities, enabling accurate tracking of machine performance over time.
- Enhanced safety protocols, conducting thorough inspections and addressing potential hazards before they could cause accidents or injuries.
- Improved workplace safety standards by actively participating in hazard assessments and incident investigations, recommending corrective actions as necessary.
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to disassemble devices and remove defective parts.
- Used hand and power tools to repair and maintain industrial machinery.
- Precision alignment of motor to gearbox , motor to pump Weldingelding /fabrication to repair machines , remove a hazard or to prevent
- Collaborated with other mechanics to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
Industrial Mechanic
Whirlpool Amana
07.2013 - 03.2024
- Maintained comprehensive records of all maintenance activities, enabling accurate tracking of machine performance over time.
- Improved equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery.
- Enhanced safety protocols, conducting thorough inspections and addressing potential hazards before they could cause accidents or injuries.
- Collaborated with other mechanics to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
- Increased production output by troubleshooting and resolving complex mechanical issues in a timely manner.
- Improved workplace safety standards by actively participating in hazard assessments and incident investigations, recommending corrective actions as necessary.
- Provided technical support to machine operators, offering guidance on proper use and troubleshooting techniques when needed.
- Coordinated with external contractors for specialized repair work, ensuring timely completion of projects and minimal disruption to production schedules.
- Trained junior mechanics in best practices for industrial equipment repair and maintenance, fostering a culture of continuous learning within the team.
- Acted as a liaison between the maintenance team and production staff, facilitating clear communication regarding equipment issues and planned maintenance activities.
- Measured parts with rulers, calipers and micrometers to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to disassemble devices and remove defective parts.
- Reduced downtime by implementing preventive maintenance schedules for all machines and equipment.
- Performed root-cause analysis on defective components, disassembling them to identify issues and completing necessary repairs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vinton-Shellsburg
Vinton, IA05-2012
Skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Pneumatic systems
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Lubrication techniques
- Bearing replacement
- Hydraulic systems
- Mechanical systems
- Welding techniques
- Hand and power tools
- Machine troubleshooting
- Welding and fabrication
- Rigging skills
Certification
- IA Driver's License
- OSHA Certified
- Forklift Certification
- Rigging Certification
Timeline
Industrial Mechanic
Cushman & Wakefield Services
03.2024 - Current
Industrial Mechanic
Whirlpool Amana
07.2013 - 03.2024
- IA Driver's License
- OSHA Certified
- Forklift Certification
- Rigging Certification
High School Diploma -
Vinton-Shellsburg
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