Chris Bradford
Cherokee
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance General Foremen Hot Line
Constellium
Muscle Shoals
06.2023 - 11.2025
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated workflows among multiple teams to optimize production processes.
- Trained and mentored staff on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with management to develop efficient work schedules.
- Monitored equipment performance and coordinated maintenance activities effectively.
- Documented labor hours, crew attendance and individual performance.
- Followed rules and regulations to keep job sites safe for workers, contractors and visitors.
Project Engineer Sheet Finishing
Constellium
Muscle Shoals
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Led project planning and execution for aluminum manufacturing processes.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and efficiency.
- Developed technical specifications for engineering projects and product designs.
- Conducted risk assessments to identify potential project challenges and solutions.
- Collaborated with clients to gather requirements and deliver technical solutions.
- Maintained project schedule by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities and resolving problems.
- Supervised installation of materials and equipment for compliance with drawings and specifications.
- Interacted with clients to interpret needs and requirements.
Plantwide Elec Engineer and Supervisor
Constellium
Muscle Shoals
10.2019 - 03.2022
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product designs.
- Conducted root cause analysis to resolve technical issues effectively.
- Provided support during the installation, maintenance, repair, and calibration of equipment.
- Assisted in troubleshooting issues related to product design or manufacturing processes.
- Outage coordination with all departments.
- Supervised Plantwide electrical teams on department outages and projects.
Hot Line Maintenance Manager
Constellium (Wise Alloys)
Muscle Shoals
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Managed daily maintenance operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime.
- Supervised a team of technicians and assigned tasks based on expertise.
- Maintained records of repairs, service requests, costs.
- Supervised preventive maintenance projects, employee tasks and performance and adherence to safety standards.
- Managed the maintenance staff and their daily activities.
Electrical General Foreman
Wise Alloys
Muscle Shoals
10.2012 - 08.2018
- Supervised electrical installation and maintenance for diverse construction projects.
- Coordinated work schedules and resource allocation among electrical teams.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards on job sites.
- Trained and mentored junior electricians on technical skills and safety practices.
- Responsible for all AC and DC mill motor PMs and repairs. Voltage ranging from 6900 VAC to 900 VDC.
Maintenance General Foreman (Elec and Mech)
Wise Alloys
Muscle Shoals
04.2011 - 10.2012
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated workflows among team members to enhance productivity.
- Trained new employees on tools and operational procedures effectively.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs promptly.
- Implemented process improvements to streamline assembly line operations.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss project updates and address concerns.
- Documented labor hours, crew attendance and individual performance.
- Performed final walkthroughs of each job and prepared reports.
Electrical Engineer
Wise Alloys
Muscle Shoals
03.2010 - 04.2011
- Conducted troubleshooting and maintenance of electrical equipment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams on project specifications.
- Designed electrical systems for efficient production processes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05-2009
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MS08-2003
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Project management
- Workflow coordination
- Technical specifications
- Preventive maintenance
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Maintenance General Foremen Hot Line
Constellium
06.2023 - 11.2025
Project Engineer Sheet Finishing
Constellium
03.2022 - 06.2023
Plantwide Elec Engineer and Supervisor
Constellium
10.2019 - 03.2022
Hot Line Maintenance Manager
Constellium (Wise Alloys)
08.2018 - 11.2019
Electrical General Foreman
Wise Alloys
10.2012 - 08.2018
Maintenance General Foreman (Elec and Mech)
Wise Alloys
04.2011 - 10.2012
Electrical Engineer
Wise Alloys
03.2010 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology
Mississippi State University
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Technology
Northeast Mississippi Community College