Arthur Thorp
Owendale
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Coordinator with extensive experience at Heartland Steel Products, excelling in electrical maintenance and equipment repair. Proven track record in enhancing workplace safety and efficiency through proactive troubleshooting and effective team mentorship. Skilled in hydraulic systems and committed to continuous improvement, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of factory equipment. To obtain a position of employment that will utilize my extensive knowledge, experience and skills in machine repair.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Cooriator/Lead Maintenance Technician
Heartland Steel Products
09.2010 - 03.2022
- Repaired and installed electrical wiring for light fixtures, power outlets and Major electrical system.
- Used arc welding, tig welding and plasmas cutting equipment to repair metal structures, components, and manufacturing machinery.
- Conducted mechanical and electrical maintenance of factory equipment.
- Supported plant expansions by providing input during design phase on installation requirements for new equipment and utilities.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
Maintenance/Equipment Specialist
LaBudde Group
09.2008 - 09.2010
- Coordinated logistical aspects of equipment acquisition projects, including transportation, installation, and training requirements.
- Enhanced workplace safety with thorough inspections and adherence to regulatory guidelines.
- Created and maintained up-to-date spreadsheets to track cap EX, expendable usage and general department expenses.
- Maintained inventory of necessary expendables, parts and supplies.
- Developed a system for tracking equipment maintenance schedules, leading to increased reliability and fewer breakdowns.
Production Welder
Eugene Welding
09.2006 - 09.2008
- Enhanced production efficiency by implementing lean manufacturing techniques and reducing waste.
- Strengthened workplace safety culture, actively participating in safety meetings and contributing ideas for continuous improvement.
- Trained new hires on proper welding techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols to ensure consistent work quality across the team.
- Checked drive rolls and wire spool hubs to verify adequate tension for optimal feeding performance.
Welder/Fabricator
Vultron Corp
11.2002 - 08.2006
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Construction & Maintenance Welder
Tower Automotive
01.1984 - 02.2002
- Developed strong working relationships with vendors to source high-quality materials at competitive prices while maintaining budgetary constraints.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to junior welders, fostering a positive learning environment and improving overall team performance.
- Collaborated with engineers to design custom solutions for unique project challenges, resulting in successful completions under tight deadlines.
- Implemented lean manufacturing principles in daily tasks which increased efficiency and reduced project turnaround times.
- Assisted with the installation of new equipment, ensuring proper alignment and secure welding for optimal performance.
- Performed various types of welding processes, including MIG, TIG, stick, and flux-cored arc welding techniques.
- Reduced downtime for production lines by quickly identifying and resolving welding issues.
- Continuously updated knowledge and skills through ongoing training sessions, staying current with industry trends in welding technology.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cass City High School
Cass City, MI06-1984
Skills
- Electrical maintenance
- Pneumatic controls
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical systems
- Equipment installation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Pneumatic systems
- Equipment Repair
Certification
Arc welder journeyman, Pace International Union, Mi. Tool & Die Welding Global Training Alliance, Mi. Certified Mechanic, State of Mi. CDL-A State of Mi.
Timeline
Maintenance Cooriator/Lead Maintenance Technician
Heartland Steel Products
09.2010 - 03.2022
Maintenance/Equipment Specialist
LaBudde Group
09.2008 - 09.2010
Production Welder
Eugene Welding
09.2006 - 09.2008
Welder/Fabricator
Vultron Corp
11.2002 - 08.2006
Construction & Maintenance Welder
Tower Automotive
01.1984 - 02.2002
High School Diploma -
Cass City High School
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