CHRISTOPHER RANKIN
Jackson
Summary
Industrial and multi-craft maintenance and manufacturing professional with more than 20 plus years of experience supporting equipment reliability, production operations, safety compliance, quality systems, employee training, and continuous improvement initiatives. Extensive hands-on expertise in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, robotic, and automated manufacturing systems across food processing, automotive, and industrial manufacturing environments. Press stamping and die casting experience. Throughout my career, trained employees, supported standardized work practices, participated in process improvement initiatives, and worked extensively with operating procedures, maintenance documentation, quality systems, and safety requirements. My technical background provides a strong foundation for transitioning into an SOP Specialist role where I can leverage real-world operational knowledge to develop clear, accurate, and effective procedures, training materials, work instructions, and process documentation that improve safety, consistency, compliance, and workforce performance.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance PM Technician
MAT Holdings, Inc.
Jackson
02.2022 - Current
- Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on automated manufacturing equipment and facility systems.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical controls, motors, drives, sensors, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems, conveyors, and production equipment.
- Support plant reliability initiatives through preventive maintenance planning, inspections, equipment upgrades, and root cause analysis.
- Train employees on equipment operation, maintenance practices, troubleshooting methods, and safety requirements.
- Assist with development and improvement of maintenance procedures, standardized work practices, and training materials.
- Participate in Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement activities focused on equipment reliability and operational efficiency.
- Maintain maintenance documentation, equipment histories, PM schedules, and corrective action records.
- Support OSHA compliance, lockout/tagout requirements, and workplace safety initiatives.
Maintenance Technician
Jackson Diecast Technologies
Jackson
04.2019 - 02.2022
- Maintained production equipment through preventive and corrective maintenance activities in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Troubleshot electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems to reduce downtime and maintain production goals.
- Assisted with documenting maintenance best practices, troubleshooting procedures, and repair methods.
- Supported employee development through technical training and hands-on mentoring.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives focused on reliability, productivity, quality, and safety.
- Maintained work orders, maintenance records, preventive maintenance documentation, and corrective action reports.
Maintenance Technician
American Woodmark Corporation
Humboldt
04.2016 - 04.2019
- Performed maintenance and troubleshooting on manufacturing equipment supporting production and quality objectives.
- Led projects involving redesign and fabrication of machine components to improve reliability and reduce maintenance costs.
- Assisted with training personnel on equipment operation, troubleshooting, maintenance procedures, and safe work practices.
- Participated in Lean Manufacturing and process improvement initiatives focused on efficiency and waste reduction.
- Maintained maintenance records, repair documentation, and equipment histories.
Operations Technician
Pictsweet Company
Bells
03.2008 - 04.2016
- Led operation of computerized food processing and packaging CNC equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Supervised teams of 4–5 employees while maintaining production schedules, food safety requirements, quality standards, and operational compliance.
- Worked towards standardizing operations. Designed and documented new SOP practices and implemented them and trained affected employees.
- Trained employees on equipment operation, quality systems, food safety procedures, sanitation requirements, and workplace safety.
- Performed and documented daily operational procedures, inspections, quality checks, and production records.
- Supported USDA food safety compliance and audit readiness through accurate documentation and procedural adherence.
- Worked closely with supervision and quality departments to implement process improvements and corrective actions.
Front-End Supervisor
Kroger
Jackson
03.2007 - 03.2008
- Supervised daily operations and managed teams of 10–15 employees.
- Trained employees on company procedures, customer service standards, cash handling practices, and operational expectations.
- Ensured compliance with established policies, procedures, and performance standards.
- Developed leadership, communication, coaching, and workforce development skills.
Utility Operator
UGN, Inc.
Jackson
11.2002 - 03.2007
- Operated robotic manufacturing systems and hydraulic production equipment in a high-volume automotive manufacturing environment.
- Engaged in Kaizen activities to enhance quality, productivity, safety, and minimize waste.
- Assisted in implementing 5S workplace organization standards to improve efficiency and standardize work practices.
- Performed quality inspections and documented production results according to established procedures.
- Worked with production teams to pinpoint process improvements and ensure operational consistency.
Education
Associates - Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Psychology, Sociology, Communications and computer science studies for an undergraduate degree
University of Tennessee at Martin
Technical Studies - Science and Technology
Jackson State Community College
College Preparatory Diploma -
Greenfield High School
Skills
- SOP Development
- Employee Training
- Work Instructions
- Process Documentation
- Lean Manufacturing
- Kaizen
- 5S
- 7C Communication
- Root Cause Analysis
- Quality Systems
- Safety Compliance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Continuous Improvement
- Team Leadership
- Manufacturing Operations
- Electrical & Mechanical Troubleshooting
Work Email
Chris.rankin@matholdingsinc.com
Professional Development
- Lean Manufacturing Principles
- Kaizen Continuous Improvement
- 5S Workplace Organization
- 7Cs
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)
- Preventive Maintenance Systems
- OSHA Safety Practices
- Quality
- USDA Food Safety Standards
- CPR & AED Certified
Timeline
Maintenance PM Technician
MAT Holdings, Inc.
02.2022 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Jackson Diecast Technologies
04.2019 - 02.2022
Maintenance Technician
American Woodmark Corporation
04.2016 - 04.2019
Operations Technician
Pictsweet Company
03.2008 - 04.2016
Front-End Supervisor
Kroger
03.2007 - 03.2008
Utility Operator
UGN, Inc.
11.2002 - 03.2007
Associates - Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Psychology, Sociology, Communications and computer science studies for an undergraduate degree
University of Tennessee at Martin
Technical Studies - Science and Technology
Jackson State Community College
College Preparatory Diploma -
Greenfield High School