Alan Whitchurch
Maintenance Manager/ Automation Technician
Sandy Valley,NV
Summary
Dedicated Maintenance Manager offering 10+ years of successful team management in maintenance-driven roles. Adept at scheduling facilities maintenance to minimizing downtime and safety hazards. Well-versed in equipment troubleshooting and repair with focus on quality and efficiency.
An hands-on Maintenance Manager that is focused on cutting company costs while boosting company revenue through innovative improvements and management techniques.
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Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Maintenance/Automation Technician
Letica Corporation/Berry Global
Jean, NV
02.2014 - Current
- Assembly of automated equipment components
- Installing electrical components (high & low voltage)
- Installing sensors and other automatic control I/O connections
- Installing plumbing components (air, water & chemical grade)
- Installation and repair of equipment in plant
- Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on all production equipment and building
- Perform mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair of production machines, Participating in fixture and equipment set-up and design improvements during development.
- Determined layouts to install wiring in automated systems based on drawings and code specifications.
- Trained new employees on automation devices.
- Tested equipment for proper operation and freedom from defects.
- Assisted maintenance personnel with complex troubleshooting.
General Manager
Jiffy Lube Oil Change Center
Henderson, NV
02.2012 - 02.2014
- Staffing
- Scheduling
- Training
- Cash Management
- Inventory Management
- Goal Setting
- Budget Tracking
- Safety
- Providing wow experience for all guest.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations and contract details.
- Delivered business strategy and developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
State Emissions Tech/General Manager
Smog Busters
Las Vegas, NV
10.2008 - 02.2012
- Performing state authorized emissions test
- Hiring
- Training of new inspectors
- Scheduling
- Ordering of supplies
- Advertisement
- Building strong clientele base
- Providing excellent customer service.
- Designed modern employee recognition program which boosted productivity and improved morale.
- Reduced costs, managed delivery schedules and performed risk analysis to improve overall profitability.
General Manager
Terrible Herbst Lube
Las Vegas, NV
05.2004 - 10.2008
- Staffing
- Scheduling
- Training
- Cash Management
- Inventory Management
- Goal Setting
- Budget Tracking, Safety
- Providing exceptional customer service.
- Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision and long-range planning.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations and contract details.
- Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures and performance strategies.
Education
Business Management
Las Vegas College
Las Vegas, NV 05.2001 - 05.2002
Skills
Automation
Staff Management
Strategic planning
Policies and procedures
Coaching and mentoring
Teambuilding
Equipment Maintenance
Multitasking Abilities
Maintenance and Repair
Blueprint analysis
Additional Information
- AWARDS: , Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce customer service excellence award 2007 Jiffy Lubes Million Dollar Store Award 2012 and 2013
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Maintenance/Automation Technician
Letica Corporation/Berry Global
02.2014 - Current
General Manager
Jiffy Lube Oil Change Center
02.2012 - 02.2014
State Emissions Tech/General Manager
Smog Busters
10.2008 - 02.2012
General Manager
Terrible Herbst Lube
05.2004 - 10.2008
Business Management
Las Vegas College
05.2001 - 05.2002