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Daven Perdew

Cleveland,TN

Summary

Hardworking maintenance mechanic skilled at performing equipment service by troubleshooting and conducting preventive maintenance tasks. Adept at repairing and replacing parts, along with calibrating and adjusting machines. Looking to tackle new responsibilities and build upon skills as a professional in the surrounding area. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance EO

Volkswagen
Chattanooga , TN
2023.04 - Current

ZONE 1

  • Replaced and rebuilt RB motors, rollers, belts, drives, proxes, lasers; TC idler and drive wheels; EL wheel assemblies
  • Performed belt timing on lift tables in production break downs (192RB18)
  • Replaced chain and master links on locking stations.
  • Worked on and with E- Shuttles
  • Have taken part in 3 car retrievals from the EC and PT tanks
  • Pulled pumps to check for debris/ swap out. Several occasions in Zone 6.
  • Rebuilt/Replaced butterfly valves, diaphragm valves, and compensator's
  • Minor electrical troubleshooting (tested for blown fuses)
  • Taken part in welding repairs on RB's and TT's .
  • Filled in for STM's as needed for shift coverage

ZONE 2

  • Rebuilt Regulators (Binks) ; 3D guns
  • Replaced air lines ; sealer lines ; corrugated tubing and collars
  • Replaced Rex Roth axis motor axis 4-5 and belt ,setting tension and being apart of motor remaster.
  • Worked on lift assist. programmed remotes
  • Replaced cooling units on Electrical cabinets, Replaced condenser fans on ATC-S.
  • Replaced Booster pumps , as well as pm's where i replaced throat seal oil.
  • Assisted in blower motor Replacement, Wiesaupt burners and igniter rod and cable replacement .
  • Replaced wiper seals on magna drums in sealer pump room.
  • Filled in for STM's as needed for shift coverage

ZONE 3

  • Worked in dry scrubber
  • Rebuilt and replaced pinch valves,replaced gear boxes, shafts and bearings .
  • PM's , pin's and stoppers
  • Changed out Atomizers
  • Apart of flange packet change out and fiber optics cable.
  • Been responsible all Air houses on 21m for 6 shutdowns.

ZONE 4

  • Replaced lights out in POW
  • Replaced solvent pump and lines in spot 4
  • Learned the work tanks and how to keep at a optimal levels
  • Replaced air cylinder and brackets in wax basin.
  • Filled for STM's as needed for shift coverage.

UBS EO

Volkswagen
Chattanooga , TN
  • Performed daily safety checks on robots and equipment to ensure optimal operation.
  • Programmed robots with instructions for various tasks using teach pendants and other tools.
  • Worked with DURR and Fannuc systems
  • Used 3D onsite and brush tables
  • Performed tip changes and ball and seat changes for robots

Production Team Member

Volkswagen
Chattanooga , TN
  • worked in paint shop on sealer deck

Production Team Member

Volkswagen
Chattanooga , TN
  • worked engine dress

Body Shop Team Member

Aerotek
Chattanooga , TN
2012.07 - 2014.07
  • Worked as a team member on various lines in body shop

Maintenance ( Vertical Molding Department )

Waupaca Foundry, Inc.
Etowah , TN
2009.01 - 2012.06
  • Conducted regular inspections of all machines and identified potential problems before they occurred.
  • Participated in the installation, repair and replacement of plant machinery and equipment.
  • Worked on overhead crane that carried 14k pound taps
  • Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
  • Assisted in the set up and change outs of Mold Masks and Dyes
  • Performed routine maintenance on the Autopours
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
  • Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
  • Inspected, tested and adjusted hydraulic equipment
  • Performed routine maintenance on hydraulic systems, including changing oil filters, flushing tanks and replacing hoses.
  • Troubleshot and repaired issues with hydraulic pumps, valves and motors.
  • Monitored fluid levels in tanks and refilled as necessary.

General Maintenance Worker

Mohawk Industries
Chatsworth , GA
2000.07 - 2009.01
  • Maintained records of preventive maintenance activities, parts used, labor hours and other data related to facility maintenance.
  • Assisted in the installation of new equipment according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Operated power tools such as drills, saws and grinders safely and efficiently.
  • Replaced worn or damaged components on machines using hand tools or powered tools.
  • Performed minor welding jobs such as soldering pipes and patching holes in metal objects.
  • Worked on Extruders, Drive Shafts, Gear Boxes, Hoppers, Pumps, Dye Packs, and Yarn Winders
  • Operated Forklifts

Education

High School Diploma -

Bradley Central High School
Cleveland, TN
1999-05

Skills

  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Equipment Repair
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Pneumatic Systems
  • Conveyor Systems
  • Plumbing
  • Tool management
  • Equipment Installation
  • Troubleshooting strength
  • Mechanical Repair

Timeline

Maintenance EO

Volkswagen
2023.04 - Current

Body Shop Team Member

Aerotek
2012.07 - 2014.07

Maintenance ( Vertical Molding Department )

Waupaca Foundry, Inc.
2009.01 - 2012.06

General Maintenance Worker

Mohawk Industries
2000.07 - 2009.01

UBS EO

Volkswagen

Production Team Member

Volkswagen

Production Team Member

Volkswagen

High School Diploma -

Bradley Central High School
Daven Perdew