James Cornaire
Watertown
Summary
Results-driven Industrial Maintenance Technician with proven skills in mechanical troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and welding techniques. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and safety through meticulous documentation and effective equipment repair.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Maintenance Technician 3
Great Lakes Cheese
Adams, NY
09.2013 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections and preventative maintenance on production equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Diagnosed mechanical failures and implemented timely repairs, minimizing downtime in production processes.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives that streamlined maintenance procedures and reduced operational costs.
- Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety.
- Operated various tools and equipment proficiently while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
- Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.
- Performed welding tasks as needed for equipment repair or fabrication projects, adhering to strict safety guidelines.
- Maintained accurate documentation of machine service histories, facilitating better decision-making for future repairs or replacements.
- Dismantled electrical machinery to replace faulty switches and electrical and mechanical system elements.
- Enhanced equipment efficiency by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Reduced machine downtime by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Inspected and tested electrical equipment, diagnosing malfunctioning apparatus.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance activities and retained copy of equipment programs as backups.
- Improved production output with timely repairs and adjustments to machinery.
- Adhered to safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria to maximize preventive controls.
- Increased workplace safety by ensuring proper functioning of all equipment and systems.
- Assessed risks associated with various machinery operations, informing proper safety protocols.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Installed, calibrated and tested new or repaired parts and equipment.
Maintenance Technician
Florelle Tissue
Brownville NY
01.2012 - 07.2013
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and ensure operational efficiency.
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and extend lifespan.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and executed repairs to maintain production schedules.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, enhancing overall productivity.
Maintenance Technician Lead
Timeless Frames
Watertown, NY
04.2007 - 12.2011
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment and facilities to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and implemented effective repairs to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to develop preventive maintenance schedules, enhancing equipment longevity.
- Trained junior technicians on proper maintenance procedures and safety protocols, fostering a culture of excellence.
- Managed inventory of repair parts and supplies, ensuring timely availability for maintenance tasks.
- Implemented safety measures that reduced workplace incidents and improved compliance with regulations.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
- Enhanced safety measures by performing routine inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Ensured smoother operations, maintaining accurate records of all maintenance activities.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations and standards through meticulous record-keeping practices.
- Assisted management in developing long-term plans for equipment upgrades and replacements.
- Liaised with vendors to ensure timely delivery of essential parts and materials for repairs or replacements.
- Supported inventory management efforts, tracking spare parts usage and reordering as necessary.
- Reduced equipment failures, meticulously adhering to manufacturers' maintenance guidelines.
- Improved machine efficiency, conducting regular diagnostics and repairs.
- Increased machinery lifespan with detailed attention to routine and preventive maintenance tasks.
- Conducted energy audits to identify savings opportunities, resulting in significant decrease in utility expenses.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
Education
High School Diploma -
Military
Fort Polk, LASkills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Maintenance documentation
- Pump maintenance
- Electrical systems maintenance
- Valve repair
- Machine alignment
- Conveyor system maintenance
- Hydraulic systems repair
- Welding techniques
- Motor control circuits
- Pneumatic systems maintenance
- Lubrication techniques
- Preventive maintenance planning
- Bearing installation
- Production processes
- Gearbox repair
- Cooling tower operation
- Seal replacement
- Boiler operation
- Mechanical repair
- Troubleshooting skills
- Hand and power tools
- Pneumatic systems
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Plumbing
- Conveyor systems
- Machine lubrication
- Hydraulic systems
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safety awareness
- OSHA
- Air compressors
- Parts replacement
- Building maintenance
- Equipment Repair
- Documentation
- Painting
- Codes compliance
- Lighting systems
- Drywall repair
- Plumbing repairs
- Residential construction
- Drywalling
- Commercial construction experience
- Roofing
- Problem-solving
- Field maintenance
- Air handlers
- Maintaining components
- Power and hand tool use
- Heat exchangers
- Building automation
- Reporting and documentation
- Plumbing repair
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Technician 3
Great Lakes Cheese
09.2013 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Florelle Tissue
01.2012 - 07.2013
Maintenance Technician Lead
Timeless Frames
04.2007 - 12.2011
High School Diploma -
Military