John P Short Jr.
Petersburg,VA
Summary
Resourceful Maintenance Mechanic experienced in diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and equipment optimization. Achieved high productivity and efficiency through effective problem-solving and teamwork. Focused on delivering reliable machinery performance and contributing to seamless operations.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Fixer/Maintenance Mechanic
Philip Morris USA Inc.
Richmond, VA
12.2002 - Current
- Troubleshot machinery malfunctions using testing instruments and observation to identify root causes effectively.
- Inspected, replaced and repaired defective parts and completed preventive maintenance.
- Adjusted and repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
- Disassembled machinery to remove parts and make repairs.
- Performed troubleshooting activities to resolve issues during projects on cigarette machines and packs.
- Enhanced machinery efficiency through thorough cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment of components.
- Fabricated new parts to repair broken material.
- Analyzed machine error messages and diagnostic test results to identify faults.
Shop Machinist
Honeywell
Hopewell, VA
01.2000 - 12.2002
- Responsible for Reworking and making new parts for machines in the plant.
- Machining of all new parts by drawing and sample.
- Journal repair and replacement.
- Roller repairs and turning.
- Bearing repair or replacement.
- Equipment Used: Lathes, Milling Machines, Surface Grinders, Key Seaters, Drill Presses, Hole Burning Machine, Spray Welding Machine.
- Use Computer to put in time and order tools and materials for the job.
- Welding (STICK, ARC, MIG) Steel and Aluminum.
Maintenance-Machinist
Carter-Wallace, Inc.
Colonia, VA
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Maintained machines in Cartoning Dept. to ensure optimal operation.
- Ensured all machines operated reliably to minimize downtime.
- Performed monthly preventative maintenance on machinery.
- Reworked and assembled machinery to improve functionality.
- Supported assembly line operations by providing timely maintenance and repairs.
Shop Foreman
Arrow Machine Shop Manufacturing, Inc.
Richmond, VA
06.1989 - 01.1998
- Supervising shipping and receiving dept., monitoring all incoming orders and materials, and outing completed jobs, ensuring accuracy and delivery in a timely manner.
- Ensure that all outgoing machine work is inspected for correct tolerances as allowed per particular part, before being shipped.
- Supervising machinist and assisting them as needed.
- Ordering stock materials.
- Visiting prospective customers-informing them of our services.
- Handling telephone orders and preparing quotes.
- Run front office when office staff is unavailable.
- Equipment used (While working with my tools, before becoming foreman): Lathe, Milling machine and CNC mill, CNC Lathes, Key Seaters.
Mechanic
Firestone Auto Stores
Peter, VA
01.1989 - 05.1989
- Oil changes.
- Tire repair or replacement.
- Water pump replacement or repair.
- Brake drum or disc replacement.
- Brake, wheel cylinder, master cylinder, (repair or replacement).
Mechanic Apprentice
Parham's Texaco
Petersburg, VA
01.1988 - 12.1988
- Replaced belts and conducted state inspections to ensure vehicle compliance and safety.
- Assisted customers at fuel pump area.
Education
Pipe Welding - Stick Welding
John Tyler Community College
Chester, VABridgeport CNC -
Bridgeport School
Philadelphia, PAJourneyman's Card - Machine Shop Theory, Blueprint Reading, Machine and Technical Drawing, Fundamental Machine Operations, and related Mathematics
Richmond Technical Center
Richmond, VAHigh School Diploma -
Dinwiddie County High School
Dinwiddie, VASkills
- Emergency Response
- Troubleshooting skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time Management
- Interpersonal communication
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Task Prioritization
- Analytical Thinking
- Heavy Equipment Assembly
- Equipment Repair
- Troubleshooting
- Metal Fabrication
- Attention to detail
- Maintenance
- Problem solving
- Workplace Safety
- Machine troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- Machinery adjustment
- Effective communication
- Component Manufacturing
- Preventive maintenance
- Process optimization
- Quality control
- Team supervision
- Customer relations
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Precision Engineering
- Blueprint interpretation
- Mechanical aptitude
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Gear Systems
- Continuous improvement
- Parts management
- Diagnostic Testing
- Analytical thinking
- Precision measurement
- Mechanical systems
- Replace components
- Problem-solving
- Equipment calibration
- Interpersonal communication
- Power tools proficiency
- Metalworking
- Blueprint reading
- Safety Lockout Procedures
- Hand and power tools
Suffix
Jr.
Activities
- Lawn Mowing
- Gardening
- Traveling
- Bike riding
- Hiking
Timeline
Fixer/Maintenance Mechanic
Philip Morris USA Inc.
12.2002 - Current
Shop Machinist
Honeywell
01.2000 - 12.2002
Maintenance-Machinist
Carter-Wallace, Inc.
01.1998 - 01.2000
Shop Foreman
Arrow Machine Shop Manufacturing, Inc.
06.1989 - 01.1998
Mechanic
Firestone Auto Stores
01.1989 - 05.1989
Mechanic Apprentice
Parham's Texaco
01.1988 - 12.1988
Pipe Welding - Stick Welding
John Tyler Community College
Bridgeport CNC -
Bridgeport School
Journeyman's Card - Machine Shop Theory, Blueprint Reading, Machine and Technical Drawing, Fundamental Machine Operations, and related Mathematics
Richmond Technical Center
High School Diploma -
Dinwiddie County High School