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Joshua Sharpe

Hazen,ND

Summary

Experienced Plant Manager adept at improving output, maximizing quality and boosting employee satisfaction with hands-on management style. Recognized as effective business manager and motivational leader. Successful manufacturing management career spanning 2 years. Industrious Maintenance Mechanic looking to build upon skills and tackle new responsibilities. Skilled at inspecting machinery and structures for any damages, defects or malfunctions. Proficient in performing both preventive maintenance and emergency maintenance services. Determined Maintenance Worker with skills performing routine operation checks on work equipment and always exercising safety measures to limit injuries. Hardworking employee with over 10 years of carrying out oral and written instructions effectively and efficiently. Uses constructive criticism to improve skills and job performance. Diligent Maintenance Mechanic adept at performing routine checks on machines and identifying possible problems. Strong mechanical and mathematical skills with outstanding manual dexterity. Advanced knowledge of diagnostics and troubleshooting.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Plant Manager

North Dakota Proppant
05.2022 - Current
  • Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
  • Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
  • Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
  • Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
  • Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
  • Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective materials procurement.
  • Observed guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to meet strict operational and maintenance regulations.
  • Monitored employee work tasks while installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment for projects.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Maintenance Manager

North Dakota Proppant
05.2022 - Current
  • Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
  • Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
  • Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
  • Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
  • Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
  • Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Researched parts availability and pricing to stay on par with competitors and offer best services.

Mechanical Engineer

Sharpe's Maitenance
05.2019 - Current
  • Evaluated final product's overall performance, reliability and safety.
  • Identified deficiencies in mechanical processes to develop improvements.
  • Researched novel processes and fabrication techniques through academic and professional literature reviews.
  • Applied mechanical problem solving skills to develop creative solutions for quality products.
  • Tested newly installed systems, closely monitoring functionality and adherence to operating specifications.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
  • Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
  • Researched parts availability and pricing to stay on par with competitors and offer best services.
  • Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
  • Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.

Pipefitter Foreman

US Engineering Solutions
06.2020 - 05.2022
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
  • Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
  • Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
  • Inspected and tested existing pipe systems to identify system defects and malfunctions.
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Connected piping systems to water heaters, boilers, pumps and auxillary equipment to complete installations.
  • Calibrated piping systems and components to optimize performance.
  • Monitored pipeline pressure and flow rates to facilitate safe and efficient operation.
  • Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
  • Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.

Skills

  • Resource Coordination
  • Six Sigma Expertise
  • Lean Manufacturing Principles
  • Safety Management
  • Schedule Management
  • Team Building and Development
  • Plant and Warehouse Operations
  • Production Planning
  • Performance Improvements
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Facilities Maintenance

Certification

  • Certified New Miner (MSHA), North Dakota Proppant - 2022 to current
  • First Aid & CPR Training - 2022 to 2024
  • Varies Equipment Task Training - 2022 to current

Timeline

Plant Manager

North Dakota Proppant
05.2022 - Current

Maintenance Manager

North Dakota Proppant
05.2022 - Current

Pipefitter Foreman

US Engineering Solutions
06.2020 - 05.2022

Mechanical Engineer

Sharpe's Maitenance
05.2019 - Current
Joshua Sharpe