Hi, I’m
James Soles
Dillonvale,OHIO
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented Maintenance Technician and Production Supervisor with a proven track record at Ziegenfelders, specializing in mechanical troubleshooting and team leadership. Excelled in enhancing productivity and equipment reliability through innovative preventive maintenance and effective training initiatives. Achieved significant reductions in workplace accidents, demonstrating strong safety awareness and mechanical repair skills.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Highline Warren Distribution
Maintenance Technician
03.2017 - Current
Job overview
- 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.
Ziegenfelders
Production Supervisor
06.2009 - 10.2016
Job overview
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Managed team of Number production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
- Consistently met or exceeded production targets while maintaining strict quality standards, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
Education
West Virginia NorthernWheeling, WV
Graduate Certificate from Industrial Maintenance
05.2020
Buckeye Local Rayland, OH
High School Diploma
05.2007
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Parts replacement
- Equipment installation
- Equipment Repair
- Tool management
- Hand tools expertise
- Plumbing
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Power tools proficiency
- Drywall repair
- Painting
- Plumbing repairs
- OSHA
- Industrial equipment
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical panels
- Machine lubrication
- Lighting systems
- Residential construction
- Air compressors
- Pneumatic systems
- Motor controls
- Project management
- Control circuits
- Battery maintenance
- Variable frequency drives
- Conveyor systems
- Project estimation and bidding
- Roofing
- Chiller maintenance
- Power and hand tool use
- Maintaining components
- Troubleshooting strength
- Flooring repair
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Highline Warren Distribution
03.2017 - Current
Production Supervisor
Ziegenfelders
06.2009 - 10.2016
West Virginia Northern
Graduate Certificate from Industrial Maintenance
Buckeye Local
High School Diploma