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Antwan Richardson
Reliability, Maintenance And Engineering Operations
Train people well enough so they can leave, treat them well enough so they don't want to.
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Summary
Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
69
years of post-secondary education
1
Certificate
Work History
Elite Line Services - Amazon
Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) Senior/Maintenance Manager
10.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Led teams of 15-80 maintenance technicians and directly supervised 1-8 managers for Amazon in a multi-site capacity
- Supported the Operations team by working in a safe, customer-focused manner, highly self-motivated and customer obsessed
- Developed and designed innovative solutions to difficult problems, managed outside contractors and on call for emergencies
- Worked with local site safety department leadership to understand, implement, and audit safety programs
- Partnered with operations senior leadership to build group cooperation and overall success for the sites.
- Facilitated technical and safety training, as well as helped to develop professional development of maintenance personnel
- Led 6-10 managers and 80+ technicians in a multi-site capacity motivating and providing direction to help them achieve their goals.
- Worked with site finance team to develop, set, and track budgets
- Participated in and supported efficiency improvement Kaizen activities for the site, as well as the network when needed.
- Set, enforced, and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
- Developed processes to save on costs and prevent losses.
- Traveled to over five locations per month to manage each site and perform reviews of individual managers and employees.
- Analyzed market trends and customer feedback to develop new strategies for improving operations.
Twin Rivers Technologies
Senior Engineering and Maintenance Manager
11.2019 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Senior Engineering and Maintenance executive overseeing and is responsible for the preventive and corrective maintenance programs for all manufacturing operations of the Twin Rivers Technologies (TRT) oleochemical plant
- Priorities included management and execution of PM schedules, repair of equipment needed to fully utilize production capacity, maintaining parts inventory, and planning /execution of $2.8 capital and $3.2M O&M budget
- Lead team consisting of 5 managers, 42 technicians, 8 engineers and all vendors/contractors
- Substantially improved productivity while reducing staffing and operational costs by 28%
- Personally, led weekly meetings with executive leadership to identify opportunities for improvement, establish milestones, and tailor products to individual markets
- Designed a modern employee recognition program which boosted productivity across the board
- Provided budgetary data on projects and issues as directed
- Issued instructions and documents to economically support plant operations and return critical to service in a safe and timely manner
- Developed and/or obtained approved data, acceptable data, and Alternate Methods of Compliance (AMOCs) for repairs, alterations, and modifications.
- Developed proposals for clients outlining project scope and timeline.
- Fostered positive and performance-oriented environment by implementing successful reward systems.
- Participated in development meetings for high-value customers and business operations updates.
- Calculated energy savings to promote environmental sustainability and energy conservation to meet aggressive project LEED requirements.
PSEG
Nuclear Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
08.2018 - 11.2019
Job overview
- Oversee direct repairs and maintenance functions for plant equipment to ensure seamless operations at the facility
- Supervise personnel evaluation, staff hiring, disciplinary matters, and discharge recommendations
- Assure timely and effective performance of assigned maintenance
- Recognized for directing a team of 10 nuclear maintenance technicians through three challenging five days maintenance windows consisting of over 60 work orders; completed all tasks before time
- Developed human performance and maintenance communications, discussed productivity issues with staff, identified reasons for lower performance, and created action plans to overcome challenges
- Enhanced multi-skilled staff competencies via training and development programs.
- Performed preventive and corrective maintenance on boilers, engines, and generators.
- Inspected, repaired and replaced system components.
Eversource Energy
Electrical Substation Supervisor
11.2016 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Promoted change culture as well as spearheaded an undermanned district of 8/14 electricians for planning, coordination, facilitation, and upkeep of 11 transmission and distribution substations
- Managed a $25M O&M budget with a focus on reducing additional costs
- Commended by management for achieving third rank out of 28 substation operations supervisors
- Slashed man hours by 20% and minimized overtime by 200 hours per employee for the year
- Achieved safety award for the substation group for the first time in company's history
- Saved $10M from O&M budget for major capital work, including construction of new substations, wiring, and equipment installation/retirement.
DTE Energy
Electrical System Supervisor
05.2015 - 11.2016
Job overview
- Led a cross-functional team of 4-12 personnel working on the restoration of customer service and operation of the distribution system daily
- Created SOPs, quality management system, and safety standards for four organizations within DTE
- Credited for successfully completing 100% of critical system checks
- Trained and coached 12 newly hired electrical supervisors, increased performance at individual and group levels.
United States Navy
Surface Warfare Officer
05.2009 - 04.2015
Job overview
- Received commendation for ranking number 2 of 5 department heads of a forward deployed warship
- Attained 90% staff retention and promotion rate through a training and mentorship program
- Directed major repairs across multiple outside organizations, reducing production time by 18% and saving $25M in repair costs
- Staffed and equipped maintenance and machinery shops with 300 personnel and $100M equipment
- Built a 100% incident free safety record as well as increased maintenance accomplishment rate from 66% to 90% through LEAN/Six Sigma practices.
- Executed tactical operations with accuracy and control.
- Supervised manual and automated supply strategies, and connected with supply and data processing teams to facilitate communication and collaboration.
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
Education
Georgia State UniversityAtlanta, GA
Master of Science from Data Analytics
05.2001 - 01.2024
University of Massachusetts BostonBoston, MA
MBA from Operations Management
05.2001 - 01.2021
University Overview
- 3.68 GPA
- Ranked in Top 10% of class
New York Institute of TechnologyNew York, NY
Master of Science from Renewable Energy Management
05.2001 - 01.2020
University Overview
- Awarded Degree with Honors
- 3.88 GPA
- Ranked in Top 10% of class
United States Naval AcademyAnnapolis, MD
Bachelor of Science from General Engineering
05.2001 - 01.2009
Skills
Key Performance Indicators
Environmental Compliance
Budget Planning
Energy Management
Maintenance Scheduling
Purchasing and Procurement
Asset Management
Cost Reduction
Facility Management
Project Management
Production Scheduling
Staff Management
Inventory Monitoring
Contractor Oversight
Building Automation Systems
Performance Management
Business Development and Planning
Operational Management
Sales and Marketing Strategies
Corporate Communications
Human Resources Management
Budget Administration
Certification
Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt
Affiliations
- National Society of Black Engineers
- Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc.
- President, 3 Stories Fund, Inc. (501(c)3 non-profit)
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Timeline
Reliability Maintenance Engineering (RME) Senior/Maintenance Manager
Elite Line Services - Amazon
10.2021 - Current
Senior Engineering and Maintenance Manager
Twin Rivers Technologies
11.2019 - 10.2021
Nuclear Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor
PSEG
08.2018 - 11.2019
Electrical Substation Supervisor
Eversource Energy
11.2016 - 08.2018
Electrical System Supervisor
DTE Energy
05.2015 - 11.2016
Surface Warfare Officer
United States Navy
05.2009 - 04.2015
Georgia State University
Master of Science from Data Analytics
05.2001 - 01.2024
University of Massachusetts Boston
MBA from Operations Management
05.2001 - 01.2021
New York Institute of Technology
Master of Science from Renewable Energy Management
05.2001 - 01.2020
United States Naval Academy
Bachelor of Science from General Engineering
05.2001 - 01.2009