Allen High
Greenville,NC
Summary
Focused professional knowledgeable about devising innovative solutions to diverse business concerns and goals. Strategic and forward-thinking leader with self-motivated and tactical mindset. Excellent relationship-building and critical thinking skills with determined and decisive nature.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Repair Manager
Ardagh Group
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
- Supervised 18 employees and scheduled shifts.
Process Specialist
Ardagh Group
04.2021 - 07.2022
- Identified and resolved process issues to drive optimal workflow and business growth.
- Developed standard operating procedures and document workflows to drive current and future processes.
- Analyzed process flows and identified areas of improvement to increase productivity and reduce costs.
Machine Upkeep
Ardagh Group
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
Machine Repair Apprentice
Ardagh Group
11.2018 - 11.2020
- Performed preventive maintenance to promote machine reliability and longevity.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove, and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Tended operating machinery to identify equipment malfunctions and locate sources of product defects.
Machine Upkeep
Ardagh Group
02.2012 - 11.2018
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
Fill in Supervisor - Forming
Ardagh Group
08.2012 - 03.2016
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 15 employees.
- Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
Machine Operator
Ardagh Group
05.2003 - 02.2012
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
General Laborer
Ardagh Group
05.2001 - 05.2003
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
- Performed quality checks on products and materials to identify any defects.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Transported heavy materials using tugs, hand trucks and pallet jacks throughout work zone.
- Mentored new employees by providing guidance on safety and proper techniques.
- Operated forklift to load and unload materials and equipment on trucks.
Fill in Supervisor - Cold End
Ardagh Group
06.2001 - 03.2003
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
- Managed efficient teams of up to 30 employees.
Security Officer
Budd Group
09.1998 - 05.2001
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
Cashier
Howard's Convenient
06.1994 - 05.2001
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Helper
Parker's Heating & Air Cond
05.1996 - 03.1998
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Performed manual labor and random jobs to help teams accomplish goals.
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
Education
No Degree - English Language And Literature
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NCHigh School Diploma -
Southern Nash High School
Bailey, NC06.1994
Skills
- Employee Selection
- Detailed Instruction
- Improvement Plans
- Performance Monitoring
- Materials Requisition
- Team Supervision
- Corrective Actions
- Motivational Leadership
- Goal Management
- Repair Management
- Employee Performance Evaluations
- Working with Vendors
- Strategic Decision-Making
Timeline
Machine Repair Manager
Ardagh Group
07.2022 - 06.2023
Process Specialist
Ardagh Group
04.2021 - 07.2022
Machine Upkeep
Ardagh Group
11.2020 - 04.2021
Machine Repair Apprentice
Ardagh Group
11.2018 - 11.2020
Fill in Supervisor - Forming
Ardagh Group
08.2012 - 03.2016
Machine Upkeep
Ardagh Group
02.2012 - 11.2018
Machine Operator
Ardagh Group
05.2003 - 02.2012
Fill in Supervisor - Cold End
Ardagh Group
06.2001 - 03.2003
General Laborer
Ardagh Group
05.2001 - 05.2003
Security Officer
Budd Group
09.1998 - 05.2001
Helper
Parker's Heating & Air Cond
05.1996 - 03.1998
Cashier
Howard's Convenient
06.1994 - 05.2001
No Degree - English Language And Literature
Western Carolina University
High School Diploma -
Southern Nash High School