Overview
Work History
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Donald Housman

Seneca,Illinois

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Costco Wholesale Meatplant
10.2019 - Current
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
  • 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.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
  • Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.

Forklift Operator

Menards Distribution Center
Yorkville, IL
08.2001 - 05.2005
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
  • Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.

Supervisor

Martin Resources
12.2005 - 05.2017
  • Achieved results by working with staff to meet established targets.
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
  • Enforced rules and regulations outlined in company manual to set forth expectations comprehensibly and consistently.
  • Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Costco Wholesale Meatplant
10.2019 - Current

Supervisor

Martin Resources
12.2005 - 05.2017

Forklift Operator

Menards Distribution Center
08.2001 - 05.2005
Donald Housman