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John Whitacre

Waverly

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in project management and community education, notably at Momentive Performance Materials. Proven track record in coordinating complex maintenance projects and enhancing safety performance. Skilled in data management and fostering customer relationships, ensuring operational excellence and team collaboration. Committed to driving results and continuous improvement.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

Maint Planner/Scheduling Coordinator

Momentive Performance Materials
01.2022 - 12.2024

Planned and scheduled work utilizing SAP


Planned and executed routine inspection and PSM inspections


Managed and coordinated contractor labor and capital projects


Heavily involved in safety performance and auditing

Instructor

Washington County Career Center
09.2022 - 10.2024

Instructed students enrolled in Industrial Maintenance course at WCCC, I developed and delivered a curriculum on precision measurement and machining as part of the overall program

Planner/Supervisor

Westlake Chemical
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.


  • Identified potential risks, implementing mitigation plans to minimize impact on project timelines.
  • Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.

Mechanic/Supervisor/Maintenance Coordinator/

DuPont
01.1994 - 05.2020
  • Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
  • Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions in vessel inspection and PSM inspections
  • Promoted workplace safety as active memeber of safety team and directing reports and contractors .
  • Oversaw the Boiler annual Boiler overhaul program Requisitioned materials and supplies such as tools, equipment and replacement parts.

Machinist/Millwright

Elkhart Brass Mfg
01.1988 - 01.1994
  • Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
  • Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
  • Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
  • Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.

Sales Associate

Devols Cycle Center
03.1984 - 01.1988
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Education

No Degree - General

West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV

Skills

  • Project management
  • Data management
  • Customer focus
  • Community education

Timeline

Instructor

Washington County Career Center
09.2022 - 10.2024

Maint Planner/Scheduling Coordinator

Momentive Performance Materials
01.2022 - 12.2024

Planner/Supervisor

Westlake Chemical
08.2021 - 12.2021

Mechanic/Supervisor/Maintenance Coordinator/

DuPont
01.1994 - 05.2020

Machinist/Millwright

Elkhart Brass Mfg
01.1988 - 01.1994

Sales Associate

Devols Cycle Center
03.1984 - 01.1988

No Degree - General

West Virginia University
John Whitacre