Brian K. Barrett

• Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
• Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
• Maintained accurate records for all repairs, upgrades, and preventative measures taken on various equipment types.

Took an much needed break between positions in order to avoid burnout.

• Perform emergency repairs and troubleshoot mechanical problems
• Minor electrical troubleshooting and replace motors and switches
• Perform some minor welding repairs
• Inspected and repaired industrial equipment to ensure optimal performance
• Supported production team by completing timely repairs on conveyor systems, pneumatic tools and line machinery
• Checked functional parts regularly and proactively identified building mechanical problems
• Worked according to safety standards, building codes and good manufacturing practices
• Improved performance by repairing or replacing defective parts
• Followed safety protocols when working with hazardous materials or operating heavy machinery
• Lubricated operational parts of machinery, replaced filters and checked fluid levels
• Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning, and adjustments
• Maintained plant equipment for safe and continual operation
• Fabricated custom components using welding and machining techniques
• Kept work area clean by organizing tools properly after use

• Perform planned maintenance, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs
• Troubleshoot machine problems, replace single and 3 phase motors, gear boxes speed reducers, belts, pulleys, etc
• Assist electromechanical tech with electrical issues
• Performed routine maintenance on various types of machinery, such as pumps, motors, and conveyor systems
• Installed electrical components like switches, sensors, or control panels following wiring diagrams
• Operated computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) for new work orders and tracking existing orders
• Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns or urgent repair requests from production teams

• Perform planned maintenance, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs
• Troubleshoot machine problems, replace single and 3 phase motors, gear boxes speed reducers, belts, pulleys, etc
• Responsible for the plant shutdown at the end of the week
• Start up and shut down the steam generator and boiler
• Reviewed operation manuals and followed instructions aligning with protocols
• Serviced and tested machinery regularly to evaluate performance
• Inspected and tested components to locate operational and structural issues
• Maintained equipment efficiency and performance with preventive and corrective repairs
• Lubricated moving parts within machinery to reduce wear and friction during operation
• Inspected and diagnosed mechanical issues in machinery and equipment

• Perform planned maintenance, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs
• Troubleshoot machine problems, replace motors single and 3 phase motors, gear boxes speed reducers, belts, pulleys, etc
• Work with equipment such as palletizers and unitizers
• Currently work on equipment such as corrugators and slitters producing corrugated products
• Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning, and adjustments
• Completed necessary paperwork for work orders, safety reports, and incident documentation
• Maintained plant equipment for safe and continual operation
• Read blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to understand equipment operation
• Responded to emergency breakdowns in timely manner to minimize downtime
• Kept work area clean by organizing tools properly after use
• Completed periodic and preventive maintenance according to schedule

• Perform planned maintenance, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs
• Troubleshoot machine problems, replace motors single and 3 phase motors, gear boxes speed reducers, belts, pulleys, etc
• Work with product fillers such as Remy and Gasti cup fillers
• Douglas case packers and priority one palletizers
• One of case packers is a Schubert case packer capable of packing cases of 8 12 or 18 count
• Product coders such as Video Jet lasers and ink printers along with Markem wax case coders
• Stand up and sit down fork lift certified as well as walkies/electric pallet jacks
• Other equipment includes lid and cap sorters along with cappers

• Perform planned maintenance, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs
• Troubleshoot machine problems, replace motors single and 3 phase motors, gear boxes speed reducers, belts, pulleys, etc
• Experience with food production and packaging equipment
• Some of our equipment includes ovens, proofers, bread and bun coolers, switch conveyors, transfer conveyors
• Other equipment includes product baggers, sealers, pan stackers and unstackers
• Enter work orders and order parts using Somax software

• Perform planned maintenance, preventative maintenance, and emergency repairs
• Troubleshoot machine problems, replace motors single and 3 phase motors, gear boxes speed reducers, belts, pulleys, etc
• Troubleshoot minor electrical issues
• Replace plugs, switches, breakers, run new cord drops
• Experience with food production and packaging equipment
• Some of our equipment includes Ishida scales and check weighs, metal detectors, heat tunnels, conveyors, tripack bander (sealer), bucket elevators, shakers, capper/lidder, belcor tape/case sealers, glue case sealer, case formers
• Conveyor maintenance, repair, and installation
• Managed 4 other mechanics
• Orders parts as needed
• Coordinators with contractors and equipment vendors on a regular basis
• Willing to learn any skills needed to become a better mechanic/employee
• Reviewed operation manuals and followed instructions aligning with protocols
• Handled high volume maintenance work orders with organized approach
• Serviced and tested machinery regularly to evaluate performance
• Disassembled complex machine components for cleaning or repair without causing damage to surrounding parts
• Trained junior mechanics on proper maintenance procedures, techniques, and safety protocols
• Installed electrical components like switches, sensors, or control panels following wiring diagrams
• Cleaned and repaired equipment and broken parts to maintain smooth operation
• Performed routine maintenance on various types of machinery, such as pumps, motors, and conveyor systems
• Operated diagnostic equipment to test performance of machines and identify malfunctions
• Conducted regular lubrication and parts replacement for optimal performance
• Adjusted parts and controls to optimize mechanical function and performance
• Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns or urgent repair requests from production teams
• Reduced downtime, applying well-honed troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques to address and resolve equipment failures
• Observed operations and traced faults to implement corrective actions
• Assisted in installation of new equipment by assembling components and connecting wiring
• Collaborated with other maintenance staff to troubleshoot complex problems and develop solutions
• Maintained equipment efficiency and performance with preventive and corrective repairs
• Inspected and diagnosed mechanical issues in machinery and equipment
• Repaired or replaced defective parts using hand tools and power tools
• Carried out safety checks on all equipment before performing any repair work or starting job
• Performed emergency repairs during after hours to avoid further damage and disruptions

• Operates manual lathes and mills
• Performs rough operations using manual, CNC lathes, CNC Mills and run finish operations on CNC machines
• Runs Warner and Swasey Turret lathes, M-510, M 3470, Mazak Quick-turn 35 M-250 and M-350 CNC lathe
• Employs industrial control software as needed
• Reads and interprets directions, blueprints, charts, instructions and other materials to guide manufacturing
• Selects cutting tools, materials using knowledge of metals, and adjusts machine according to instructions
• Adjusts machine controls to maintain specified tolerances; positions, secures and aligns tool holders
• Inspects work pieces to verify they conform to all specifications, using gauges, micrometers and other devices
• Communicates with managers and co-workers to analyze information and compare and evaluate results
• Manages movement of material on pallets from storage to work area/machine

• Ran and maintained double-spindle hones, producing precision parts within tolerance according to blueprint
• Applied calipers, tape measures and other device to check diameter and length of parts
• Used Oracle application to input, complete and transfer orders
• Trained new machine operators on daily responsibilities
• Provided preventive machine maintenance and assisted maintenance crew when required
• Assisted with supervisor responsibilities including problem solving, employee management, and other duties
• Familiar with short and long range bore mics (mechanical and pneumatic) to check inner diameters of parts