Donald Truelove
Cornelia,GA
Summary
With a proven track record at Harris Product Group, I excel in preventive maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting, enhancing safety and efficiency by over 30%. My leadership in the BBS team and process improvement demonstrate my commitment to workplace safety and technical proficiency.
Hardworking maintenance tech bringing 20+ years of experience performing diverse maintenance and repair duties. Dedicated to maintaining optimal equipment functionality by managing routine and complex equipment and facility matters. Strong knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety measures.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Harris Product Group
03.2019 - Current
- My primary focus at Harris was the assembly area. My duties included responding to mechanical breakdowns and performing Preventative Maintenance to reduce future breakdowns.
- As a member of the BBS (Behavioral Based Safety) Team, I was also responsible for responding and identifying any safety issues that arose. The BBS team conducted weekly audits of employees to address any safety concerns, investigated any safety assurances, and made recommendations to correct safety issues.
- As a member of the Engineering Process Improvement team, I assisted in Process improvement throughout the plant. to include 6S improvements, Kaizen projects, and work flow issues.
- As a member of the 6 Sigma grey belt team we worked to make improvements to work flow processes.
- Utilized my experience as a tool maker to make or repair any parts needed in the maintenance area
- Designed and manufactured or repaired any fixturing needed for production or manufacturing
- Through the use of welding, cutting or soldering equipment fabricated or repaired needed equipment.
- made repaires to Hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical equipment. To include moving and setting up work stations
- Scheduled and worked with outside vendors when needed
- Identified and maintained parts inventory
- trouble shooting and repair of robotic cells used in assembly
- electronic trouble shooting and repair
- certified in the use of all forklift and man lift equipment
Tool Maker
Mencom
04.2013 - 03.2019
- Ensured accurate measurements for tool making with the use of micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments.
- Manufactured and maintained Plastic injection molds used in the manufacturing of power and information cables.
- Conducted heat treat to various steels to improve durability and function
- Through the use or manual and cnc machining and grinding processes manufactured and repaired mold components
- maintained forklift, motorized pallet jack and scissor lift certification
- member of the first responder and safety team
CNC Machinist
ABB Baldor
09.2008 - 02.2013
- Through the use or Vertical and Horizontal Lathes, Drilling and Boring Machines manufactured electric motor components to specified tolerances.
- Utilizing precision equipment to include micrometers and calipers inspected components to insure tolerance.
- Member or the first responder and safety team
- Maintained forklift and motorized pallet jack certification
Machine Operator
Indalex Aluminum Solutions
06.2008 - 09.2008
- Operated a saw and conveyor system to cut and stack extruded alluminum .
Machine Operator
Mars Wrigley Confectionery
11.2005 - 11.2007
- While at Wrigley's I operated several different wrapping and packaging and wrapping machines in the sugar stick gum department .
- Operated computer controlled mixer, pelletizing and packaging machines in altoids department
- member of the first responder team
- Member of the sensory team
- certified in forklift, scissor lift, motorized pallet jack and floor scrubber
Handyman/Home Improvement Contractor
Self-employeed
05.2002 - 01.2006
- Performed basic electrical work and plumbing repairs such as installing new toilets, removing electrical wires, unclogging drains, and maintaining gutters.
- Expanded clientele base through referrals from satisfied customers who praised my professionalism and attention to detail in executing various handyman tasks.
- Built and repaired decks and handrails
- Installed aluminum carports, deck covers and under deck shelters
- Installed and repaired gutters and gutter guards
Police Officer
City of Gainesville
05.2000 - 03.2005
- Served in the Patrol division.
- assigned to accident investigation
- assigned to patrol K-9 team, served as a training assistant and served as k-9 backup and security
- conducted numerous continuing education classes to include medical first responder
Infantry Squad Leader
USMC Camp Lejuene
03.1996 - 03.2000
- Maintained a high level of discipline and professionalism in the squad, leading by example at all times.
- completed several training evaluations in the infantry field
Mechanical Service and Fabrication
Abb Combustion Engineering
05.1991 - 03.1996
- utilized welding and cutting tools to Fabicate parts
- assigned to the re build department. tasked with disassembly and repair or rebuild or power plant equipment to include coal pulverizing journals, coal nozzles and feed actuator clutches.
- assisted in ABB controls control box assembly and wiring.
- certified in forklift and scissor lift operation
- assisted in general warehouse operations
Education
No Degree - Machine Tool Technology
Lanier Technical College
Oakwood, GA06-2008
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Blueprint reading
- Precision machining
- Welding
- Measuring
- Hand tool safety
- Safety procedures
- Metalworking techniques
- Parts assembly
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Harris Product Group
03.2019 - Current
Tool Maker
Mencom
04.2013 - 03.2019
CNC Machinist
ABB Baldor
09.2008 - 02.2013
Machine Operator
Indalex Aluminum Solutions
06.2008 - 09.2008
Machine Operator
Mars Wrigley Confectionery
11.2005 - 11.2007
Handyman/Home Improvement Contractor
Self-employeed
05.2002 - 01.2006
Police Officer
City of Gainesville
05.2000 - 03.2005
Infantry Squad Leader
USMC Camp Lejuene
03.1996 - 03.2000
Mechanical Service and Fabrication
Abb Combustion Engineering
05.1991 - 03.1996
No Degree - Machine Tool Technology
Lanier Technical College
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