John Billings
Henderson,KY
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Gibbs Die Casting
Henderson, Kentucky
12.2018 - Current
- Performed plant-wide maintenance, specializing in trim presses, coating presses, conveyors, wheelabrators, and both barrel and stack furnaces. Diagnosed and repaired equipment issues, including welding leak repairs, and hose replacements. Troubleshooting mechanical and hydraulic problems to ensure smooth and safe plant operations.
Trim Boss/Set-up Technician
Gibbs Die Casting
Henderson, Kentucky
03.2013 - 12.2018
- Promoted to lead Trim Department operations on 2nd shift. Oversaw team performance, workflow efficiency, and quality control for three years until the plant closure.
- In 2016, Transitioned to the technical department and took on setup technician responsibilities. Supported equipment setup, troubleshooting, and production readiness to maintain smooth operations.
Set-up Technician
Gibbs Die Casting
Henderson, Kentucky
06.1997 - 03.2013
- Operated trim presses for 6 months, ensuring consistent production quality.
- Promoted to Set-Up Technician in 1998; responsible for installing trim dies and performing minor repairs and adjustments on trim presses and wheelabrators to maintain optimal machine performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Henderson County High School
Henderson, KY05-1993
Skills
- Troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems Experienced in working with lasers and sensors, and skilled in replacing bearings on various machinery across the Gibbs facility
Accomplishments
- H3 Lean Award
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Gibbs Die Casting
12.2018 - Current
Trim Boss/Set-up Technician
Gibbs Die Casting
03.2013 - 12.2018
Set-up Technician
Gibbs Die Casting
06.1997 - 03.2013
High School Diploma -
Henderson County High School