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Johnathon Griffin

Maintenance
Garland,NC

Summary

Experienced and safety-oriented electrical and mechanical technician with a strong attention to detail. Proven track record of troubleshooting, analyzing, and problem solving in previous roles. Thrives in collaborative environments and maintains a safe workplace. Seeking to join your crew as an industrial electrical or mechanical technician.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Smithfield Packing
Tar Heel, NC
01.2022 - Current
  • Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
  • Conducted electrical repairs on motors, lighting systems, and other related components.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
  • Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
  • Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
  • Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
  • Provided technical support to production staff for machine troubleshooting needs.
  • Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
  • Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
  • Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
  • Followed established safety procedures when operating heavy machinery.
  • Worked closely with engineering team to develop innovative solutions for existing problems.

Automotive Technician

Cross Roads Auto
Roseboro, NC
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Completed service orders, detailing required work and parts.
  • Diagnosed and repaired engine, transmission, electrical, steering, suspension, and brake system problems.
  • Adhered to OSHA safety regulations and company-established requirements for PPE.
  • Replaced worn belts, hoses, and refilled fluids.
  • Verified secure installation and proper function of systems and components.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems using specialized computer software and diagnostic tools.
  • Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.

Lift Truck Operator

J&J Snack Foods
Holly Ridge, NC
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Used safety procedures to take supplies and equipment to workers.
  • Inspected equipment daily, completed routine upkeep, and notified supervisors of major repair needs.
  • Improved transportation by palletizing small boxes for faster lifting.
  • Eliminated waste from work areas through frequent collection.
  • Met continuous demands in a fast-paced environment by quickly picking up and moving loads.
  • Documented accurate weights and production data into the database.

General Warehouse Laborer

B&B Pecan Processors
Turkey, NC
09.2020 - 11.2020
  • Prepared 5+ shipments per day, picking and securely packing merchandise.
  • Helped with logistics, offering feedback on plans, and handling diverse needs.
  • Kept workspaces, equipment, and vehicles clean and well-maintained.
  • Managed merchandise movements by correctly locating, documenting, and distributing stock.
  • Maintained adequate stock levels for expected demands, keeping product organized and rotated.
  • Assisted with accurate recordkeeping by reporting damaged and incorrect products.
  • Quality-controlled shipments, inspecting paperwork and products for conformance with specifications.
  • Read orders to ascertain catalog numbers, sizes, and quantities of merchandise.
  • Moved heavy loads with pallet jacks, hand carts, and reach trucks.

Automotive Technician

Garland Tire and Auto
Garland, NC
03.2020 - 09.2020
  • Diagnosed and repaired engine, transmission, electrical, steering, suspension, and brake system problems.
  • Adhered to OSHA safety regulations and company-established requirements for PPE.
  • Protected safety and longevity of shop equipment, monitoring inventory, and performing preventive maintenance.
  • Verified secure installation and proper function of systems and components.
  • Replaced worn belts and hoses, and refilled fluids.
  • Communicated diagnosis, labor requirements, and cost estimates for automotive maintenance and repair work.
  • Repaired and serviced air conditioning, heating, engine cooling, and electrical systems.
  • Completed frequent basic repairs on different makes and models, servicing brakes, charging air compressors, and changing engine oil.
  • Corrected electrical faults by tracing problems and rewiring systems to bypass worn or damaged parts.

Fabricator

MNC Metal Designs
Holly Ridge, NC
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Reviewed project specifications and schematics to determine parts and materials required for each task.
  • Inspected finished metal pieces for quality and conformance to project blueprints.
  • Used band saws, circular saws, and grinders to cut and grind metal for all fabrication products.
  • Operated sanders, grinders, saws, and drill presses to create necessary parts.
  • Adhered to strict safety measures to prevent on-the-job injuries and mishaps.
  • Used MIG and TIG welding to fabricate and repair all metal structures.
  • Set up jobs accurately based on specific work orders, accurately interpreting blueprints and schematics.
  • Verified quality of finished work with visual inspections and control checks.
  • Controlled buildup of discarded items and kept areas organized, with regular attention to housekeeping requirements.

General Laborer

B&D Utilities
Leland, NC
09.2018 - 04.2019
  • Supported construction operations with trench digging, concrete mixing, and installation.
  • Helped to promote safe construction operations by observing company safety regulations and OSHA requirements.
  • Shoveled cement and other materials into portable cement mixers to mix, pour, and spread concrete.
  • Located underground utilities and eliminated potential hazards prior to digging.
  • Operated diverse hand and power tools to support clearing and installing drain lines.
  • Reported incidents and hazardous conditions to appropriate supervisors.
  • Assisted with clean-up, final touches, and other site finish work.
  • Assisted with taking necessary project materials and tools to the job site.
  • Transferred crew, equipment, and supplies to job sites using company vehicles.
  • Operated excavators, skid steers, and dump trucks, adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
  • Prepared sites by removing materials, leveling ground, and digging trenches.
  • Measured and marked site boundaries and openings to reduce hazards around the worksite.
  • Achieved desired finishes in poured cement or concrete with correct use of trowels and other tools.

Machine Operator

Rheinfelden America's
Clinton, NC
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • Coordinated preventive maintenance and repair actions to maximize machine uptime.
  • Returned low-quality work for recycling or disposal to meet quality assurance standards.
  • Interfaced with leadership to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals.
  • Leveraged advanced knowledge of individual machines and processes to back up team members.
  • Adjusted and maintained machines to prevent malfunctions.
  • Implemented changes to support strong quality control and maintain specifications.
  • Adhered to proper procedures and donned protective gear to avoid safety risks.
  • Maintained a clean work area to foster optimal safety and production.
  • Adjusted to changing work orders and production requirements to produce high-quality results.
  • Followed documented processes to comply with standardized work orders.
  • Read and understood the production orders to complete accurate work and minimize wasted resources.
  • Removed imperfections and altered final dimensions to finish products within specified tolerances.
  • Moved heavy loads with forklifts, overhead cranes, and hand trucks.
  • Prepared for production runs by breaking down, assembling, and calibrating equipment.
  • Resolved defects by correcting products and removing substandard items from the line.
  • Quality controlled the finished products with regular inspections and non-destructive tests.
  • Set up, calibrated, and continuously adjusted production equipment to achieve the desired production speed and material flow.

Electrician Helper

Barton McKinnon Electrical
Newton Grove, NC
05.2016 - 06.2017
  • Assisted electricians in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and components.
  • Conducted basic tests on electrical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Installed outlets, switches, and circuit breakers according to code specifications.
  • Used hand tools such as screwdrivers and pliers to install wiring or conduit.
  • Organized materials for jobsites and transported them to work areas.
  • Identified faulty wiring connections and replaced them with new ones.
  • Set up ladders and scaffolding when needed to access hard-to-reach places.
  • Followed safety procedures while working around high voltage electricity sources.
  • Pulled wires through conduits or other passageways using a wire puller tool.

Forklift Operator

Sager Creek
Turkey, NC
10.2015 - 04.2016
  • Selected orders from itemized slot picking tickets to load forklifts with specified products.
  • Moved supplies into position and transported completed products to support fast-paced production work.
  • Followed company safety requirements and OSHA regulations to minimize hazards.
  • Studied production schedule to determine material requirements, movements, and deliveries.
  • Assisted with recordkeeping and documentation of production weights, times, and quality results.
  • Transported items using forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • Met continuous demands in a fast-paced environment by quickly picking up and moving loads.

Mechanic

Tarts Tree Service
Wallace, NC
01.2014 - 10.2015
  • Determined repair needs and system issues based on service records and industry expertise.
  • Handled repair work on mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems of diverse vehicles.
  • Repaired small engine equipment, independently diagnosing and fixing problems.
  • Performed oil changes, tune-ups, and alignments.
  • Installed, repaired, and serviced air conditioning components like compressors, condensers, and controls.
  • Repaired radiator leaks.
  • Improved drivability with skilled repairs of individual components and systems.
  • Repaired, relined, replaced, and adjusted brakes.
  • Repaired and serviced air conditioning, heating, engine cooling, and electrical systems.
  • Improved brake system performance with routine maintenance and advanced services.
  • Performed basic services on diverse vehicles, changing oil, tuning up engines, and lubricating high-friction parts.
  • Completed frequent basic repairs on different makes and models, servicing brakes, charging air compressors, and changing engine oil.
  • Repaired, overhauled, and adjusted automobile brake systems.
  • Replaced defective mufflers and tailpipes.
  • Repaired or rebuilt clutch systems.

General laborer

RSC Engennering
Hampstead, NC
03.2013 - 07.2013
  • Loaded and unloaded materials, machinery, and tools to be distributed according to project plans.
  • Helped to promote safe construction operations by observing company safety regulations and OSHA requirements.
  • Operated diverse hand and power tools to support tasks.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks, and kept supplies moving for crew members.
  • Transferred crew, equipment, and supplies to job sites using company vehicles.
  • Assisted with clean-up, final touches, and other site finish work.
  • Assisted with taking necessary project materials and tools to the job site.
  • Minimized delays with well-organized supplies and open team communication.

Pallet Jack Operator

Smithfield Packing
Clinton, NC
11.2012 - 01.2013
  • Minimized wasted material by carefully measuring and cutting pieces.
  • Inspected machinery daily and handled routine upkeep.
  • Ran automated palletizing equipment to control movements of containers and finished pallets.
  • Removed defective packages from the palletizing line and redirected them to secondary processing stations.
  • Transferred completed pallets to storage and delivery locations, based on orders.
  • Prevented dangerous shifting or product damage by stacking pallets with care and following safety guidelines.
  • Met continuous demands in a fast-paced environment by quickly picking up and moving loads.
  • Documented accurate weights and production data into the Software program
  • Avoided unnecessary safety risks, protecting team members from hazardous conditions.

Education

GED -

Tarheel Challenge Academy
Salemburg, NC
12-2006

Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Service Excellence

Nascar Technical Institute
Mooresville, NC

Skills

  • Scheduled maintenance
  • Routine maintenance
  • Wheel alignment
  • Engine tuning
  • Specifications
  • Verification
  • Package shipments
  • Operate machinery
  • Task prioritization
  • Recordkeeping
  • Vehicle realignment
  • Parts replacement
  • Transmission repair
  • Brake repair
  • Production quality control
  • Organize supplies
  • Materials inspection
  • Microsoft Word
  • Time management
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Performance optimization
  • System testing
  • Repair equipment
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Mechanical expertise
  • Safety awareness
  • Lighting Systems
  • Conveyor Systems
  • Pneumatic Systems
  • Inspect parts
  • Template reading
  • Multitasking
  • Quality assurance
  • Documentation
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Equipment Repair
  • Hand and power tools
  • Heat exchangers
  • Blueprint and schematic understanding

References

References available upon request.

Work Availability

monday
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Accomplishments

  • Repeatedly commended for working in a safe, efficient, and accurate manner.
  • Brought about better working conditions through designing, installing and implementing a new electronic controlled pneumatic system.
  • Saved company money in new system costs by maintaining plumbing and mechanical systems in top working order.
  • Improved efficiency of pneumatic grading system by installing new components.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursPaid time offHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programs401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Power Point

Languages

English
Native language

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Smithfield Packing
01.2022 - Current

Automotive Technician

Cross Roads Auto
08.2021 - 03.2022

Lift Truck Operator

J&J Snack Foods
01.2021 - 07.2021

General Warehouse Laborer

B&B Pecan Processors
09.2020 - 11.2020

Automotive Technician

Garland Tire and Auto
03.2020 - 09.2020

Fabricator

MNC Metal Designs
08.2019 - 03.2020

General Laborer

B&D Utilities
09.2018 - 04.2019

Machine Operator

Rheinfelden America's
07.2017 - 07.2018

Electrician Helper

Barton McKinnon Electrical
05.2016 - 06.2017

Forklift Operator

Sager Creek
10.2015 - 04.2016

Mechanic

Tarts Tree Service
01.2014 - 10.2015

General laborer

RSC Engennering
03.2013 - 07.2013

Pallet Jack Operator

Smithfield Packing
11.2012 - 01.2013

GED -

Tarheel Challenge Academy

Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Service Excellence

Nascar Technical Institute

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