
Results-driven and accomplished Plant Manager with a strong foundation as a Service Engineer, offering 12 years of hands-on experience in industrial operations, equipment maintenance, and team leadership. Combines deep technical expertise with strategic management skills to improve production efficiency, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Proven ability to lead operations, manage production teams, and implement process optimizations that enhance safety, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Skilled in strategic planning, resource allocation, and workforce development, with a focus on aligning people, processes, and technology to achieve organizational goals. Recognized for a hands-on leadership style that fosters accountability, collaboration, and long-term operational excellence across all levels of the organization.
Managed daily plant operations to ensure efficient workflow and production quality.
Oversee maintenance schedules for machinery, reducing downtime and improving reliability.
Implemented process improvements that streamlined production methods and reduced waste.
Developed and enforced standard operating procedures for consistent quality control.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain logistics and inventory management.
Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding plant operations.
Developed preventative maintenance program for plant operations.
Prepared monthly reports on operational performance indicators.
Oversaw inventory control system to ensure adequate supplies were available.
Assisted in developing policies and procedures for the efficient operation of the plant.
Conducted regular inspections of the facility to ensure a safe working environment.
Organized team meetings to discuss operational issues or changes in procedure.
Gave direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
Increased plant safety by implementing proactive strategies and well-structured training.
Improved workflow processes to maximize efficiency and enhance operations.
Disassembled and reassembled complex machinery to repair or replace worn or malfunctioning components.
Managed maintenance data records and tracked operating information for onsite reference.
Performed onsite installation, modification and maintenance of systems and equipment.
Facilitated communication between office personnel, subcontractors and customers.
Repaired and calibrated systems and equipment post-installation.
Installed and repaired , any and all equipment on clients' premises.
Examined faulty equipment, interpreted reports and analyzed customer complaints to diagnose equipment malfunction.
Monitored work performance and quality to maintain standards.
Managed administrative tasks such as maintaining customer service logs and internal service records.
Updated and maintained assigned machines per manufacturer specifications.
Provided technical support to troubleshoot, repair and maintain operational efficiencies in hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems.
Inspected equipment and processes to reduce maintenance-related downtime incidents and mitigate equipment failures.
Scheduled service calls according to customer location and urgency of need.
Recommended design changes, upgrades and replacements to improve systems performance.
Technical Blueprint reading
Electrical
Mill and lathe use
Welding
Use of of power tools
Maintain and repair machines
Troubleshoot and diagnose problems on machines
Industrial plumbing of air, coolant, solvents and water
Rebuild machining cnc units and tools
Set up new projects and production parts on 3 axis CNC machines
Read blueprint and set up machine to produce parts to specifications
Use of precision measuring device to ensure parts stay withing blueprint tolerances for customer
Aid and assist operators with repairs and tooling changes on machine