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Industrial maintenance mechanic
Lancaster,PA
Summary
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY I have been working in the industrial maintenance field for over 39 yrs.I work well with others and believe in team work.I always work safe safety first nothing we do is worth getting hurt over. I'm dependable and want to learn new skills to improve myself.
Results-driven Industrial Technician with sound knowledge of equipment lubrication, contamination control, inspection and proactive maintenance activities for industrial mechanical systems. Maintained cost-effective standards with accountability, integrity and knowledge. History of success in demanding environments.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Maintenance
Dart Container
05.2022 - Current
- Educated fellow technicians on best practices in industrial maintenance, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to expand skill set and maintain expertise in the field of industrial maintenance.
- Read commercial electrical blueprints and applied national electrical code through full range of commercial and industrial maintenance and construction work.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery.
- Increased equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery.
- Performed remediation service with focus on storage tank cleaning, industrial cleaning and maintenance and environmental site remediation.
- Improved equipment reliability by conducting regular inspections and preventive maintenance on industrial machinery.
- Implemented preventative maintenance programs, prolonging the lifespan of critical electrical components in industrial settings.
- Enhanced team productivity by assisting in the installation and maintenance of pipe systems for industrial applications.
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Shanks Extract
11.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisted in maintaining inventory of spare parts and tools, minimizing delays due to lack of necessary resources for repairs.
- Calibrated and adjusted machinery for operational consistency.
- Completed welding projects using MIG/TIG techniques to fabricate brackets or make structural repairs as needed during machine overhauls.
- Performed regular inspections and regularly lubricated machinery.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed, providing valuable data for future planning purposes.
- Decreased system leaks by inspecting hydraulic lines and replacing worn components, improving overall equipment performance.
- Collaborated with engineering team to implement new equipment installations, ensuring proper alignment and functionality.
- Reduced downtime with proactive monitoring of equipment performance and scheduling routine maintenance tasks.
- Safeguarded employee safety by adhering to OSHA regulations and enforcing company safety policies within the workplace.
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Arconic
08.2018 - 11.2020
- Selected troubleshooting methodologies to find malfunctions in machine systems to conduct repairs.
- Operated hoists and tools to safely handle and move parts and equipment.
- Adjusted plant equipment to maintain proper performance and safe operating conditions.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Handled all delegated tasks, including lock tag try and PM [Task].
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Kunzler & Company Inc.
03.2017 - 07.2018
- Selected troubleshooting methodologies to find malfunctions in machine systems to conduct repairs.
- Operated hoists and tools to safely handle and move parts and equipment.
- Adjusted plant equipment to maintain proper performance and safe operating conditions.
- Conducted preventive maintenance and repairs on [Equipment].
- Monitored machine operation and verified performance met production requirements.
- Studied statistics, interpreted diagrams and analyzed requirements involved in production to improve efficiency of operations.
- Interpreted schematic drawings and diagrams prior to performing required maintenance.
- Installed and repaired basic mechanical systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic systems and process control systems.
- Disassembled malfunctioning equipment to identify malfunctions and complete repairs using specialized tools.
- Adhered to safety, health and environmental rules and regulations to avoid workplace injury and machine productivity.
- Operated welding equipment such as stick,mig and tig and oxygen acetylen[Tool] to cut, join, repair and fabricate components and equipment.
Forklift Operator
pepperridge farms
07.2011 - 03.2017
- Loaded items in optimal manner to maximize work efficiency.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Removed incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Operated with zero safety violations and consistently met deadlines for loading trailers.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Checked all packed cartons for correct shipping labels to promote efficient delivery.
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Dart Container Co
03.1989 - 07.2011
- Installed and maintained production equipment for foam cup industry.my duties included installation of new production lines as well as repairing lines already in service.this included pipe fitting,welding,electrical high voltage 480,220 and 110.work with programmable logic and trouble shooting also preventive maintenance.
Hull Maintenance Technician
United States Navy
06.1987 - 03.1989
- My duties included all maintenance of the ship this involved the following..welding and steel fabrication,pipe fitting,sheet metal fabrication,valve repair,rebuild of pumps.as well as damage control
Education
High School Diploma -
Cowanesque Valley High School
Westfield, Pa1981
Skills
- Excellent hand-eye coordination welding electrical 480,200,110 Volts,hydraulics,
- Deadline-driven
- Quality assurance of lift equipment
- Process improvements
- Forklift
- Hydraulics
- Logic
- Quality assurance
- Repairing
- Scanner
- Trouble shooting
- Welding
- Wiring
- Welding abilities
- Blueprint interpretation
- Planning and coordination
- Inventory management
- Invoice generation
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance
Dart Container
05.2022 - Current
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Shanks Extract
11.2020 - 05.2022
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Arconic
08.2018 - 11.2020
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Kunzler & Company Inc.
03.2017 - 07.2018
Forklift Operator
pepperridge farms
07.2011 - 03.2017
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
Dart Container Co
03.1989 - 07.2011
Hull Maintenance Technician
United States Navy
06.1987 - 03.1989
High School Diploma -
Cowanesque Valley High School