Eric Maples
Milford,Illinois
Summary
Proven Millwright/Operator with a track record of enhancing machinery efficiency and workplace safety at Cooks A1 Crane Service. Expert in equipment installation and preventive maintenance, blending technical prowess with sharp problem-solving skills. Achieved significant reductions in equipment downtime, demonstrating a keen attention to detail and a commitment to operational excellence.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Millwright/operator
Cooks A1 Crane Service
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
Maintenance Technician
E.R.H Enterprises
- 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.
Incoming Quality Inspector
BQG
02.2023 - Current
Warehouse Mgr
Wagners Llc
05.2010 - 09.2015
- Conducted periodic audits of inventory levels to ensure accuracy, identifying discrepancies for swift resolution.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
Education
GED -
Kankakee Community College
Kankakee, IL2000
Skills
- Safety Compliance
- Equipment Installation
- Heavy Lifting
- Fabrication
- Preventive Maintenance
- Hydraulic systems
- Safety Procedures
- Pump maintenance
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Parts Installation
- Machinery Maintenance
- Bearing installation
- Conveyor Systems
- Blueprint Reading
- Welding expertise
- Root Cause Analysis
- Repair work
- Pneumatic Systems
- Pneumatic controls
- Power Tools Operation
- Mechanical tools
- Power Tool Operation
- Rigging Techniques
- Industrial Mechanics
- Torque specifications
- Gearbox knowledge
- Structural welding
- Lubrication Procedures
- Machinery transporting
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
Timeline
Incoming Quality Inspector
BQG
02.2023 - Current
Warehouse Mgr
Wagners Llc
05.2010 - 09.2015
Millwright/operator
Cooks A1 Crane Service
Maintenance Technician
E.R.H Enterprises
GED -
Kankakee Community College
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