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Daniel Cowins

DeSoto,KS

Summary

Safety-oriented Maintenance Worker offering 18 years of troubleshooting and repair expertise. Dedicated and reliable with skills in problem solving, general plumbing and electrical work. Team-oriented with commitment to completing tasks on-time and under budget. Knowledgeable Maintenance Mechanic with extensive knowledge of packaging equipment repairs and safety protocols. Committed to long-lasting maintenance and comprehensive diagnostics. Skilled in electrical and mechanical. Knowledgeable mechanical and electrical offers 18 years of troubleshooting and repair experience with advanced technical knowledge. Dependable and service-driven with strong safety record and excellent follow-through. Well-versed in consulting blueprints and schematics to assess repair needs. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Supervisor

Id Logistics
02.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
  • Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
  • Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
  • Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
  • Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
  • Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
  • Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
  • Facilitated strong communication between maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure seamless coordination during planned outages or emergency situations.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
  • Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth within the organization.
  • Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
  • Mentored junior technicians through hands-on training, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing within the maintenance department.
  • Coordinated scheduled shutdowns for major equipment overhauls, minimizing disruption to production schedules while maximizing asset longevity.
  • Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
  • Observed guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to meet strict operational and maintenance regulations.
  • Tracked and managed department costs for good budget adherence.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective materials procurement.
  • Prioritized preventative measures such as lubrication programs and vibration analysis that helped extend equipment life cycles and reduce overall costs.
  • Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures and implemented corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
  • Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
  • Tracked and progressed maintenance requests in CMMS systems to meet schedules.
  • Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
  • Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
  • Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
  • Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
  • Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
  • Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
  • Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
  • Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
  • Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management.
  • Monitored systems to assure increase in power flow and integrated new system components, fixtures and motors.
  • Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
  • Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
  • Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
  • Contributed to development, implementation, and execution of maintenance programs.
  • SAP Trained
  • KPI Trained

Maintenance Mechanic

Huhtamaki
03.2021 - 02.2023
  • Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
  • Maintained equipment performance by cleaning and lubricating components.
  • Maintained compliance with internal and regulatory safety standards.
  • Assisted with installing and maintaining electrical and power systems during remodeling projects.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
  • Installed, repaired and maintained equipment.
  • Inspected, repaired and maintained lighting and electrical systems, and plumbing system components.
  • Orchestrated tooling changeovers, setups and repairs to minimize downtime and improve productivity.
  • Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
  • Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and defective parts.
  • Designed, fabricated and installed upgrades to improve existing equipment.
  • Ran regular tests on machines and fixed early problems.
  • Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
  • Read work orders or received instructions from supervisors to determine work requirements.
  • Used rulers and micrometers to inspect parts and determine dimension requirements.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
  • Collaborated with team members to assess equipment performance needs.
  • Adjusted and calibrated machines as required.

Maintenance Technician

Westin Packaging
05.2017 - 09.2021
  • 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.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.

Maintenance Technician

Smart Chicken
02.2014 - 04.2017
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.

Maintenance Technician

Midlands Packaging
04.2005 - 02.2014
  • Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
  • Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
  • Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
  • Aligned and balanced new equipment after installation.
  • Recorded type and cost of maintenance or repair work.
  • Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
  • Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
  • Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
  • Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
  • Maintained or repaired specialized equipment or machinery.
  • Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
  • Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.
  • Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
  • Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
  • Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets and fixtures.
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
  • Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
  • Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
  • Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
  • Designed equipment to aid repair or maintenance of machines, mechanical equipment or building structures.
  • Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
  • Estimated costs to repair machinery, equipment or building structures.
  • Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
  • Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
  • Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.

Education

Fire And Rescue Training - Emergency Vehicle Training

University of Missouri
12.2020

Vehicle Rescue - Techninician

University Of Missouri
12.2020

Electrical Mechanical - Mechanical And Electrical

Southeast Community College
02.2012

Skills

  • Troubleshooting Specialist
  • Able to Lift 100lbs
  • Mechanical Expertise
  • Precision Measuring
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Decision Making
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
  • Functional Part Calibration
  • Metal Welding
  • Physical Strength and Stamina
  • Relationship Building
  • Parts Lubrication
  • Electrical Component Replacement
  • Supply and Parts Ordering
  • Facilities Painting and Repair
  • Control Precision
  • Wiring Installation and Repair
  • Equipment Dismantling
  • Repair Work Planning
  • Clear Communication
  • Technical Documentation Interpretation
  • Cutting Torches
  • Manual Dexterity
  • Problem Detection and Resolution
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Facilities Maintenance
  • Work Order Management
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Safety Protocols
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Inventory Monitoring
  • Electrical Systems
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Quality Control
  • Grounds Maintenance
  • Emergency Response
  • Materials Requisition
  • Inventory Replenishment
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Pneumatic Systems
  • Skilled Maintenance and Repair
  • Maintenance Planning
  • Attention to Detail
  • Dependable and Consistent
  • Tools and Equipment Maintenance
  • Safety Compliance
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Work Area Inspection
  • Team Collaboration
  • Employee Safety Training
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Tool and Parts Inventory Oversight
  • Corrective Action Implementation
  • Machinery Operations
  • Materials and Labor Costing
  • Inventory Oversight
  • Repair Requirements Determination
  • Report Preparation
  • Hydraulic Press Operation

Timeline

Maintenance Supervisor

Id Logistics
02.2023 - Current

Maintenance Mechanic

Huhtamaki
03.2021 - 02.2023

Maintenance Technician

Westin Packaging
05.2017 - 09.2021

Maintenance Technician

Smart Chicken
02.2014 - 04.2017

Maintenance Technician

Midlands Packaging
04.2005 - 02.2014

Fire And Rescue Training - Emergency Vehicle Training

University of Missouri

Vehicle Rescue - Techninician

University Of Missouri

Electrical Mechanical - Mechanical And Electrical

Southeast Community College
Daniel Cowins