Christopher Bowen
Kennett,MO
Summary
Versatile and results-driven professional with a robust background in maintenance and process control, notably at Arcosa Marine. Excelled in enhancing team productivity and equipment reliability through innovative maintenance schedules and effective leadership. Skilled in OSHA compliance and teamwork, demonstrating a strong work ethic and a commitment to safety and efficiency.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Control Processor / Over Head Crane
Arcosa Marine
Caruthersville, MO
05.2024 - Current
- Supported team members in their tasks, contributing to overall team success.
- Increased productivity by effectively managing workload and prioritizing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records and ensured timely completion of all necessary paperwork.
- Enhanced team collaboration, sharing best practices for efficient processing techniques.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Maintenance Supervisor
River Oaks Care Center
Steele, MO
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Supervised 1 employee and scheduled shifts.
- Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
- Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
Farm Laborer
White Dirt Farms
Piggott, AR
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with coworkers to complete daily farm tasks efficiently and quickly.
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Supported animal welfare by providing proper care, feeding, and living conditions for livestock.
- Cultivated soil, sowed crops, and controlled weeds by slashing or chemical spraying.
- Loaded and unloaded containers of materials and products on trucks, trailers and railcars by hand or with forklift truck.
- Improved farm efficiency through proper maintenance of farm equipment and machinery.
Construction Supervisor
Bowen Construction, LLC
Kennett, MO
08.2016 - 05.2023
- Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards throughout each project phase.
- Completed projects on time and within budget by effectively managing resources and schedules.
- Reported quality of performance on site to site construction managers.
- Increased client satisfaction with clear communication, timely updates, and quick resolution of issues.
Welder /Production Machine Operator
Noranda
Marston, MO
04.2015 - 08.2015
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
Warehouse Manager
Mitchell Oxygen LLC
Kennett, MO
08.2013 - 04.2015
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
Welder / Crew Leader
American Railcar Industries Inc.
Kennett, MO
06.2003 - 08.2013
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Holcomb R-3
Holcomb, MO05.2003
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Data entry experience
- Multitasking and Organizing
- Sorting and Packaging
- Critical Thinking
- Employee Training
- Paperwork management
- Process Control
- Heavy Lifting
- OSHA Compliance
- Strong Work Ethic
- Positive Attitude
Timeline
Senior Control Processor / Over Head Crane
Arcosa Marine
05.2024 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
River Oaks Care Center
02.2024 - 05.2024
Farm Laborer
White Dirt Farms
05.2023 - 02.2024
Construction Supervisor
Bowen Construction, LLC
08.2016 - 05.2023
Welder /Production Machine Operator
Noranda
04.2015 - 08.2015
Warehouse Manager
Mitchell Oxygen LLC
08.2013 - 04.2015
Welder / Crew Leader
American Railcar Industries Inc.
06.2003 - 08.2013
High School Diploma -
Holcomb R-3