Brian Peterson
Canton,MI
Summary
Experienced Maintenance Millwright proficient in performing well under pressure and tight deadlines. Adept at identifying causes of mechanical problems and repairing machinery or replacing defective parts. Friendly and hardworking with 84+ hours of availability weekly. Diligent Maintenance Mechanic recognized for excellent job performance. Conducts direct work and preventive maintenance on industrial machines and equipment. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Precision-focused mechanic with exceptional mechanical aptitude. Keeps machines and equipment in top operating condition via disciplined troubleshooting process. Plans and analyzes work and completes jobs quickly to allow continued production.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Skilled Trades, Millwright
General Motors Co
Hamtramck, MI
09.2023 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues in machinery to minimize downtime.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex mechanical problems efficiently.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, enhancing operational reliability and extending equipment lifespan.
- Trained junior millwrights in best practices for equipment repair and safety protocols.
- Led projects to upgrade machinery, improving productivity and reducing operating costs.
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
- Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
- Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
- Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics for maintenance efficiency, equipment uptime, and safety compliance.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
- Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
- Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with [Number]% accuracy.
- Streamlined maintenance processes through effective organization of tools, parts inventory, and work orders.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex machinery, leading to reduced downtime and increased production efficiency.
- Conducted detailed machinery installations, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to manufacturer specifications.
- Performed routine inspections and maintenance to optimize machinery performance.
- Installed, repaired and maintained automated systems in accordance with safety regulations.
- Documented repairs and maintenance activities to create reports for management.
Journeyman Millwright
Local 1102
Detroit, MI
06.2013 - 09.2023
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding and fabrication to avoid production delays.
- Aligned and leveled machines and conveyor using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
- Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
- Read blueprints to safely and efficiently assemble equipment worth up to $1,000,000.00+.
- Performed routine inspections and maintenance to optimize machinery performance.
- Positioned steel beams to support bedplates of machines and equipment using blueprints and schematic drawings.
- Documented repairs and maintenance activities to create reports for management.
- Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with 100% accuracy.
- Disassembled machinery parts and categorized properly before moving to storage.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Bay De Noc Community College
Escanaba, MIAssociate of Applied Science - Welding And Industrial Maintenance
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MIMillwrighting - undefined
Local 1102 Millwright Apprenticeship
Detroit, MISkills
- Conveyor Assembly
- Maintenance Processes
- Mechanical Alignment
- Machinery Transporting
- Industrial Machinery Maintenance
- Training Junior Team Members
- System Layouts
- Replacement and Repair Work
- Machinery Assembly
- Safe Work Practices
- Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Working Drawings and Procedures
- Hand Wrenching
- Inspection and Examination
- Modifications and Adjustments
- Hand and Machine Tools
- Parts Installation
- Tool Repair and Maintenance
- Blueprint Reading
- Fabricate Parts
- Welding and Bolting
- Mechanical Operations
- Hand Torches
- Malfunction Diagnosis
- Fabrication
- Equipment installation
- Safety compliance
- Equipment inspections
- Root-cause analysis
- Repair work
- Equipment assembly
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Power tools operation
- Rigging techniques
- Productivity and safety improvement
- Equipment set up
- Issue and problem resolution
- Machinery dismantling
- Conveyor assembly
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
Certification
- Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship
- 3G GMAW Welding Certification
- I started the apprenticeship school in Marquette, MI and transferred to local 1102, where I finished trade school and received my Journeyman Millwright Card.
- The United States Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship. This is to certify that Brian William Peterson has completed an apprenticeship for the occupation MILLWRIGHT under the sponsorship of Michigan Statewide Carpenters & Millwrights JATF in accordance with the basic standards of apprenticeship established by the Secretary of Labor. Date Completed: October 08, 2020
- Carpenters International Certification Council hereby certifies that Brian W Peterson, CRS having met the highest standards of demonstrated knowledge and skill established by the Carpenters International Certification Council is distinguished as a Certified Rigger and Signaler (CRS). This certification covers hand signals, voice signals, and radio signals, and meets and exceeds OSHA and ANSI requirements. Period of Certification: March 20, 2019 - March 31, 2023
Timeline
Skilled Trades, Millwright
General Motors Co
09.2023 - Current
Journeyman Millwright
Local 1102
06.2013 - 09.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Welding And Industrial Maintenance
Northern Michigan University
Millwrighting - undefined
Local 1102 Millwright Apprenticeship
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration And Management
Bay De Noc Community College