Brian Headley

• Familiar with most systems at Shoals
• Strong knowledge of PLCs, electrical, hydraulics, pneumatics, automation, human machine interface
• Familiar with HVAC and Compressor systems
• Familiar with CMMS system and Maintain X
• Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues, ensuring minimal operational downtime.
• Addressed emergency breakdowns during shifts to minimize operational disruptions.
• Performed routine maintenance to ensure equipment operated at optimal performance levels.
• Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
• Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and electrical components.
• Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
• Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
• Mentored junior technicians on effective machine operation and repair techniques.
• Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
• Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.

• Managed preventive maintenance schedules for production equipment and facilities.
• Supervised maintenance staff to ensure efficient workflow and task completion.
• Supervised preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
• Oversaw emergency repairs to minimize downtime in production operations.
• Conducted regular inspections to identify and address safety hazards promptly.
• Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards.
• Scheduled routine inspections of all areas within facility premises.
• Monitored the performance of all equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
• Performed troubleshooting on malfunctioning systems when necessary.
• Collaborated with production teams to optimize equipment performance and reliability.
• Coordinated vendor contracts for equipment repairs and service agreements.
• Purchased replacement parts from vendors to maintain inventory.
• Implemented inventory management systems for maintenance supplies and tools.
• Established a system to track inventory of spare parts, tools and supplies.
• Maintained records of repairs, service requests, costs.
• Directed employee team efforts to ensure timely completion of projects and accurate reporting.
• Allocated tasks to workers based on their individual skillsets to maximize productivity.
• Facilitated resolution of conflicts among maintenance department employees to promote teamwork.
• Conducted regular training sessions for maintenance personnel on safety protocols and best practices.
• Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
• Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
• Supervised installation, repair and upkeep of machinery and mechanical equipment.
• Provided technical support in case of system malfunctions or breakdowns.
• Drafted budgets for maintenance operations and monitored expenditures.
• Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.
• Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
• Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
• Evaluated individual and team business performance and identified opportunities for improvement.

• Supervised maintenance operations for two Goss Colorliner presses and one Man Roland press.
  Executed print production for major publications like USA Today and New York Times.
  Coordinated various commercial print jobs, including work for Sears.
  Maintained pre-press imaging systems by Agfa and other associated equipment.
  Managed mail room machinery including Quipp Gammerler stackers and K&M inserter machines.
  Oversaw ancillary equipment repair, ensuring functionality of vacuum pumps and compressors.
  Performed comprehensive electrical testing and repairs throughout the facility.
  Implemented preventative maintenance strategies with twelve technicians on rotating shifts.

• I was in charge of daily maintenance and engineering for a midsize CD and DVD software manufacturing facility. Duties included repair and maintenance on seven Netstal injection mold machines with eighty ton capacity. One with one hundred ton capacity. All with Singulus downstreams.Executed all AWM mold rebuilds. All hydraulic,pneumatic,electrical and chilled water systems. Also included three five color silk screen print machines and one offset printer. Three packaging lines and all facilities maintenance. Main air compressors, air dryers, multiple polycarbonate dryers and cold water chillers. Also responsible for NSK robot programming. Was also in charge of MSDS ,safety, and machine training plant wide.In charge of Quality Assurance and testing of all outgoing software. Responsible for all part acquisitions, contracting bids and ensuring budget guidelines were met on a monthly basis, reporting directly to the CEO.

• Responsible for maintenance on one hundred forty-two injection mold machines, ranging from sixty to three thousand tons, in a very large manufacturing plant. Injection units included Cincinnati Milicron,Husky,Nissei,and Van Dorn,for the production of interior automotive parts for most major car manufacturers.Ford,GM,Honda,and Mercedes to name a few.Other responsibilities included maintenance of all hydraulic,pneumatic,and electrical systems. Also responsible for two hundred and fifty pieces of ancillary equipment.Plant air compressors,chilled water systems,and twenty-four ,one-story material drying units with plumbing,pipe fitting and structural repair welding.Also responsible for EOA tooling,fitting and alignment.Also robot programming for EOA tooling for product and mold changes on all machines.

• Accountable for maintaining of six Netstal eighty ton injection mold machines with M-2 downstreams in a mid-sized CD software manufacturing plant.Three Kammann five color silk screen print presses with four packaging lines.Duties included all Axxicon mold rebuilds,all hydraulic,pneumatic,and electrical maintenance plant wide.All air compressors,chilled water systems and material dryer systems.Responsible for all NSK robot programming and all machine troubleshooting and repair.In charge of twenty robotic CDR burning machines ,of proprietary software for use in doctors' offices,hospitals,banks for example.Also responsible for facilities maintenance and training of machine operators.In charge of Quality Assurance and testing of all outgoing software.

• In charge of night shift maintenance operations for a large CD/CDR manufacturing plant.Responsibilities included repair of twelve Krauss Maffei injection mold machines with Fairchild downstreams.One Krauss Maffei CDR manufacturing machines.Responsible for five silk screen print presses including an Autoroll,Kammann,GL and Guann Yinn.Also one Nova Disc offset print press.Responsible for electrical,electronic repair,dryer systems and chilled water systems.Responsible for all mastering department equipment utilizing cryogenic processing.Glass mastering department including laser mastering and electroforming.Also designing and machine shop fabrication.

• FAA Certified Class IV facility.Responsible for all aspects of aircraft maintenance including avionics,engines,hydraulics,and fuel systems.Duties included,but not limited to, flight control replacement and rigging,environmental systems inspection and repair.Engine running,test and repair.Cabin pressurization and oxygen systems checks.Aircraft such as DC-8,DC-9,DC-10,737, and 747 aircraft.Maintenance for major companies such as Delta,FedEx,UPS,and Northwest airlines,American and Delta.Qualified for every aspect of aircraft maintenance as stated on my FAA certified A&P (airframe and powerplant)license.

• Ten year USAF Desert Storm combat veteran.
• Oversaw worldwide maintenance operations for F-15, F-16, A-10, and T-38 aircraft.

Executed thorough pre-flight and post-flight inspections for safety compliance across various aircraft.

Performed removal and overhaul tasks for jet engines and flight controls based on usage hours.

Conducted checks and repairs on hydraulic systems, weapon systems, and oxygen system integrity.

Rigged flight control systems to align with operational specifications effectively.

Executed engine test runs alongside afterburner testing to validate performance metrics.

Led comprehensive overhauls and testing of landing gear for reliable functionality.

Conducted assessments on electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and oxygen systems to uphold combat readiness.