William Coopwood - Senior Maintenance Technician - Bosch

Summary

Highly accomplished and results-driven Maintenance Supervisor with 10+ years of progressive experience at Bosch, specializing in optimizing industrial operations through proactive problem-solving, system-wide analysis, and strategic team leadership. Proven expertise in complex diagnostics, preventative maintenance program development, and driving system improvement initiatives across entire operational workflows. Adept at leveraging advanced business systems (RTS, WCS, Blue Yonder, Tableau) for data-driven decision-making and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Seeking to leverage deep technical knowledge and leadership capabilities to enhance operational excellence in a challenging new role.

Overview

18

years of professional experience

1

Certification

Work History

Senior Maintenance Technician

Bosch

West Memphis, AR

08.2012 - Current

Expertly diagnosed and resolved complex mechanical and electrical issues in air compressors and print-and-apply machines, ensuring 99%+ operational uptime and minimizing production disruptions.
Spearheaded root cause analysis efforts for recurring equipment failures, implementing sustainable solutions that reduced unscheduled downtime.
Managed daily maintenance operations, including work order scheduling, resource allocation, and spare parts inventory management.
Designed, implemented, and managed comprehensive PM schedules for diverse industrial equipment (e.g., conveyors, robotics, packaging machinery), resulting in a significant reduction in reactive maintenance and extending asset lifespans.
Proactively identified critical maintenance needs, shifting the department towards a predictive maintenance model.
Led and contributed to high-impact projects focused on enhancing conveyor systems, optimizing internal processes, and improving overall departmental efficiency across the entire Bosch West Memphis facility.
Cultivated a deep understanding of Bosch’s complete operational workflow, from Receiving to Shipping, fostering seamless interdepartmental communication and proactively addressing internal customer needs through a systems-thinking approach.
Cultivated a collaborative and empowered team environment, fostering individual growth and accountability, and mentoring/developing junior technicians.
Effectively delegated tasks and provided hands-on training, empowering technicians to proactively identify and prevent future breakdowns, enhancing overall team capability and responsiveness.
Routinely stepped into a 'Backup Team Lead' role, coordinating daily maintenance tasks, allocating resources, and providing guidance to junior technicians to ensure efficient completion of assignments.
Championed safety protocols as a Forklift Trainer on the Safety Committee, ensuring strict adherence to OSHA regulations, including LOTO procedures, to maintain a secure working environment.
Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by performing root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures, informing strategies to enhance reliability and efficiency (e.g., in high-bay, full-case, and FR areas).
Managed critical equipment support functions, including battery changing operations, to maintain uninterrupted material flow.
Collaborated cross-functionally with logistics and production teams to coordinate maintenance schedules and urgent repairs, ensuring minimal impact on shipping deadlines (e.g., supporting shipping and LTL lanes).
Collaborated extensively with safety teams to identify and mitigate workplace hazards, developing and implementing Super OPL and ELPC systems for systemic tracking and documentation.
Skillfully managed external contractors, ensuring strict adherence to facility guidelines, safety protocols, and project timelines, while effectively overseeing project planning initiatives.

Maintenance Technician

McDonald's

Marion, AR

01.2008 - 01.2010

Managed and executed comprehensive facility maintenance operations, ensuring optimal functionality and safety standards for all equipment and infrastructure.
Performed timely and effective repairs on a diverse range of equipment, including kitchen machinery, plumbing systems, HVAC units, and electrical wiring.
Proactively identified potential issues and implemented corrective measures to prevent system failures and costly emergency repairs.

Education

Mechatronic Certified -

08-2011

HVAC Certified - undefined

08-2011

High School Diploma - undefined

Hughes High School

Hughes, AR

05-2007

Skills

Maintenance & Diagnostics: Mechanical & Electrical Troubleshooting, PLC-controlled Systems, Material Handling Robotics, Industrial Automation, Hydraulic Systems, Pneumatic Systems, HVAC, Air Compressors, Print-and-Apply Machines, Conveyor Systems, Packaging Machinery, Root Cause Analysis, Preventative & Predictive Maintenance (PM), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Blueprints & Schematics Interpretation
Systems & Software: RTS (Real-time Tracking System), WCS (Warehouse Control System), Blue Yonder (formerly JDA), Tableau (Data Extraction & Analysis), Red Prairie, Microsoft Office Suite

Safety & Compliance: OSHA Regulations, Safety Committee, Forklift Training, Super OPL, ELPC, IDF (Intermediate Distribution Frame), Control Cabinets
Leadership & Operations: Team Leadership, Training & Mentoring, Resource Allocation, Work Order Management, Spare Parts Inventory, Cross-functional Collaboration, Project Management, Continuous Improvement