David Sutherland
LEBANON,OH
Summary
Accomplished Maintenance Manager with a proven track record at INX International Inc Co, enhancing equipment reliability and efficiency through strategic preventive maintenance and project management. Skilled in staff management and fostering vendor relationships, I've led teams to successfully complete major facility upgrades, significantly reducing downtime and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Manager
INX International Inc Co
11.2017 - 10.2024
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
- Increased overall equipment efficiency by conducting thorough assessments of machinery conditions and implementing necessary improvements.
- Led the successful completion of major facility upgrades projects while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
- Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
- Reduced downtime by efficiently overseeing the maintenance team and prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective procurement of parts and services, maintaining strong working relationships.
- Developed detailed maintenance budgets, effectively controlling expenses while ensuring optimal equipment performance.
- Conducted root cause analysis of recurring issues, devising long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.
- Managed a team of technicians, providing guidance and support for skill development and performance improvement.
- Created and submitted detailed reports to highlight maintenance activities and equipment performance.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the maintenance team by encouraging open communication, problem-solving initiatives, and employee engagement activities.
- Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
- Prepared and reviewed maintenance contracts with external service providers to offer mutually binding agreements.
Maintenance Technician
INX International Inc Co
08.2016 - 11.2017
- 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.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Enhanced safety measures by performing routine inspections and identifying potential hazards.
Maintenance Supervisor
Heritage Bag Company
02.2000 - 08.2016
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Supervised 4 employees and scheduled shifts.
- 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.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Mentored junior technicians through hands-on training, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing within the maintenance department.
- Tracked and managed department costs for good budget adherence.
Maintenance Technician
Heritage Bag Company
08.1995 - 02.2000
- 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.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
Production Supervisor
Heritage Bag Company
04.1992 - 08.1995
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Managed team of [Number] production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kings Mills Local
Kings Mills, OHSkills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Project Management
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Maintenance Planning
- Staff Management
- Safety Protocols
- Predictive Maintenance
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Facilities Maintenance
- Asset Management
- TPM PM Pillar Coordinator
- 5S
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
INX International Inc Co
11.2017 - 10.2024
Maintenance Technician
INX International Inc Co
08.2016 - 11.2017
Maintenance Supervisor
Heritage Bag Company
02.2000 - 08.2016
Maintenance Technician
Heritage Bag Company
08.1995 - 02.2000
Production Supervisor
Heritage Bag Company
04.1992 - 08.1995
High School Diploma -
Kings Mills Local
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