Jason Taylor
Cub Run,KY
Summary
Electrical professional with substantial experience managing large-scale projects and leading teams to success. Adept at troubleshooting, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and optimizing electrical systems for maximum efficiency. Known for strong collaboration skills, adaptability, and consistently delivering high-quality results. Proficient in project management, team leadership, and technical problem-solving.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Electronics Technician
BALL CORPORATION
12.2021 - Current
- Responsible for the installation, troubleshooting/repair, and maintenance of high-speed, industrial process aluminum can end-making equipment that utilize VFD drives, PLC's, photo electric sensors, proximity sensors, solenoids, vision camera systems, 3 phase motors, and associated motor control devices.
- Worked towards streamlined line control process through PLC logic programming improvements.
- Diagnosed root cause of equipment failure modes and verified through the use of testing instrumentation and PLC logic software.
- Developed reliable solutions to prevent reoccurring equipment failure modes.
- Maintained daily log book entries, updated to wiring schematics through the use of Auto CAD, and entered process changes through process change forms.
- Participated in Plant Wellness projects to achieve successful equipment and production line upgrades.
- Worked with production to ensure that the correct methods are being used to operate and troubleshoot machinery properly at a production level.
- Cultivated professional work relationships within the plant to ensure a cohesive partnership between management, engineering and production.
Planner
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Louisville, Kentucky KTP
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed comprehensive project plans to streamline product launches and enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production schedules with market demand forecasts.
- Analyzed supply chain data to identify trends and optimize inventory management processes.
- Led strategic planning sessions to define long-term objectives and improve resource allocation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
- Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
- Prioritized schedules to meet project goals and overall customer satisfaction.
- Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, strategizing for on-time, high-quality deliverables.
- Managed successful day-to-day operations of projects by maximizing productivity from available resources.
- Implemented best practices in planning methodologies, resulting in increased efficiency and effectiveness across all projects.
- Presented progress reports regularly to senior management during project updates meetings.
- Achieved on-time completion of projects with diligent scheduling and resource management.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and timely resolution of issues.
- Created and implemented tracking systems to monitor progress and meet deadlines.
Final Maintenance Process Coach
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Louisville, KY KTP
04.2016 - 09.2021
- Created a safe working environment for all Ford employees through the use of OSHIM incident reporting and by following up with appropriate work orders.
- Achieved 100% compliance of equipment safety PM's.
- Coordinated and administered safety training as well as job related skills training.
- Maintained a clean, well-organized shop by utilizing Ford 5S strategy.
- Reduced production downtime by identifying and correcting potential equipment failures through consistent compliance of weekly, monthly, and annual equipment critical path PM's.
- Identified equipment root cause failure by utilizing data analysis through the use of Maximo 4D reporting.
- Ordered and maintained adequate equipment spare parts using Maximo Requisition System.
- Responsible for the support production by providing fast, reliable emergency breakdown response while maintaining a sustainable JPH rate.
- Produced innovative solutions for solving difficult problems as it relates to the maintenance and repair of production equipment.
- Managed Final area labor and resolved manning issues.
- Recorded time, pay and vacation/personal time using TWOS.
- Responsible for meeting cost objectives as set by management team.
- Reduced overtime costs by maximizing trades resources efficiently and effectively.
- Responsible for creating a successful team by ensuring that all skilled trades are properly trained and have all the resources available for them to be successful.
- Communicated to the trades the Final Maintenance management team goals and expectations as they apply to how we conduct business daily for the Final Maintenance team to be successful at building trucks.
- Responsible for driving trades to be responsible and holding them accountable for their assigned areas and equipment.
- Created a quality professional relationship with the trades by maintaining a high degree of professionalism and respect.
- Recognized trades for excellent service.
- Utilized FPS through Safety, 5S, Quality, and Delivery.
- Supported and promoted diversity and zero tolerance policies.
Crane Electronics Technician
VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL TERMINALS
01.2013 - 04.2016
- Provided maintenance support for ship to shore cranes and straddle carriers ensuring proper operation of all electrical and electronic systems.
- Tracked and reported downtime incidents using Data Stream software.
- Performed routine maintenance PMs on ship to shore crane electrical and electronic systems with the purpose of downtime prevention.
- Responsible for special projects involving the design and installation of electrical and electronic upgrades to both ship to shore cranes and straddle carriers.
- Serviced and repaired ship to shore cranes and straddle carrier electrical power and control components including but not limited to 7 kVA switch gears, 7 kVA to 480 VA transformers, 480 VAC and 120/208VAC 3 phase load centers, dc motors, ac motors, GE DC 2000 and DC 300 motor drives, Bruer dc motor drives, relay logic, PLC’s including GE, Siemens, Fuji, and Omron, proximity switches, photo eye sensors, encoders, resolvers, load cells, speed sensors, HMI systems, SCADA systems, Profibus, and CAN bus.
- Installed, programmed, and serviced PLC systems utilizing GE Proficy, SX Programmer, CX Programmer, & Simatic Step 7.
Electrical Supervisor
INDIANA INDUSTRIAL SERVICES
Whitestown, Indiana
05.2012 - 12.2013
- Supervised and coordinated of electrical lighting, power, and control projects for Industrial facilities throughout the country with project budgets at $1,000,000 and above while overseeing 20+ subordinates.
- Responsible for the recruiting, hiring and termination of subordinate’s employees.
- Created and implemented Standard Operating Procedures for the purpose of ensuring an accurate account of all material, tools, and equipment that were to be used and maintained for the duration of each project.
- Coordinated electrical work with subcontractors as well as project managers to ensure a problem free multilateral installation.
- Enforced company safety policies on each job site such as ensuring the proper PPE usage, barricading procedures, and proper use of the LOTO program etc.
- Recorded and reported out on employee time for job cost and payroll purposes.
- Documented and reported out on status of job Work Orders, job progress, vehicle material stock, vehicle maintenance, daily expenses reports, etc.
- Created a positive work environment motivating and creating confidence as well as a sense of accomplishment within the workforce.
- Provided customer support for clientele such as Amazon and Wilton Company.
Electrical Service Foreman
ROGERS ELECTRIC
Alpharetta, GA
03.2010 - 06.2011
- Responsible for the installation, troubleshooting/repair, and maintenance of power, lighting, electrical control, and instrumentation systems for customers within the Industrial and Commercial industries.
- Serviced three phase Delta/Wye electrical systems working with voltages ranging from 120 VAC to 480 VAC in addition to low voltage data, CCTV, and control systems with voltages ranging from 12 – 24 VDC and 24 – 120 VAC.
- Installed general electrical wiring consisting of conduit installation, wiring installation, and wiring termination.
- Documented and reported job work order status, vehicle material stock, vehicle maintenance, daily expense reports, and issues/problems that arise on a daily basis.
- Provided leadership while acting as Job Foreman on Commercial and Industrial projects.
- Provided customer support for Walmart, The Home Depot, Lowes, Best Buy, Radio Shack, Dicks Sporting Goods, Verizon Wireless, and Northern Tool Company.
Electrical Service Foreman
INTEGRATED ELECTRICAL SERVICES
Ashland, VA
06.2006 - 06.2009
- Installed, troubleshot, and maintained power, lighting, electrical control, and instrumentation systems for customers within the Industrial and Commercial industries.
- Programmed and troubleshot GE, and Seimens PLC’s utilizing Versa Pro and Step 7 software.
- Serviced single phase and three phase Delta/Wye and Delta electrical systems with voltages ranging from 120 VAC to 480 VAC and power generation substations with voltages ranging from 13,000 VAC to 25,000 VAC.
- Installed and serviced electrical control systems utilizing PLC’s, photo eyes, limit switches, instrumentation, and motor controls in addition to low voltage data and CCTV.
- Performed electrical systems analysis utilizing Thermal Imaging, Voltage/Current/Power recording meters, Meggers, and Ground Testing Equipment.
- Installed general electrical wiring consisting of conduit installation, wiring installation, and wiring termination.
- Responsible for documenting and reporting job work order status, vehicle material stock, vehicle maintenance, daily expense reports, and issues/problems that arise on a daily basis.
- Provided leadership while acting as Job Foreman on Commercial and Industrial projects.
- Provided customer support for Coca Cola, Super Value, Bass Pro Shops, Roslyn Converters, Target, PET Dairy, DSC Logistics, Corbi Plastics, Alcoa, and Capital One.
Electrical Service Foreman
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS
Disputanta, VA
06.2003 - 06.2006
- Installed, troubleshot, and maintained power, lighting, electrical control and instrumentation systems throughout the facility.
- Serviced single phase and three phase Delta/Wye electrical systems with voltages ranging from 120 VAC to 480 VAC.
- Serviced and maintained packaging and conveyor electrical control systems and equipment implementing PLC’s, photo sensors, limit switches, instrumentation, and motor controls in addition to low voltage data and CCTV systems.
- Serviced and maintained inventory Pick to Light systems.
- Serviced and maintained conveyor pneumatic control systems including calibration, troubleshooting and the replacement of associated parts such as air lines, air valves, regulators, pneumatic lift gates, etc.
- Installed general electrical wiring consisting of conduit installation, wiring installation, and wiring termination.
- Maintained and repaired conveyor and packaging mechanical systems such as gear box rebuilds/changes, and routine PM’s consisting of lubricating chain drive service and repair, printing equipment calibration, service and repair, conveyor roller assembly repair, and occasional vehicle maintenance and repair.
- Acted as Maintenance Supervisor for equipment supporting activities during 2nd and 3rd shift.
Electrical Superintendent
PRO CONSTRUCTION
Richmond, VA
03.2001 - 05.2003
- Coordinated and supervised all electrical projects.
- Installed, troubleshot, and maintained electrical power, lighting, and control systems within the Industrial and Commercial environments.
- Installed and serviced electrical control systems utilizing PLC’s, photo eyes, limit switches, instrumentation, and motor controls in addition to low voltage data and CCTV.
- Provided customer support for MCV/VCU, Virginia Science Museum, William and Mary College, Loomis Fargo, and DMV.
Electrician/Technician
ESITECH
Richmond, VA
03.1998 - 05.2001
- Acted as Panel Shop Foreman with the responsibly of ordering material, design and layout of electrical control panels and cabinets, coordination of electrical control panel projects, and the quality assurance of electrical control panels and cabinets.
- Installed and troubleshot GE and Allen Bradley PLC’s.
- Installed, troubleshot, and maintained electrical power, lighting, and control systems within the Industrial and Commercial environments.
- Serviced three phase Delta/Wye electrical systems working with voltages ranging from 120 VAC to 480 VAC in addition to low voltage data, CCTV, and control systems with voltages ranging from 12 – 24 VDC and 24 – 120 VAC.
- Installed general electrical wiring consisting of conduit installation, wiring installation, and wiring termination.
- Provided customer support for Powhatan Correctional Facility, Orange County Juvenile Facility, Longview Correctional Facility, Loomis Fargo, and Chesterfield Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court House.
Electrical Apprentice
ETHERIDGE AUTOMATION
Powhatan, VA
05.1995 - 03.1998
- Responsible for the layout and fabrication of electrical control panels.
- Installed and serviced electrical power and control systems in aggregate industrial environments.
- Performed service on three phase Delta/Wye electrical systems working with voltages ranging from 120 VAC to 480 VAC in addition to low voltage data, CCTV, and control systems with voltages ranging from 12 – 24 VDC and 24 – 120 VAC.
- Installed and troubleshot GE and Allen Bradley PLC’s.
- Fabricated and assembled various product sensors utilizing proximity switches, ultrasonic transducers, load cells, limit switches, photo eyes and laser sensors.
- Responsible for maintaining a passing grade while attending the VCAP Apprenticeship Program.
Education
Electrical Certification -
Chesterfield Technical Center
Chesterfield, VA01-2001
Diploma - General Studies
Powhatan High School
Powhatan, VA01-1995
Skills
- Proficient in Windows operating systems
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experienced in electrical design using AutoCAD
- Skilled in integrating and maintaining multiple PLC systems
- Skilled in industrial automation programming tools
- Skilled in maintaining and servicing electrical motor control systems
- Leadership in high-budget project environments
- Skilled in PC design and assembly
- Proficient in electrical panel assembly and setup
- Work site safety
- Commercial project expertise
- Construction supervision
- Electrical installations
Certification
- VA STATE ELECTRICAL MASTERS LICENSE
- VA STATE ELECTRICAL JOURNEYMANS LICENSE
- KY STATE ELECTRICAL MASTERS LICENSE
- GE PROFICY CERTIFICATION
- LEVITON FIBER OPTICS CERTIFICATION
- OSHA 10 CERTIFICATION
- MSHA TRAINING
- CPR CERTIFICATION
- ARC BLAST/ARC BLAST CERTIFICATION
- FIRST AID CERTIFICATION
- FORK LIFT CERTIFICATION
- SCISSOR LIFT CERTIFICATION
Timeline
Industrial Electronics Technician
BALL CORPORATION
12.2021 - Current
Planner
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
09.2021 - 12.2021
Final Maintenance Process Coach
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
04.2016 - 09.2021
Crane Electronics Technician
VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL TERMINALS
01.2013 - 04.2016
Electrical Supervisor
INDIANA INDUSTRIAL SERVICES
05.2012 - 12.2013
Electrical Service Foreman
ROGERS ELECTRIC
03.2010 - 06.2011
Electrical Service Foreman
INTEGRATED ELECTRICAL SERVICES
06.2006 - 06.2009
Electrical Service Foreman
STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS
06.2003 - 06.2006
Electrical Superintendent
PRO CONSTRUCTION
03.2001 - 05.2003
Electrician/Technician
ESITECH
03.1998 - 05.2001
Electrical Apprentice
ETHERIDGE AUTOMATION
05.1995 - 03.1998
Diploma - General Studies
Powhatan High School
Electrical Certification -
Chesterfield Technical Center