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Guy Gibson

IRON STATION,NC

Summary

Results-driven Maintenance Mechanic with extensive experience at International Paper, excelling in equipment maintenance and technical troubleshooting. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective problem-solving and preventive maintenance. Skilled in MIG welding and heavy machinery operation, demonstrating self-motivation and a commitment to quality in all projects.

Overview

2020
2020
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Machine Operator

International Paper
Salinas , Ca.
06.1999 - 05.2019
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
  • Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
  • Adjusted machine settings according to production requirements.
  • Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.
  • Read blueprints and job orders to determine product specifications and tooling instructions.
  • Trained new operators and implemented new division operator training program to improve retention rates and increase production.
  • Started up, shut down and checked water and wastewater treatment processes.

Maintenance Mechanic

International Paper
Newton , NC
04.2020 - 12 0
  • Fabricated parts from drawings when needed for repairs or replacements.
  • Read technical manuals to help diagnose problems with equipment.
  • Repaired or replaced defective parts, using hand tools and power tools.
  • Applied lubricants to all moving parts on a regular basis.
  • Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning components such as pumps, valves, bearings and shafts.
  • Operated forklifts, cranes and other heavy equipment as necessary in the completion of duties.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and perform repairs to restore equipment to run efficiently.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems.

Welder/Fabricator

Swanson's Welding
Salinas, CA
  • Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
  • Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
  • Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.

Welder/Fabricator

Valley Fabrication
Salinas, CA
  • Same as above

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies Emphasis in Social Behavioral

Hartnell College
Salinas, CA
06-2018

Certificate of Technical Studies - Gunsmithing Professional & Gunsmith Welding

Lassen Community College
Susanville, CA
06-1993

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Welding techniques
  • Blueprint reading
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Problem solving
  • Heavy machinery operation
  • Mechanical testing and troubleshooting
  • Hydraulic system repair
  • Pneumatic systems
  • MIG welding
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Conveyor systems
  • Electrical systems
  • Self motivation

Certification

  • Several in house International Paper certificates for maintenance training
  • Years of service awards

Timeline

Maintenance Mechanic

International Paper
04.2020 - 12 0

Machine Operator

International Paper
06.1999 - 05.2019

Welder/Fabricator

Swanson's Welding

Welder/Fabricator

Valley Fabrication

Associate of Arts - General Studies Emphasis in Social Behavioral

Hartnell College

Certificate of Technical Studies - Gunsmithing Professional & Gunsmith Welding

Lassen Community College
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