Derek Jones
Somerset,KY
Summary
Project Manager/Estimator with extensive experience at D&D Machinery Movers working with Toyota and other major automotive manufacturers across the U.S. and Mexico. I have extensive knowledge of OSHA and TCSR safety programs. I have spent the majority of my time at Toyota in Stamping and Plastics with some experience in Paint. I hold a current C.C.O. for Overhead Crane Operations and I am proficient with many types of Specialized Rigging Equipment. I have an extensive background performing upgrades, repairs, and installations of Injection Molding Machines, TIM Machines, Stamping Presses, and Forging Presses at Toyota and its affiliated plants.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager/Project Estimator
D&D Machinery Movers
03.2021 - 07.2025
- Led cross-functional teams to execute machinery relocation projects efficiently.
- Developed project timelines and milestones to ensure timely completion of assignments.
- Coordinated logistics for heavy equipment and machinery transport.
- Implemented risk management strategies to identify and mitigate potential project challenges.
- Ensured all Team Members were properly trained in safety procedures for each project according to OSHA and TCSR.
- Worked directly with onsite managers to troubleshoot rigging, welding, and mechanical challenges.
- Provided quotations for all types of machinery repair, installation, upgrades, and relocation inside and outside of Toyota Plants all across the U.S. and Mexico.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, and resource availability.
- Provided Budgetary Quotations to assist customers in project planning.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
Millwright General Foreman
D&D Machinery Movers
01.2018 - 03.2021
- Supervised millwright team to ensure timely project completion and adherence to safety standards.
- Trained new employees on machinery operation, enhancing overall team competency and safety compliance.
- Implemented process improvements that increased repair speed.
- Worked directly with Project Managers to coordinate manpower needs.
- Worked directly with Project Foreman's to troubleshoot mechanical, welding, and rigging challenges.
- Executed material procurement for each project.
- Conducted regular inspections of mechanical systems, identifying issues with and without support of O.E.M.s.
- Managed projects for customers such as Komatsu, TEMA, Yaskawa, Cincinnati Milacron, I.T.S. and TMMK.
- Supervised Heavy Rigging Operations all across the U.S. and Mexico.
Millwright Foreman
D&D Machinery Movers
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Supervised maintenance and repair of machinery inside Toyota Plants all across the U.S.
- Managed inventory of tools, rigging, and parts needed for service and repairs of Injection Molding Machines, TIM Machines, Stamping Presses, and Paint Robots.
- Led toolbox talks before shift starts, promoting awareness about potential hazards and ways to mitigate them.
- Communicated effectively with cross-functional teams for new Press Line, Injection Molding Machine, and TIM Machine installs for Toyota and its affiliates.
- Developed strong relationships with customers and O.E.M.s.
- Collaborated with management to develop effective strategies for equipment upgrades, routine machine assembly replacements, and routine parts replacements.
- Completed C.C.O. training and testing successfully.
Millwright Journeyman
D&D Machinery Movers
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Installed and aligned machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Conducted routine maintenance, welding repairs, and inspections on all types of machinery for Toyota and its affiliates.
- Collaborated with team members to dismantle and relocate heavy machinery.
- Operated Forklifts, Telehandlers, Carry Deck Cranes, Overhead Cranes, and many types of Specialized Rigging Equipment.
- Analyzed mechanical failures to determine root causes.
- Fabricated many types of platforms, tools, and lifting devices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to complete large-scale projects within tight deadlines.
- Established a reputation for quality craftsmanship and timely completions.
- Supported plant operations by promptly responding to emergency breakdowns.
- Provided technical expertise on various types of machinery, in Stamping and Plastics.
- Continuously updated professional skills through participation in training seminars, and workshops.
- Certified in various welding processes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pulaski County High School
Somerset, KYAssociates Degree in Welding Processes - Welding
KCTCS
SomersetSkills
- Project management
- Schedule management
- Staff management
- Advanced problem solving
- Project Budgeting
- Risk management
- Scope management
- Rigging Operations
- Welding Procedures
- Onboarding New Hires
- Precision Alignments
- Machinery Layouts
- Forklift/Versa Lift Operator
- 110-ton Mobilift Operator
- Telehandler Operator
- CCO
- Trac Sporter Operator
- Tri Lifter Operator
- Microsoft Office
Certification
Certified Crane Operator
Certified Forklift Operator
Certified Welder
Certified Rigger
OSHA 30
Millwright 16-hour Safety
Timeline
Project Manager/Project Estimator
D&D Machinery Movers
03.2021 - 07.2025
Millwright General Foreman
D&D Machinery Movers
01.2018 - 03.2021
Millwright Foreman
D&D Machinery Movers
01.2015 - 12.2017
Millwright Journeyman
D&D Machinery Movers
01.2013 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Pulaski County High School
Associates Degree in Welding Processes - Welding
KCTCS