Cornelius Pickens
Talladega,US
Summary
Mechanical Millwright Technician with over 15 years of extensive expertise in the installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of industrial machinery and equipment in manufacturing and industrial settings. Demonstrates a strong proficiency in welding, fabrication, gearboxes, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment effectively enhancing operational efficiency and safety standards. Committed to leveraging advanced mechanical skills and innovative problem-solving to drive continuous improvement and support future industrial advancements.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
MILLWRIGHT
Georgia Pacific Lumbermill
07.2023 - Current
- Installation and repair of mechanical drives, chains, sprockets, bearings, gearboxes, belts, and couplings.
- Replaced defective parts on machines, such as the debarker, log, and chip feeder, and adjusted the clearances and alignment of motors.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- I made repairs and modified equipment and pipes. Using welding and pipe fitting skills to weld, cut, fit, and install pipe throughout the mill.
- Maintaining and troubleshooting pneumatic systems, control devices, hydraulic equipment, circuits, and components, while keeping all department machinery greased and lubricated.
- Assist operators or crew members with the start-up of all mill equipment, and identify and prioritize maintenance needs.
- Researching parts and equipment manuals, and submitting work orders in a computerized maintenance management program.
MECHANICAL MILLWRIGHT TECHNICIAN
Tyler Union Foundry
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Conducted setup, removal, and relocation of equipment in accordance with detailed blueprints.
- Installed mechanical drivers, chains, and sprockets efficiently.
- Streamlined hydraulic lift operations for enhanced performance.
- Responsible for all equipment in the Millroom Department 12 drilling station and 13 hydraulic and chain driven belts systems, 16 grinding booths station and airlines, 4 Conyers lines and 3 Shaker Conyers
- Conducted thorough inspections of Millroom machinery, wheelabrator systems, and associated gearboxes.
- Executed comprehensive welding tasks using stick, MIG, and TIG techniques.
MILLWRIGHT/MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
NEMAK
06.2018 - 07.2021
- Addressed and fixed equipment malfunctions during standard operations.
- Executed preventive and corrective maintenance on Mitsubishi 3000-ton presses, conveyor belts, gearboxes, and lift tables.
- Diagnosed and resolved issues in chain-driven automated line systems.
- Adapted to various environmental factors including extreme temperatures and high noise levels.
- Fabricated and repaired essential components for plant equipment.
MILLWRIGHT/MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Kasai North America, Inc
04.2013 - 06.2018
- Conducted efficient repair operations on equipment used in automotive parts production.
- Grain repair, sandblasting, electrical issues, seals, needles, leaks and fractures of hydraulic cylinders and hydraulic lines, water heating and cooling problems, clogged passages, swapped or pinched water lines
- Coordinated movement of dies between die shop locations.
- Operated cranes and forklifts efficiently without incidents.
- Maintained efficient functioning of die processes.
WELDER / FITTER
ADVANCE TANK & CONSTRUCTION
12.2011 - 04.2013
- Accurate and effective completion of welding and maintenance repairs on stainless steel interiors of ash-silo tanks manufactured for Alabama Power Company
- Interpretation and application of blueprints to ensure water-tight integrity of water treatment tanks
- TIG welding
- Executed various welding techniques on different job roles.
- Operated cranes and forklifts efficiently.
SHIP FITTER
UNITED STATES NAVY SHIPYARD
10.2009 - 10.2011
- Welding and fitting ship components on the USS Ford aircraft carrier.
- Construction and repair operations of ship components.
- Use equipment such as rock grinders, carbon arc welders, and needle guns to remove rust and paint.
- Used fire watch to ensure a safe and productive work environment.
ABH
UNITED STATES NAVY
03.2004 - 08.2010
- Flight deck maintenance
- Crash crane operation
- Maintenance and upkeep of naval firefighting stations and equipment, emergency vehicles, and flight deck aircraft elevators
Education
High School -
Winterboro High School
Talladega, AL01.2004
Skills
- Maintenance
- Injection molding
- Die maintenance
- Fabrication
- Training
- Excel
- Welding
- Assembly
- Manufacturing
- Blueprint Reading
- Stamping Press
- Machining
- CNC
- Quality Assurance
- Mechanical
- Crane Operation
- Troubleshooting
- Lean Manufacturing
- Safety
- Millwright
- Pneumatic systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Conyers
- Cutting and fitting
- Mills
- Forklifts and heavy machinery
- Lathe
Additional Information - Military Service
United States Navy, United States, E5, 03/01/05, 08/31/10, Perform preventive maintenance on industrial machinery, chains, sprockets, gearboxes belts, and coupling troubleshoot mechanical issues, and implement systematic equipment inspection protocols, Monitor equipment performance metrics, diagnose complex mechanical failures, such as maintaining and troubleshooting pneumatic systems, control devices, hydraulic equipment, circuits, components and execute precision repairs to minimize downtime, Lead equipment overhaul projects, coordinate with maintenance teams, and optimize machinery performance through strategic upgrades of the debarker and chipping equipment.
Timeline
MILLWRIGHT
Georgia Pacific Lumbermill
07.2023 - Current
MECHANICAL MILLWRIGHT TECHNICIAN
Tyler Union Foundry
06.2021 - 07.2023
MILLWRIGHT/MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
NEMAK
06.2018 - 07.2021
MILLWRIGHT/MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Kasai North America, Inc
04.2013 - 06.2018
WELDER / FITTER
ADVANCE TANK & CONSTRUCTION
12.2011 - 04.2013
SHIP FITTER
UNITED STATES NAVY SHIPYARD
10.2009 - 10.2011
ABH
UNITED STATES NAVY
03.2004 - 08.2010
High School -
Winterboro High School
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