Cory Legard
Hanover,VA
Summary
Motivated professional eager to embrace new challenges. Demonstrates strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Proven ability to work independently and rapidly acquire new skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Maintenance Technician - Injection
Niagara Bottling, LLC
Chester, VA
09.2020 - Current
- Transitioned from shift maintenance technician job to senior maintenance technician role.
- Responsible for supporting shift mechanics on repairs and troubleshooting to further prevent equipment downtime.
- Completed Allen Bradley and Siemens S7 courses through Niagara as well as the equipment manufacturer.
- · Implemented various continuous improvement projects to improve the efficiency and operation of machines.
- Moved to engineering department and oversaw operations of injection molding machines.
- · Responsible for troubleshooting and repairing control systems within the engineering department.
- Implemented continuous improvement projects in the facility to streamline production and reduce downtime.
- Created training documentation and programs for new hires.
Maintenance Technician
Niagara Bottling, LLC
Chester, VA
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Identified equipment malfunctions and executed repairs to restore functionality and ensure uptime.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Inspected electrical components to detect defects and hazards and execute necessary adjustments.
- Executed performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to ensure operational baseline maintenance.
- Employed effective troubleshooting strategies to address machine issues.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
PLC Electrician
Mondelez International
Richmond, VA
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Diagnosed and repaired production equipment.
- Repair, maintain, and upgrade electrical equipment.
- Perform preventative maintenance on equipment throughout the plant.
- Perform PLC troubleshooting and programming.
- Troubleshoot and repair 240/480V equipment.
- Perform calibration of instrumentation and low voltage systems.
- Diagnosed issues in electrical circuits and equipment and took proper corrective or preventive measures for repair.
- Assessed, tested, and operated a variety of electrical components and systems.
- Evaluated electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify and resolve defects and safety risks.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components to locate cause of breakdowns and correct problems.
Service Technician
Blue Ridge Equipment Services
Rocky Mount, VA
06.2006 - 02.2018
- Responsible for maintaining and repairing various types of bakery equipment.
- Troubleshoot, maintain and repair three-phase power systems and control panels.
- Achieve knowledge of programmable logic controlled (PLC) equipment and its operations.
- Participate in classes with Rockwell Automation and Allen Bradley on various PLCs and drive systems.
- Achieve knowledge of various types of temperature controllers and electronic sensors.
- Led training classes on preventative maintenance techniques for equipment.
- Involved in manufacturing and designing of custom-built equipment per customer specifications.
- Managed inventory.
- Acquire mechanical abilities with various hand and power tools, and Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) weld.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics
ECPI University
07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Electronics Engineering Technology
DeVry University
07.2013
Associate of Science - Electronics Engineering
Forsyth Tech Community College
07.2008
Skills
- Programming and troubleshooting PLC systems
- Mechanical Repair
- Design and troubleshoot electrical/electronic circuits
- Interpret and create electrical schematics
- Attention to detail
- Creative problem solving
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
- Problem Detection and Resolution
- Continuous improvement
- Technical training
Accomplishments
- Promoted from Shift Mechanic to Senior Maintenance Technician in less than 12 months with Niagara Bottling.
- Less than a year of transitioning to Senior Maintenance Technician was moved over to the engineering department and responsible for the injection molding machines.
- Eagle Scout Award (04/2006)
References
Available upon request.
Certification
- Molding 1 - American Injection Molding Institute - January 2025
- Associate ControlLogix Maintainter Certificate - Rockwell Automation - April 2005
- Programmer of ControlLogix Certificate - Rockwell Automation - May 2025
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Maintenance Technician - Injection
Niagara Bottling, LLC
09.2020 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Niagara Bottling, LLC
09.2019 - 09.2020
PLC Electrician
Mondelez International
02.2018 - 09.2019
Service Technician
Blue Ridge Equipment Services
06.2006 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - Mechatronics
ECPI University
Bachelor of Science - Electronics Engineering Technology
DeVry University
Associate of Science - Electronics Engineering
Forsyth Tech Community College
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