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Brian Jackson

Kalamazoo

Summary

Results-driven Maintenance Technician with a solid background at West Michigan Flocking, focusing on equipment maintenance and effective problem-solving. Spearheaded the creation of preventive maintenance protocols, significantly enhancing operational efficiency. Skilled in hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical systems, dedicated to ongoing learning and maximizing machinery performance while minimizing downtime.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Technician

West Michigan Flocking
Kalamazoo
11.2023 - Current
  • Executed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
  • Conducted inspections of drives, motors, and belts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Addressed emergency breakdowns swiftly during shift hours to minimize downtime.
  • Replaced defective parts including bearings, seals, gears, and valves to restore functionality.

Maintenance Manager

WEST MICHIGAN FLOCKING
Covert
07.2016 - 05.2020

Developed preventive maintenance procedures for all machines used in production.

  • Troubleshot electrical issues and repaired plastic injection molding machines.
  • Designed and fabricated fixtures to improve operational efficiency.
  • Ordered necessary parts to ensure timely repairs and maintenance.
  • Hired, trained, and managed maintenance department staff for optimal performance.
  • Created layout designs for production equipment in a new plant.

Maintenance Technician

West Michigan Flocking
Covert
10.2012 - 07.2016
  • Executed preventive maintenance on machines and equipment through lubrication and cleaning tasks.
  • Conducted routine inspections of plant equipment, identifying wear or malfunctioning parts.
  • Installed new pumps, compressors, ovens, and other mechanical systems to enhance operations.
  • Interpreted equipment and work orders to perform necessary maintenance services accurately.
  • Responded to emergency breakdowns promptly during shift hours to minimize downtime.
  • Replaced bearings, belts, sensors, valves, motors and switches to ensure optimal functionality.

Line Coordinator/Repair Welder

Benteler Group
Grand Rapids
09.2011 - 09.2012
  • Repaired burn-throughs from automation welders using TIG welding techniques.
  • Operated final check gauges to ensure quality control standards..
  • Performed basic troubleshooting for automation systems to minimize downtime.
  • Executed basic repairs on robotic welders to enhance operational reliability.
  • Prepared reports outlining production data such as number of units produced per hour, day, week.

Lead Welder and Fabricator

Holland sheet metal
Holland
07.2007 - 08.2011
  • Interpreted blueprints to ensure precise direction of fabrication processes.
  • Set up and operated lathes for accurate metal shaping and milling operations.
  • Fabricated metal components while adhering to strict tolerances.
  • Utilized drill presses to achieve accurate hole placement.
  • Applied TIG and MIG welding techniques to create durable joints.

Millwright

Louis Padnos/IXL machine shop
Holland
05.2004 - 06.2007
  • Fabricated parts according to blueprints with precision and accuracy.
  • Performed maintenance on shears and shredders to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Executed repairs and maintenance on cranes and conveyors to minimize downtime.
  • Conducted millwright duties on heavy machinery for efficient scrap metal recycling.
  • Enhanced performance of sheer blades, auger screws, and spiders through regular inspections.

Education

Associate's degree - Business

Jackson College
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05.2025

Associate's degree - Arts

Jackson College
Jackson, MI
08-2023

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Willingness to learn
  • Machinery repair

Certification

  • Welding Certification, 08/98, Present, GMAW, OAW, SMAW, FCAW, GTAW
  • Print Reading for Manufacturing 1 and 2, 05/17, Present, Print Reading for manufacturing. 1 and 2.
  • Supervisor, Leadership Skills, 11/17, Present, Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center.

Awards

  • High Honors, 08/22, Graduated Jackson College with H.H.
  • Dean's List, 08/20, Named to the 2020 fall semester Dean's List at Jackson College.
  • Dean's List, 08/21, Named to the 2021 fall semester Dean's List at Jackson College.
  • Dean's List, 01/21, Named to the 2021 winter semester Dean's List at Jackson College.

Personal Information

Authorized To Work: US for any employer

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

West Michigan Flocking
11.2023 - Current

Maintenance Manager

WEST MICHIGAN FLOCKING
07.2016 - 05.2020

Maintenance Technician

West Michigan Flocking
10.2012 - 07.2016

Line Coordinator/Repair Welder

Benteler Group
09.2011 - 09.2012

Lead Welder and Fabricator

Holland sheet metal
07.2007 - 08.2011

Millwright

Louis Padnos/IXL machine shop
05.2004 - 06.2007

Associate's degree - Business

Jackson College

Associate's degree - Arts

Jackson College