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Brooks Sutherland

Taylorsville,KY

Summary

Proficient Maintenance Coordinator specializing in asset management and preventive maintenance. Known for exceptional attention to detail and strong professional communication, consistently delivering high-quality results that support organizational efficiency and reliability.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

ME/Maintenance Coordinator

KMG New Flyer
Shepherdsville, KY
10.2020 - Current
  • Coordinated maintenance schedules to ensure optimal equipment functionality and reduce downtime.
  • Managed inventory of maintenance supplies, ensuring availability for timely repairs and servicing.
  • Collaborated with technicians to identify and resolve equipment issues, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Implemented preventive maintenance programs that improved reliability and extended asset lifespan.
  • Managed vendor relationships for timely delivery of parts and services, ensuring smooth operations within the facility.
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
  • Enhanced communication between departments, facilitating prompt responses to maintenance requests and reducing delays in repairs.
  • Led cross-functional teams in troubleshooting complex equipment failures, driving rapid resolution efforts.

Quality Control Technician

KMG New Flyer
Shepherdsville, KY
10.2020 - Current
  • Conducted inspections to ensure product quality and adherence to specifications.
  • Utilized measurement tools to assess production accuracy and compliance with standards.
  • Collaborated with production teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Developed testing protocols for new materials and processes to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Trained junior technicians on quality control procedures and best practices in inspection techniques.
  • Led root cause analysis sessions to identify underlying issues impacting product quality.
  • Established documentation practices for quality control reports, ensuring accurate record-keeping and traceability.
  • Maintained quality documentation and records for conformance with relevant standards.
  • Collaborated with production teams to address and resolve quality concerns, improving overall product reliability.
  • Inspected raw materials and finished products to verify quality and disposed items that did not meet safety requirements.
  • Evaluated samples against standards by completing measurements, visual inspections, and other established tests.

Quality Control Technician

Tenneco Inc
Jeffersonville, IN
03.2017 - 10.2020
  • Analyzed defect trends and recommended process improvements to reduce non-conformance rates.
  • Performed thorough inspections of incoming materials and outgoing products.
  • Enhanced product quality by conducting comprehensive inspections and identifying defects in a timely manner.
  • Maintained accurate records of all quality control activities, ensuring easy retrieval for audits or management inquiries.
  • Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
  • Assisted management in maintaining ISO certification through diligent documentation and adherence to established protocols.
  • Analyzed data trends to identify areas of concern and recommend proactive solutions, resulting in fewer product returns.
  • Developed and executed test plans to ensure products met customer specifications, increasing client satisfaction rates.
  • Played key role in obtaining prestigious industry certification for company by leading quality control aspect of audit.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Brown Mackie College
Louisville, KY
07-2017

Skills

  • Scheduling coordination
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Data entry and analysis
  • Decision-making
  • Quality assurance
  • Safety compliance
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Leadership skills
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Analytical and critical thinking
  • Self motivation

Timeline

ME/Maintenance Coordinator

KMG New Flyer
10.2020 - Current

Quality Control Technician

KMG New Flyer
10.2020 - Current

Quality Control Technician

Tenneco Inc
03.2017 - 10.2020

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Brown Mackie College