Francis B. Torrey
Livonia,MI
Summary
Ambitious, results-oriented professional with demonstrated success excelling in dynamic, fast-paced environments requiring keen attention to detail. Collaborative communicator continually focused on building relationships and promoting collaboration across business lines to drive positive change, cohesion, comprehensive business approaches, and enhanced profitability. Adept at providing analytical support to success and effectively communicating insights. Technical proficiency in MAXIMO, Oracle EBS, Viziya Scheduler, Open Office Writer, Calc and Impress, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project and PowerPoint). Multilingual in English, French, and Spanish.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Work Management Specialist - Contractor
QUALUS
Lake Mary, FL
10.2024 - Current
- Developed templates for Location and Asset records in MAXIMO for several business units at client site.
- Created and/or uploaded over 300,000 records into MAXIMO, including Preventive Maintenance activities, Job Plans, Locations, and Assets across multiple business units.
Field Service Engineer
ARxIUM
Buffalo Grove, IL
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Leveraged education and strong technical acumen to troubleshoot and diagnose electrical and mechanical issues.
- Expertly performed corrective and preventative maintenance of hospital logistical equipment including motors ranging from 460 VAC to 5VDC, solenoids, PLC’s, basic networks, conveyor delivery systems, pharmacy warehousing and inventory management systems, and individual dose packaging systems.
PLTCM Maintenance Planning / Scheduling Coordinator
CLEVELAND CLIFFS
Dearborn, MI
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Oversee daily administrative, financial, and human resource functions including scheduling for maintenance personnel. Managed union Maintenance Planners in the prioritization and planning of safe maintenance practices.
- Provided leadership and guidance to department personnel through knowledge of maintenance practices and systems. Assisted in training salary personnel on work order processes.
- Collaborated with Production Superintendents, Process Engineering, Quality, and Environmental Health and Safety departments and contractors to execute weekly maintenance schedules. Assisted in developing long-term and mid-term department budgeting.
- Developed maintenance schedules for weekly and semiannual planned maintenance downtime.
Plant Maintenance Manager
YANFENG AUTOMOTIVE INTERIORS
Romulus, MI
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Oversaw daily administrative, financial, and human resources functions including scheduling and payroll for maintenance personnel. Managed union Millwrights and Electricians in the execution of safe maintenance practices by setting priorities.
- Provided leadership and guidance to personnel in department through in-depth knowledge of maintenance systems and work order processes. Spearheaded shift meetings and plant walkthroughs to lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex issues. Trained and developed personnel on work order processes and systems.
- Collaborate with Planner, Operations Supervisor, and Process Engineering teams to execute weekly maintenance schedules. Developed short- and long-term department budget and targets in alignment with company objectives.
- Liaised with Corporate Training and local institutions to design effective training programs that advanced maintenance personnel and their technical skills.
Plant Maintenance Supervisor
CARMEUSE LIME AND STONE
River Rouge, MI
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Oversaw daily administrative, financial, and human resources functions including scheduling and payroll for maintenance personnel. Managed union Millwrights and Electricians in the execution of safe maintenance practices by setting priorities.
- Provided leadership and guidance to personnel in department through in-depth knowledge of maintenance systems and work order processes. Spearheaded shift meetings and plant walkthroughs to lead troubleshooting and resolution of complex issues. Trained and developed personnel on work order processes and systems.
- Collaborated with Planner, Operations Supervisor, and Process Engineering teams to execute weekly maintenance schedules. Developed short- and long-term department budget and targets in alignment with company objectives.
- Liaised with Corporate Training and local institutions to design effective training programs that advanced maintenance personnel and their technical skills.
Maintenance Planner, Planning Coordinator
U.S. STEEL, GREAT LAKES WORKS
Ecorse, MI
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Drove a proactive maintenance program to prevent unplanned downtime and disruption of daily operations. Oversaw hourly planners in processing work orders by planning maintenance activities to maximize resources.
- Contributed to the continuous operation of facility by conducting weekly safety meetings to minimize downtime and support organizational goals.
- Cross-functionally liaised with Maintenance Manager to contract services and order materials to complete repairs.
- Applied knowledge of specialized maintenance techniques and processes to screen and analyze work requests to identity scope of work orders. Built daily maintenance schedule to prioritize workflow and monthly repair turn packages.
Low Volume Maintenance Supervisor
TROY DESIGN MANUFACTURING
Plymouth, MI
01.2017 - 01.2017
- Ensured the flawless execution of a low volume stamping line project. Coordinated delivery of spare parts for the line to avoid operational delays. Tracked project progress and provided timely updates to keep stakeholders apprised of key milestones.
Maintenance Supervisor
MISSION FOOD
New Brighton, MN
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Supervised, developed, and trained a high-performing team of 5-7 Maintenance Technicians in predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance of Food Manufacturing equipment.
- Organized, led, and coordinated daily workflow to avoid operational delays. Designed and implemented processes and documentation systems to schedule and repair equipment. Ensured safety standards were maintained and communicated within department.
- Cross-functionally liaised with Maintenance Manager to contribute value-added perspective and input on electrical issues resulting from faulty supply transformers.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Management
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor, MI12-2020
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Engineering Technology
Excelsior College
Albany, NY11-2008
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Forecasting
- Budget Planning & Management
- Electrical Safety & Fall Protection
- Maintenance Management
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Training & Development
- Quality Assurance
- Nuclear Engineering
- Construction Management
- Project Management
- MAXIMO
- Inventory Management
- Plant Maintenance
- Process Engineering
- Operations Management
- Workflow Management
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 20 staff members.
- Led safety project reducing labor costs by 10% on roof stacks.
- Reduced initial maintenance backlog of over 300 late preventive maintenance actions to less than 50 in 8 months.
- Improved schedule compliance over three-months to 90% of target.
- Recognized as the principal Work Management Specialist in developing templates used by other WMS and served as primary trainer for new WMS staff.
- Prevented a plant shutdown that would have cost 800 tons/daily due to water main break.
- Developed Preventive Maintenance plan and allocation for spare parts in one-month for an entire project.
- Redesigned departmental training program to enhance technical skills of staff, resulting in reduced response and downtime reports by 5%.
Certification
- Navy Enlistment Classifications - 3353 (Submarine Reactor Operator) upgraded to 3363 (Submarine Reactor Supervisor), 3373 (Nuclear Electronics Maintenance Technician), 9502 (Navy Instructor)
- Completed OSHA 30-Hour Safety Training (2020)
- Phi Theta Kappa Honorary Society (2020)
- NFPA 70E (07/2026, exp. 07/2029)
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Work Management Specialist - Contractor
QUALUS
10.2024 - Current
Field Service Engineer
ARxIUM
01.2023 - 01.2024
PLTCM Maintenance Planning / Scheduling Coordinator
CLEVELAND CLIFFS
01.2021 - 01.2023
Plant Maintenance Manager
YANFENG AUTOMOTIVE INTERIORS
01.2020 - 01.2021
Plant Maintenance Supervisor
CARMEUSE LIME AND STONE
01.2019 - 01.2020
Maintenance Planner, Planning Coordinator
U.S. STEEL, GREAT LAKES WORKS
01.2017 - 01.2019
Low Volume Maintenance Supervisor
TROY DESIGN MANUFACTURING
01.2017 - 01.2017
Maintenance Supervisor
MISSION FOOD
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nuclear Engineering Technology
Excelsior College
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Management
Washtenaw Community College
Certifications
NFPA 70E - earned 7/26
OSHA 30 - earned 12/20
Honors & Recognition
Member, Phi Theta Kappa Honorary Society, Spring 2020, Navy Achievement Medal for Supervision and Quality Assurance during emergent repairs to Reactor Safety-related equipment (second award), 2010-01, Commodore's Coin for Outstanding Performance during a Command Evaluation, 2009-11, Navy Achievement Medal - Outstanding Administrative Skills and Leadership, 2004-12, Command Advanced to First Class Petty Officer for outstanding leadership, attitude, and administrative skill (planning several extended maintenance periods while minimizing potential job conflicts), 2004-03
Additional Experience
Served in the United States Navy as a Submarine Service in the Engineering Department, Reactor Division, 1997-2010. Served as Division Leading Petty Officer, Engineering Department Training Assistant, Engineering Departmental Maintenance and Material Management Assistant, Ship Training Officer, Reactor Operator and Engineering Watch Supervisor, Electronics Maintenance School Graduate, Prototype Instructor.