Christopher Stevens
McKenzie,AL
Summary
Skilled Maintenance Technician with a proven track record at WestRock, adept in mechanical troubleshooting and fostering safety awareness. Demonstrated success in enhancing production efficiency and reducing downtime through expert equipment repair and preventive maintenance. Collaborated effectively with cross-functional teams, achieving significant improvements in machinery performance and workplace safety.
Professional technician with high standards and focus on achieving results. Skilled in troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance for variety of systems and equipment. Strong team collaborator who adapts to changing needs and ensures reliability. Known for problem-solving abilities, mechanical aptitude, and effective communication skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
WestRock
01.2015 - Current
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
Millwright
Coastal Forest Products
07.2012 - 05.2014
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
- Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
Tool Die Maintenance
Hawashin
07.2008 - 07.2012
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety regulations and proper equipment handling procedures.
- Reduced machine downtime by performing regular maintenance and repairs on die sets and equipment.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives by actively participating in root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts.
- Enhanced production efficiency by designing and fabricating custom tooling for manufacturing processes.
- Contributed to successful product launches by working closely with cross-functional teams during the development process.
- Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders and emery cloths.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to develop new tools, dies, and fixtures for improved product quality.
- Assisted in employee development through on-the-job training of apprentices and junior toolmakers on industry best practices.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all tooling specifications, modifications, and maintenance records for future reference and analysis.
- Adjusted and ground dies, tools and parts after production to assure quality control and usability.
- Assembled, maintained, and operated drill presses to drill holes in products throughout assembly.
- Improved team performance through effective communication, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing among colleagues.
- Increased productivity by troubleshooting and resolving complex tooling issues during production runs.
Education
Industrial Electronics
Reid State Technical College
Evergreen, AL05-2016
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Parts replacement
- Equipment installation
- Equipment Repair
- Tool management
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
WestRock
01.2015 - Current
Millwright
Coastal Forest Products
07.2012 - 05.2014
Tool Die Maintenance
Hawashin
07.2008 - 07.2012
Industrial Electronics
Reid State Technical College
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