Chris Bradford
Cherokee
Summary
Results-driven Maintenance General Foreman with a solid track record in safety enforcement and team supervision. Proven ability to implement process improvements and mentor junior staff to optimize productivity and operational efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance General Foreman (Hot Line)
Constellium Rolled Products
06.2023 - 11.2025
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and production standards.
- Coordinated workflow between departments, optimizing resource allocation and productivity.
- Developed training programs for new employees, enhancing team competency and performance.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and increased operational efficiency.
- Led safety audits, promoting a culture of compliance and risk management among staff.
- Fostered teamwork through effective communication and conflict resolution strategies on the floor.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Performed job safety analysis on daily basis to mitigate risks for all workers and visitors to job sites.
- Showcased exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected project challenges, rapidly adjusting strategies and reallocating resources to maintain progress and minimize delays.
- Collaborated with subcontractors for seamless coordination of work scopes, ensuring smooth project execution from start to finish.
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
- Ordered necessary supplies and materials required for installation of new work and remodeling of existing systems.
- Mentored junior team members in the development of their skills, providing guidance and support that facilitated career advancement opportunities.
Project Engineer (Sheet Finishing)
Constellium Rolled Products
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Coordinated project schedules and resource allocation to ensure timely completion of engineering tasks.
- Developed and maintained project documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product development processes and resolve technical issues.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced lead times and increased operational efficiency across projects.
- Conducted regular project reviews, identifying potential risks and implementing mitigation strategies proactively.
- Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
- Completed construction tasks while providing safe working conditions, staying on budget and meeting project deadlines.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration to achieve project goals.
Plantwide Electrical Supervisor/Engineer
Constellium Rolled Products
11.2019 - 03.2022
- Supervised daily electrical operations ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Led troubleshooting efforts for electrical systems, resulting in reduced downtime.
- Developed and implemented maintenance schedules for electrical equipment to enhance reliability.
- Trained and mentored junior electricians, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Supervised yearly breaker testing 480VAC to 6900 VAC
- Supervised yearly 6900VAC and 13800 VAC switchyard outages
- Mentored junior electricians to develop their skills and improve overall team performance.
- Analyzed complex technical problems, determined solutions and made sound decisions.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
Maintenance Manager (Hot Line)
Constellium Rolled Products
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Supervised maintenance teams to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs, reducing equipment downtime and improving reliability.
- Developed training materials for staff to enhance technical skills and safety awareness.
- Coordinated repairs and scheduled maintenance activities to optimize production efficiency.
- Analyzed equipment performance data, identifying trends to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Managed budget allocations for maintenance operations, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
- Reduced downtime by efficiently overseeing the maintenance team and prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
Maintenance Electrical General Foreman (Hot Line)
Wise Alloys
10.2012 - 08.2018
- Supervised daily electrical operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Coordinated team activities to optimize workflow and enhance project efficiency.
- Mentored junior electricians, providing technical guidance and support for skill development.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and increased productivity on-site.
- Conducted regular inspections of electrical systems to identify potential issues and ensure reliability.
- Mentored junior electricians to enhance their skills, knowledge, and performance on the job site.
- Read complex schematics and blueprints to install and repair electrical systems.
- Developed training programs focused on best practices in electrical safety and installation techniques.
- Reduced electrical downtime by implementing preventive maintenance schedules and routine equipment checks.
Maintenance General Foreman (Sheet Finishing)
Constellium Rolled Products
04.2011 - 10.2012
- Supervised daily operations to ensure project timelines and safety standards were consistently met.
- Led workforce planning and resource allocation to optimize productivity across multiple teams.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance staff skills and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with subcontractors and suppliers to streamline workflow and reduce downtime.
- Monitored equipment maintenance schedules, minimizing disruptions in project execution.
Electrical Engineer (Sheet Finishing)
Wise Alloys
03.2010 - 04.2011
- Designed and implemented electrical systems to enhance operational efficiency.
- Conducted troubleshooting and maintenance on high-voltage equipment to ensure safety compliance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.
- Led project management initiatives, coordinating timelines and resources for multiple electrical projects.
- Troubleshooting electrical downtime through the use of PLCs and electrical knowledge.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05-2009
Associate of Science - Electrical Technology
Northeast Mississippi Community College
Booneville, MS05-2003
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Leading teams
- Supervisory skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Coordinating tasks
- Crew management
- Job site maintenance
- Daily planning
- Safety enforcement
- Team supervision
- Site inspections
- Crew oversight
- Safety practices
- Documentation skills
- Effective communication
- Work assignments
- Hour tracking
- Blueprint analysis
- Safety protocols
- Project planning
- Report writing
- Team leadership skills
- Forklift operation
- Team training and support
Timeline
Maintenance General Foreman (Hot Line)
Constellium Rolled Products
06.2023 - 11.2025
Project Engineer (Sheet Finishing)
Constellium Rolled Products
03.2022 - 06.2023
Plantwide Electrical Supervisor/Engineer
Constellium Rolled Products
11.2019 - 03.2022
Maintenance Manager (Hot Line)
Constellium Rolled Products
08.2018 - 11.2019
Maintenance Electrical General Foreman (Hot Line)
Wise Alloys
10.2012 - 08.2018
Maintenance General Foreman (Sheet Finishing)
Constellium Rolled Products
04.2011 - 10.2012
Electrical Engineer (Sheet Finishing)
Wise Alloys
03.2010 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Technology
Mississippi State University
Associate of Science - Electrical Technology
Northeast Mississippi Community College