Edward Rogers
Canton,NC
Summary
As an Industrial maintenance professional with hands-on experience in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining complex machinery and systems. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving operational efficiency. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and safety protocols. Known for excellent mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
I'm a motivated and dedicated worker. I utilize my time wisely, resources effectively, and maintain a safe work ethic. I am looking to dedicate years of service to the Maintenance Technician career path. I enjoy acquiring new certifications and training whenever possible. I am dependable, agreeable, and honest. My goal with new employment would be to move up within the company and continually improve workplace standards.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Linamar Light Metals Mills River
Fletcher, NC
06.2023 - Current
- Maintaining and troubleshooting High Pressure Diecast Machines
- Maintaining and troubleshooting Dosing and Melting Furnaces
- Safe work practices around molten metals such as Aluminum and Magnesium
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment functionality and compliance with safety standards.
- Performed preventative maintenance on machinery to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
- Troubleshot electrical and mechanical issues using diagnostic tools for efficient repairs.
- 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.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Troubleshooting basic Hydraulic problems
- Troubleshooting Basic Electrical problems
- Assisted Senior Technicians in advanced Electrical and Hydraulic issues
- Basic MIG welding skills, building/fabricating multiple projects to repair or improve diecast process
- Rebuilding hydraulic cylinders to save company money and improve turnaround time for repairs
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Pactiv Evergreen
Canton, NC
02.2020 - 06.2023
- Prepared reports and documentation of daily operations and equipment performance.
- Recorded operational data, personnel attendance, and meter and gauge readings on specified forms.
- Operated and adjusted controls on equipment to purify and clarify water, process, and dispose of sewage.
- Implemented safety protocols and monitored safety procedures to ensure a safe work environment.
- Engaged in routine operations and maintenance activities.
- Collected and tested water and sewage samples using test equipment and color analysis standards.
- Inspected equipment and monitor operating conditions, meters, and gauged to determine load requirements and detect malfunctions.
- Trained and supervised junior operators in proper plant operation procedures.
- Maintained, repaired and lubricated equipment, using hand tools, and power tools.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
- Maintained tanks, filter beds and other work areas, using hand tools, and power tools.
- Coordinated with plant technicians and operators to ensure that all maintenance tasks are completed in a timely manner.
- Identified ways to improve efficiency in operations and implemented process changes.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
- Sought continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends.
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
- Assisted with new hire orientation and employee training.
- Used computer programs on daily basis
Caretaker / Facilities and Grounds Maintenance
Camp Hope/Town Of Canton
Canton, NC
09.2012 - 08.2021
- Worked independently as well as collaboratively within a team setting.
- Adjusted, connected and disconnected wiring, piping, tubing and other parts, using hand, and power tools.
- Recorded type and cost of maintenance and repair work.
- Repaired and maintained buildings, walls, arches and other structures.
- Fabricated and repaired counters, benches, partitions, and other wooden structures, such as sheds, and outbuildings.
- Painted or repaired roofs, windows, doors, floors, woodwork, plaster, drywall, or other parts of building structures.
- Provided groundskeeping services, such as landscaping and snow removal.
- Performed general cleaning of buildings and properties.
- Adhered to safety protocols to and manufacturer instructions for equipment operation.
- Maintained and repaired lawn tools and equipment.
- Gathered litter and transported to proper receptacles.
- Maintained irrigation systems, including winterizing systems and starting them up in spring.
- Installed pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, appliances such as dishwashers and water heaters, and fixtures such as sinks and toilets, using hand, and power tools.
- Maintained and repaired plumbing by replacing defective parts, replacing, and mending broken pipes and opening clogged drains.
- Estimated time, material, or labor costs for use in project plans.
- Installed fixtures, appliances, and equipment.
- Interacted with visitors and employees in a professional manner.
Rewind Operator
Pactiv Evergreen
Canton, NC
02.2016 - 02.2020
- Measured, spaced and set saw blades, cutters and perforators, according to product specifications.
- Cut products to specified dimensions, using hand or power cutters.
- Examined completed work to detect defects and verified conformance to work orders and adjusted machinery as necessary to correct production problems.
- Removed finished cores and stacked and placed them on conveyors for transfer to other work areas.
- Disassembled machines to maintain, repair and replace broken and worn parts, using hand, and power tools.
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge.
- Met deadlines while maintaining high-quality deliverables.
Paper Machine Operator
Pactiv Evergreen
Canton, NC
11.2010 - 02.2016
- Inspected products at various checkpoints, driving quality.
- Adjusted machining operations using hand tools or numerical controls.
- Maintained equipment in operating condition by performing preventive maintenance and repair.
- Trained new staff on machine operation and safety procedures.
- Followed standard operating procedures, driving production parameters and quality specifications.
- Controlled and properly disposed of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
- Carried out production procedures, maximizing efficiency and profits.
- Detected and solved problems related to product quality and aesthetics.
- Cleaned equipment and work area before, during and after shift, promoting sanitation.
- Maintained daily production reports and machine log books.
- Developed and tested new processes to improve efficiency.
- Deployed heavy machinery, enabling manufacture and distribution of goods.
- Operated industrial carts and forklifts for lifting, moving and transporting materials.
- Notified shift leader of mechanical, electrical, or material issues, minimizing downtime.
- Employed safety standards and personal protective equipment to reduce workplace injuries or hazards.
- Checked output, reducing machine-related flaws or mistakes.
- Planned ahead for machine changeovers and efficiently changed from one product item to another.
Engineering Intern
Arvato
Weaverville, NC
09.2009 - 11.2010
- Suggested cost-effective engineering solutions to address customer needs.
- Collaborated with team members on project tasks and assignments.
- Conducted research to develop new engineering products and processes.
- Constructed prototypes and tested them against predetermined criteria.
- Investigated mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems.
- Monitored and adjusted systems to optimize performance.
Machinist Apprentice
Joe Metcalf Race Engines
Canton, NC
01.2007 - 08.2009
- Used machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, and grinders.
- Designed fixtures, tooling, or experimental parts to meet special engineering needs.
- Supported metalworking projects from planning and fabrication through assembly, inspection and testing, using knowledge of machine functions, metal properties and mathematics.
- Monitored feed and speed of machines during machining process.
- Maintained machine tools in proper operational condition.
- Checked work pieces to ensure that they were properly lubricated and cooled.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances, using instruments, such as micrometers, and vernier calipers.
- Set up, adjust, and operate basic and specialized machine tools used to perform precision machining operations.
- Aligned and secured holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
- Completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision instruments, such as micrometers.
- Operated equipment to verify operational efficiency.
Education
Machining Technologies - Manual and CNC Machining
Haywood Community College
Clyde, NC12-2010
Skills
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Critical Thinking
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Listening
- Equipment Inspection
- Training Junior Team Members
- Chemical Meters
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- OSHA Regulations
- Spreadsheet Applications
- Safety Techniques
- Basic Tools
- Preventive Maintenance
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Equipment installation
- Plumbing
- Hydraulic systems
- Machine lubrication
- Mechanical aptitude
- Pneumatic systems
- Conveyor systems
- Problem-solving
- Blueprint and schematics
- Heat exchangers
- Generator maintenance
- Willing to learn
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Critical thinking
- Clear communication
Certification
- Grade 1 Wastewater Operator
- Grade 2 Wastewater Operator
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Linamar Light Metals Mills River
06.2023 - Current
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Pactiv Evergreen
02.2020 - 06.2023
Rewind Operator
Pactiv Evergreen
02.2016 - 02.2020
Caretaker / Facilities and Grounds Maintenance
Camp Hope/Town Of Canton
09.2012 - 08.2021
Paper Machine Operator
Pactiv Evergreen
11.2010 - 02.2016
Engineering Intern
Arvato
09.2009 - 11.2010
Machinist Apprentice
Joe Metcalf Race Engines
01.2007 - 08.2009
Machining Technologies - Manual and CNC Machining
Haywood Community College
AWARDS
Boy Scouts of America Eagle Scout
Eagle Scout
I achieved my Eagle Scout which only about 2% of people who join The Scouts of America accomplish while also participating in multiple sports year round while in High School. To accomplish this while participating in other activities helped setup my skills for my professional life balancing multiple projects at a time and always working hard to complete goals.