Jamie Fordham
Metter,GA
Summary
Results-driven Industrial Maintenance Manager with extensive experience at Claxton Poultry. Expert in preventive maintenance and staff management, successfully enhancing equipment reliability and reducing downtime by streamlining workflows. Proven ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues and foster a cohesive team environment, ensuring operational excellence and safety compliance.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Maintenance Manager
Claxton Poultry
12.2025 - Current
- Managed maintenance team to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability.
- Streamlined maintenance workflows, reducing downtime and increasing overall efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify potential issues and recommend corrective actions.
Industrial Maintenance Supervisor
Claxton Poultry
03.2025 - 12.2025
- Directed group of 5-8 employees, fostering a cohesive work environment.
- Managed maintenance and repair operations of plant machinery.
- Orchestrated preventative maintenance on machinery to lower downtime.
- Secured parts for machinery repairs and rebuilds.
- Participated in meetings focused on plant operations.
- Guided new employees through training processes to ensure operational readiness
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Claxton Poultry
08.2017 - 03.2025
- Conducted routine maintenance on production equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and implemented effective solutions for operational continuity.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes and reduce downtime.
- Assisted in training new technicians on safety protocols and equipment handling procedures.
- Performed preventive maintenance checks to identify potential issues before they escalated.
- Operated various tools and equipment proficiently while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
- Performed welding tasks as needed for equipment repair or fabrication projects, adhering to strict safety guidelines.
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Project management
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Maintenance planning
- Work order management
- Staff management
- Vendor relationship management
- Mechanical aptitude
- Contractor management
- Welding and fabrication
- Lockout and tagout procedures
Certification
Multiple SACA certifications through Ogeechee Technical College Industrial Maintence Fast Track program.
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Manager
Claxton Poultry
12.2025 - Current
Industrial Maintenance Supervisor
Claxton Poultry
03.2025 - 12.2025
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Claxton Poultry
08.2017 - 03.2025