Jonathan Potter
Leblanc,LA
Summary
Adept millwright with extensive experience at Dresser-Rand, showcasing a strong blend of technical precision and safety compliance. Excelled in enhancing equipment reliability and performance, leveraging skills in heavy lifting and equipment installation. Mentored junior staff, achieving significant improvements in maintenance efficiency and safety protocols.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Millwright
Westlake Chemical
03.2008 - Current
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
- Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
- Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
- Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with .002" accuracy.
- Achieved greater precision in machine alignment by utilizing laser technology during installation and repair projects.
- Mentored junior millwrights as they acquired new skills and gained familiarity with complex industrial machinery operations.
Millwright
Dresser-Rand
06.2007 - 03.2008
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
- Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
- Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with .002" accuracy.
Turner Maintenance Millwright at Westlake Petro
Turner Industries LLC
01.2005 - 06.2007
- Conducted regular maintenance on machines to avoid downtime.
- Monitored equipment performance to maximize output and minimize waste.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
- Used technical skills to ensure machinery operated effectively.
- Inspected machinery regularly to identify potential issues early.
Millwright
Dresser-Rand
01.2003 - 03.2005
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
- Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
- Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery.
- Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics for maintenance efficiency, equipment uptime, and safety compliance.
- Reduced downtime for production lines by swiftly diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
- Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with .002" accuracy.
- Achieved greater precision in machine alignment by utilizing laser technology during installation and repair projects.
- Disassembled machinery parts and categorized properly before moving to storage.
- Ensured proper lubrication of moving components by adhering to a strict preventive maintenance schedule based on manufacturer recommendations.
- Reviewed technical documentation such as blueprints, schematics, and manuals to accurately assess equipment conditions or plan for maintenance activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Reeves High School
Reeves, LA05-1995
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Heavy lifting
- Equipment installation
Accomplishments
Was involved with root cause of why the 5 ton block failed on Riverside Overhead crane. and personally inspected it to figure ot the cause.
I laid out the foot print of the new chlorine blower in the Membrane area. for the new foundation to be poured.
Certification
Nccer: Industrial Millwright 3/05, Rigging Fundamentals 6/06, Industrial crane (Drott) 7/23.
Timeline
Millwright
Westlake Chemical
03.2008 - Current
Millwright
Dresser-Rand
06.2007 - 03.2008
Turner Maintenance Millwright at Westlake Petro
Turner Industries LLC
01.2005 - 06.2007
Millwright
Dresser-Rand
01.2003 - 03.2005
Nccer: Industrial Millwright 3/05, Rigging Fundamentals 6/06, Industrial crane (Drott) 7/23.
High School Diploma -
Reeves High School
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