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Jerry Saunders

Burton,MI

Summary

Accomplished Maintenance Manager with a proven track record at Fiat Chrysler Automotive/Stellantis, enhancing operational efficiency and team performance. Expert in reliability-centered maintenance and staff management, I've successfully implemented continuous improvement strategies, leading to significant cost savings and productivity increases. Skilled in leveraging computerized maintenance management systems for optimal resource allocation.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Group Leader

Premier Staffing
Flint, MI
02.2023 - 11.2024
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards were met.
  • Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
  • Managed team of employees, daily progress reports and overall project planning.
  • Established standard operating procedures for maintaining equipment.

Area Maintenance Manager

CBRE
Pontiac, MI
02.2021 - 02.2023
  • Implemented improved training procedures to better develop new personnel.
  • Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
  • Monitored inventory levels of spare parts and supplies used for facility maintenance activities.
  • Participated in emergency response drills to ensure readiness for potential incidents.

Maintenance Manager

Sundance Beverage
Warren, MI
05.2022 - 01.2023
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness.

BIW Maintenance Supervisor/Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Fiat Chrysler Automotive/Stellantis
Warren, MI
02.2017 - 02.2021
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Coordinated emergency repairs as needed in order to minimize disruption in production schedules.
  • Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement through data analysis of repair trends.
  • Designed, fabricated and installed upgrades to improve existing equipment.
  • Created detailed reports on machine downtime, root cause analysis, cost savings initiatives, and other relevant metrics related to production efficiency.
  • Oversaw workforce schedules and allocated resources in order to achieve project goals.
  • Maintained records of repairs and parts inventory usage to optimize future planning efforts.
  • Assisted in training new hires on proper operation and maintenance techniques for various types of machinery.
  • Maintained optimal supply levels to meet expected demands without overreaching budget targets.
  • Collected data to compile detailed reports for upper management and closely monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Established a system for tracking labor costs associated with each job completed by the team.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to secure cost-effective services.
  • Investigated customer complaints about product quality issues due to malfunctioning equipment.
  • Developed and implemented safety procedures to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
  • Provided technical support to operations staff as needed to resolve complex problems with equipment or processes.
  • Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.

Hatebur Operator/Journeyman Machine Repairman

AAM (American Axle & Manufacturing)
Royal Oak, MI
06.1996 - 02.2017
  • Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
  • Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
  • Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
  • Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
  • Assisted in the setup of production lines according to customer specifications.
  • Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
  • Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
  • Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Education

MBA - Business Administration and Management

Baker College
Flint, MI
11-2019

Skills

  • Reliability centered maintenance
  • Computerized maintenance management systems
  • Energy management
  • Total productive maintenance
  • Capital project planning
  • Mechanical systems
  • Work order management
  • Project management
  • Maintenance planning
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Continuous improvement
  • Deadline management
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Staff management
  • Budgeting and cost control

Certification

  • Machine Repair Journeyman card

Affiliations

  • Spent 14 years in the military. Both active and reserves.

Timeline

Maintenance Group Leader

Premier Staffing
02.2023 - 11.2024

Maintenance Manager

Sundance Beverage
05.2022 - 01.2023

Area Maintenance Manager

CBRE
02.2021 - 02.2023

BIW Maintenance Supervisor/Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

Fiat Chrysler Automotive/Stellantis
02.2017 - 02.2021

Hatebur Operator/Journeyman Machine Repairman

AAM (American Axle & Manufacturing)
06.1996 - 02.2017

MBA - Business Administration and Management

Baker College

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