Brian Dayton
Spartanburg,SC
Summary
Highly motivated and reliable Industrial Maintenance Technician with 16 years of
experience in the Maintenance field, and an Information Technology Degree. Worked
multiple years in the Army, being responsible for the maintenance of over
$120,000,000 worth of equipment. Worked shift rotation for multiple years for Michelin
as a troubleshooter, and spent a year as a Machine Responsible Technician,
responsible for the maintenance and upgrades of textile cutter equipment. I used CMMS systems to record work processes, catalog parts used, and create follow up work orders when needed. Worked
with quality, scheduling, and production personnel, to identify, acquire, and install
upgrades for all aspects of the cutters. Worked with Royal Paper as a Controls Technician, and PennAluminum as the department Electrical Engineer, working with Allen Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, and Omron PLC's and drives. This Includes time sensitive troubleshooting of breakdowns, planned upgrades, and heavy re-programming of the PLC's and Drives. Developed from scratch new preventative maintenance procedures, work orders, and Lock Out Tag Out procedures and implemented them in the workspace.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrical Controls Engineer
PennAluminumInternational
08.2024 - Current
- Spearheaded improvements in standard operating procedures for the Electrical Controls Engineering department.
- Conducted extensive testing on newly installed equipment to verify functionality and adherence to design specifications.
- Provided expert technical support to maintenance teams, addressing complex electrical issues and improving overall productivity.
- Optimized machine performance through the development of PLC programs and HMI interfaces.
- Increased process efficiency by upgrading outdated controls hardware with modern technology solutions.
- Coordinated with vendors to identify and procure appropriate equipment necessary for project completion.
- Enhanced system efficiency by designing and implementing electrical control systems for industrial applications.
- Successfully completed retrofit projects, updating existing machinery with state-of-the-art controls technology for improved performance capabilities.
- Utilized various electrical tools and equipment to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical problems.
Electrical Controls Technician
Royal Paper
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Lead Electrical Controls Technician responsible for maintenance, repair, and upgrades of industrial machinery.
- Improved system efficiency by implementing PLC programming and troubleshooting techniques.
- Reduced downtime with proactive preventive maintenance measures for electrical controls components.
- Consolidated programming tools for PLC communication and programs, and implemented them on replicable laptop.
- Optimized machine performance through the development of PLC programs and HMI interfaces.
- Enhanced system efficiency by designing and implementing electrical control systems for industrial applications.
- Improved equipment reliability with thorough troubleshooting of electrical control issues.
- Provided expert technical support to production teams, addressing complex electrical issues and improving overall productivity.
- Utilized various electrical tools and equipment to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical problems.
Crane Technician
Crane 1
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
- 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.
- Quickly responded to on site customer breakdown calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Partnered with facility management to successfully complete projects within anticipated deadlines.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks and adjustments on fluid levels, hoses, belts, brakes, treads and clutches.
- Maintained service logs and records of maintenance on cranes.
- Installed new components and repaired damaged parts.
- Maintained meticulous records of all repair work that was made to machines and equipment.
- Diagnose electrical, mechanical and programming issues using knowledge, manual testing and computer-aided tools.
Reliability Technician
Michelin Tire
09.2016 - 02.2022
- Scheduled preventive and predictive maintenance actions based on failure analysis.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Performed major project work for modification and installation of manufacturing equipment.
- Troubleshoot electrical/mechanical breakdowns and repair in a time sensitive environment.
- Completed an average of 20 maintenance breakdown calls per 12 hour shift.
- Troubleshoot program process issues in PLC, Control Logix, And SLC5000 controllers.
- Modify and improve incoming and existing parts based on production and quality control needs.
- Perform proper shutdown/startup procedures in accordance with site safety standards.
- Record and report all maintenance activity in CMMS.
Patriot Missile Systems Technician
Military
06.2009 - 06.2014
- Determined shortcomings in electronic assemblies, sub assemblies, modules, and circuit elements.
- Isolate Malfunctions using diagnostic and electronic test equipment in a time sensitive environment.
- Diagnose and repair signal and fiber optic cables.
- Trace incorrect electrical signals to the source and repair or replace failed electronic or waveguide components.
- Inspect industrial and field equipment for accurate assembly and installation, and for defects such as loose connections or frayed wires.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology
Vista College
El Paso, TX03.2016
High School Diploma -
Gilbert High School
Gilbert, SC06.2009
Skills
- PLC5, PLC500, Control Logix, SLC5000, Siemens Step 7, Mitsubishi, Omron controller use for troubleshooting and heavy program modification
- PLC Hardware Selection Including firmware upgrades
- Program Design and Modification
- Hydraulic, and Pneumatic troubleshooting and repair
- 3 Phase power troubleshooting and repair
- Troubleshooting and repair of closed-loop servo systems
- Troubleshooting and replacement of variable frequency AC drives
- Troubleshooting and repair of DC drives
- Modify and improve work methods for preventative maintenance and repair of manufacturing equipment
- Skilled at reading mechanical blueprints and electrical schematics
- Heavy Lift Management
- Worksite Safety
- Experience in RCFA processes and solutions
- Adept at developing LOTO safety procedures and PM procedures
Timeline
Electrical Controls Engineer
PennAluminumInternational
08.2024 - Current
Electrical Controls Technician
Royal Paper
06.2023 - 08.2024
Crane Technician
Crane 1
02.2022 - 06.2023
Reliability Technician
Michelin Tire
09.2016 - 02.2022
Patriot Missile Systems Technician
Military
06.2009 - 06.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Information Technology
Vista College
High School Diploma -
Gilbert High School
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