Brandon Bates
Climax,GA
Summary
Experienced Mechanic Specialist seeking to expand by learning new skills and roles within BASF. Seeking the role as the FCC Production Specialist where I can upgrade my skills and contribute to the growth of the company.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic Specialist 3
BASF
01.2019 - Current
- Performs diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Installs, rearranges, diagnose, reassemble, repair and aligns complex equipment.
- Presents as the current acting forman with duties of scheduling, SAP and Excel spreadsheets for the past four years.
- Performs work in the mechanic's skill area such as fabrication, assembly, repair and welding.
- Performs routine maintenance on equipment to keep production running.
FCC Production Operator
BASF
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Worked with central control room monitoring machinery to identify concerns, make corrections or report problems.
- Collect samples and perform test for the lab to check for quality of product.
- Worked with maintenance locking out and isolating equipment for work to be completed.
Welder
Classon Industrial
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
Relief Operator/ Load Out- Clay Unload
BASF
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues, minimizing disruptions to production schedules.
- Coordinated closely with other departments such as maintenance and quality control to address any concerns or opportunities for improvement.
- Operate, maintain and make proper adjustments on equipment.
- Report and receive work instructions from the Production Coordinator while while working on a shift.
- Improved plant efficiency by monitoring and adjusting equipment to maintain optimal operating conditions.
- Performed duties in areas of chemical handler, shipping floor, load out and clay unload.
Journeyman
Cherokee Equipment
09.2011 - 01.2014
- Maximized equipment longevity by performing routine maintenance checks and addressing issues promptly.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Performed sandblasting, painting, hydroblasting, scaffolding and industrial vacuum services.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bainbridge High School
Bainbridge, GA05.2012
Skills
Leadership
Critical Thinking
Problem Solving
Metal Fabrication
Welding
Team Building
Mechanics
Safety Compliance
Timeline
Mechanic Specialist 3
BASF
01.2019 - Current
FCC Production Operator
BASF
01.2017 - 01.2019
Welder
Classon Industrial
01.2015 - 01.2017
Relief Operator/ Load Out- Clay Unload
BASF
01.2014 - 01.2015
Journeyman
Cherokee Equipment
09.2011 - 01.2014
High School Diploma -
Bainbridge High School
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