James Stroud
ORANGEBURG,SC
Summary
I have electrical and mechanical knowledge, able to read schematics and blueprints. Can fabricate and weld able to use hand tools and power equipment. Very familiar with PLC's, boilers, (screw, belt, and drag conveyors,) Dense Phase systems, Palletizing,bag sealing, and automation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Planner/Technical Consultant
RED COLLAR PET FOODS
ORANGEBURG, United States
06.2013 - Current
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
- Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
- Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
Maintenance Leadman
Mars Petcare US
Orangeburg, SC
05.2007 - 06.2013
- Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance and safety.
- Rolled out improved training programs for maintenance employees.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
- Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with specifications.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
Maintenance Technician
Doane Pet Care
Orangeburg, SC
09.1998 - 05.2007
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Removed dirt and lubricated machinery shafts, bearings and gears as part of regular maintenance.
- Adjusted machine settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stuttgart American High School
Stuttgart Germany 06.1984 - 06.1984
Skills
Attention to Detail
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Maintenance Planner/Technical Consultant
RED COLLAR PET FOODS
06.2013 - Current
Maintenance Leadman
Mars Petcare US
05.2007 - 06.2013
Maintenance Technician
Doane Pet Care
09.1998 - 05.2007
High School Diploma -
Stuttgart American High School
06.1984 - 06.1984
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