John Merriman
Hartsville,SC
Summary
With a proven track record at Domtar Paper Co, I excel in maintaining safety and enhancing efficiency. My expertise in troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, combined with strong leadership and communication skills, significantly improves operational performance. Skilled in both mechanical knowledge and fostering teamwork, I drive continuous improvement and uphold the highest quality standards.
Experienced with technical diagnostics and system maintenance. Utilizes problem-solving skills to ensure optimal equipment functionality. Strong understanding of collaborative teamwork and efficiency improvements.
Responsible Technician with excellent troubleshooting, customer service and analytics skills coupled with more than 30 years of experience. Highly effective in complying with safety requirements evidenced by zero work loss days. Broad skills in maintenance and bench builds.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Mill Technician
Domtar Paper Co
09.2011 - Current
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Increased equipment lifespan, performing preventive maintenance and timely repairs.
- Tended to machines, troubleshot malfunctions and completed basic repairs to keep equipment fully functional and well-maintained.
Supervisor of Factory Operations
Mohawk
07.2009 - 09.2011
- Enhanced workplace safety, implementing strict protocols and conducting regular inspections to minimize accidents.
- Established clear lines of responsibility among staff members by clearly defining roles and expectations, resulting in increased accountability and performance.
- Evaluated employee performance through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback and support for continuous improvement efforts.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability, minimizing waste and reducing costs associated with excess inventory.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
Supervision/Quality Control/Set-up Technician
Schaeffler Group USA
06.1987 - 07.2008
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained clean and organized tool sets for production runs.
- Enhanced workplace safety by performing equipment inspections and adhering to proper procedures.
- Improved production efficiency by setting up and maintaining machinery for optimal performance.
- Managed approximately 20 employees in finishing, inspection, sorting, packing and shipping departments,
- Maintained accurate documentation of set-up activities, including detailed logs for future reference.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by suggesting process improvements based on observations and experience.
- Trained staff in correct use and care of high-value production equipment.
- Set up scheduled machines to meet demands of different production plans.
Education
No Degree - Computer Science
Clemson University
Clemson, SCParamedic - Emergency Medicine
Florence-Darlington Technical College
Florence, SC08-1989
High School Diploma -
Chesterfield High School
Chesterfield, SC06-1983
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and organization
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Written/Verbal communication
- Troubleshooting
- Quality control
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Preventive Maintenance
- OSHA compliance
- Tech-Savvy
- Operation Monitoring
Timeline
Mill Technician
Domtar Paper Co
09.2011 - Current
Supervisor of Factory Operations
Mohawk
07.2009 - 09.2011
Supervision/Quality Control/Set-up Technician
Schaeffler Group USA
06.1987 - 07.2008
No Degree - Computer Science
Clemson University
Paramedic - Emergency Medicine
Florence-Darlington Technical College
High School Diploma -
Chesterfield High School
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