Anthony Dickens
Jonesboro,Arkansas
Summary
Experienced with maintaining and troubleshooting control systems. Uses strong analytical skills to identify and resolve issues efficiently. Knowledge of PLC programming, HMI development, and instrumentation, ensuring seamless operations and minimal downtime.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Control Technician
Unilever United States Inc.
11.2019 - Current
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by regularly soliciting feedback from operators and utilizing their input to optimize system performance and usability.
- Participated in root-cause analysis investigations following unexpected events or incidents involving process controls infrastructure.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and advancements in control systems technology, providing recommendations for future implementation opportunities.
- Reduced downtime by swiftly diagnosing and repairing control system malfunctions, ensuring minimal impact on operations.
- Identified equipment issues and implemented troubleshooting techniques for resolution.
- Maintained optimal equipment performance with regular inspections, adjustments, and replacements as needed.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
Maintenance Supervisor
Hytrol Conveyor Company
07.2015 - 11.2019
- Assisted in the planning and execution of facility expansions or renovations while maintaining daily operations seamlessly.
- Identified cost-saving opportunities through regular audits of inventory, tools, and resources.
- Reduced downtime, conducting thorough diagnostics and efficient repairs on malfunctioning equipment.
- Optimized inventory management by implementing a tracking system that reduced waste and ensured availability of critical parts at all times.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully complete large-scale projects within deadlines.
- Served as the primary point of contact between management and the maintenance team, facilitating clear communication about project objectives and expectations.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating favorable pricing on parts and services.
- Maintained detailed records of all maintenance activities, enabling data-driven decision-making for future improvements.
- Supervised 16 employees .
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
Control Technician
Hytrol Conveyor Company
08.2012 - 07.2015
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and advancements in control systems technology, providing recommendations for future implementation opportunities.
- Performed routine calibration checks on instrumentation devices to maintain optimal accuracy and repeatability within established tolerances.
- Supported project management efforts by contributing to project documentation, including scope definitions, timelines, budgets, and progress reports.
- Reduced downtime by swiftly diagnosing and repairing control system malfunctions, ensuring minimal impact on operations.Maintained optimal equipment performance with regular inspections, adjustments, and replacements as needed.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
Maintenance Supervisor
Roach Conveyor
06.2006 - 08.2012
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Supervised 6 employees .
- Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
- Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Mentored junior technicians through hands-on training, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing within the maintenance department.
- Coordinated scheduled shutdowns for major equipment overhauls, minimizing disruption to production schedules while maximizing asset longevity.
Maintenance Technician
Roach Conveyor
03.2004 - 06.2006
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
Shipping Clerk
Roach Conveyor
08.1993 - 03.2004
- Coordinated with warehouse staff to ensure timely order fulfillment and delivery.
- Collaborated with customer service team to resolve shipping issues and provide timely updates to clients.
- Reduced shipping errors by implementing a thorough quality control system for outgoing orders.
- Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
- Assisted in training new employees on company shipping policies and procedures, promoting consistent quality across the team.
- Checked bills of lading, outgoing package paperwork, and other documentation for accuracy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harrisburg High School
Harrisburg, AR05-1993
Skills
- Motor control circuits
- Electrical schematics
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Process control optimization
- Pneumatic controls
- Variable frequency drives
- Programmable logic controllers
- Human-machine interface programming
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Team building
Timeline
Control Technician
Unilever United States Inc.
11.2019 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
Hytrol Conveyor Company
07.2015 - 11.2019
Control Technician
Hytrol Conveyor Company
08.2012 - 07.2015
Maintenance Supervisor
Roach Conveyor
06.2006 - 08.2012
Maintenance Technician
Roach Conveyor
03.2004 - 06.2006
Shipping Clerk
Roach Conveyor
08.1993 - 03.2004
High School Diploma -
Harrisburg High School
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