Jeff Gehring
Flagstaff,AZ
Summary
Reliable Facilities Manager with detail- and results-oriented nature. Possessing an exceptional commitment to quality and service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Facilities Manager
Lowell Observatory
08.2013 - Current
- Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
- Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.
- Controlled expenses to meet budget requirements.
- Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
- Supervised staff of 5 in day-to-day activities.
- Evaluated facility operations and personnel for safety and health regulations compliance.
- Interviewed, hired and trained qualified maintenance employees.
- Drove continuous improvement of processes and systems operation.
- Mechanical analysis/repair of telescope systems and domes
- Perform restoration, remodeling, and upgrades to domes and telescopes
Machinist
Dylan Aerospace
01.2012 - 05.2013
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Reduced error and non-conformances with by utilizing fixtures and cutting tools on CNC machines.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
- Inspected and measured machined parts for conformance to specified tolerances.
- Repaired and maintained machine tools, fixtures and other production equipment.
- Trained and mentored new and existing machinists on proper machining techniques.
- Calibrated and aligned machine components for proper functioning.
- Developed jigs, fixtures and tooling to meet production requirements.
Machinist
Exotic Metals Forming Company
10.2009 - 12.2011
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kentwood High School
Covington, WA06.1998
Skills
- System Inspections
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Inventory Procurement
- Schedule Management
- Team Direction
- Building Inspections
- Schedule Coordination
- Performance Assessments
- Planning and Scheduling
- Leadership and Supervision
- Operations Oversight
- Performance Evaluation
- Cost-Reduction Methods
- Service Contracts Management
- Employee Hiring
- Building Maintenance
- Presentation
- Strategic Planning
- Personnel Oversight
- Performance Evaluations
References
Frank Cornelius
Head of Engineering
Lowell Observatory
928-233-3204
Teznie Pugh
Observatory Superintendent
McDonald Observatory
928-221-1551
Stephen Levine
Astronomer/Director of Public Programs
Lowell Observatory
928-225-0784
Timeline
Technical Facilities Manager
Lowell Observatory
08.2013 - Current
Machinist
Dylan Aerospace
01.2012 - 05.2013
Machinist
Exotic Metals Forming Company
10.2009 - 12.2011
High School Diploma -
Kentwood High School
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