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David Kennedy

Lawrence,KS

Summary

Dedicated maintenance mechanic/technician for the last 17+ years, 9 of which have been in the Production field. With a track record of Conducting maintenance tasks safely and efficiently. Since Feb. of 2022 promoted Senior mechanic (shift lead) having responsibility for the entire plant with 2-5 Maintenance. mechanics on my team. Proud of my ability to work as a team, ability to successfully communicate and work well with a melting pot of different personalities and cultures.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Maintenance Mechanic

Post Consumer Brands
08.2018 - Current

-Proficiency in operational sequence of production maintenance equipment in a ever changing, updating, and upgrading technological environment. Performed preventive maintenance in accordance with guidelines for each machinery and responded to on-call reactionary maintenance and successfully troubleshoot and correct problems that occur to minimize down time.

-Facility maintenance including but not limited to light fixture replacement, door and overhead door repair, Plumbing, running electrical outlets to various areas, floor repair. etc.

-Welding, Steel milling and turning, sheet metal and various other fabrication

-Proficient in time and historical documentation of equipment, creating work

-orders and maintenance requests,

-Senior mechanic duties Include, coaching apprentices, inner Company communication. Assigning work orders, and other work to off shift teams, that best suits departmental needs.

-Conducting proficiency reviews, Prepared for and participated in planning meetings as well as other plant meetings to represent the dept. while providing key insight to upper management. Generating daily shift reports

Production Maintenance Technician

Amarr Entrematic
06.2014 - 07.2018
  • Ensured safety compliance through meticulous inspection of machines, tools, and workspaces according to OSHA standards.
  • Contributed to higher product quality with thorough testing and calibration of instruments and devices throughout the manufacturing process.
  • Managed preventative maintenance schedule for multiple production lines, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
  • Streamlined repair processes by maintaining detailed records of performed tasks, parts used, and time spent on each job.

Owner/Operator

Kennedy's Motorsports Llc
01.2012 - 08.2014
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
  • Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring consistent delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
  • Established a Franchise partnership with U-haul and facilitated a "neighborhood location" providing truck and trailer rentals

Education

Modern Leadership

Central Texas College
Camp Humphries, South Korea
09.2018

Professional Ethics

Central Texas College
Camp Humphries, South Korea
06.2008

High School Diploma -

De Soto High School
De Soto, KS
05.2001

Skills

  • Bearing Replacement
  • Mechanical Repairs
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Gearbox Maintenance
  • Valve repair
  • Alignment Techniques
  • Rigging Techniques
  • Work Order Management
  • Confined Space Entry
  • Industrial Machinery
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Electrical Systems
  • Welding Techniques
  • Motor Controls
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Pneumatic Systems
  • Conveyor Systems
  • Schematic Interpretation
  • Boiler Maintenance
  • Vibration analysis
  • Crane Operation
  • Power Transmission
  • Hand and power tool use
  • Pump maintenance
  • Maintenance recordkeeping
  • MIG welding
  • Precision measuring tools
  • Safety Management
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Team building
  • Professionalism

Timeline

Senior Maintenance Mechanic

Post Consumer Brands
08.2018 - Current

Production Maintenance Technician

Amarr Entrematic
06.2014 - 07.2018

Owner/Operator

Kennedy's Motorsports Llc
01.2012 - 08.2014

Modern Leadership

Central Texas College

Professional Ethics

Central Texas College

High School Diploma -

De Soto High School
David Kennedy