Joshua Kinnett
Holland,MI
Summary
Experienced Maintenance Technician with expertise in Mechanical Troubleshooting, Preventive Maintenance, and Safety Awareness. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and leading training sessions for new hires. I am a highly motivated individual with attention to details who can follow processes and procedures with detail and precision.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Technician
Corlett Turner
Zeeland, MI
05.2007 - 12.2009
- Operated and maintained production machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products, identifying defects and implementing corrective actions.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes, improving overall production efficiency.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures, promoting adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored inventory levels of raw materials, coordinating timely replenishments to avoid production delays.
- Conducted Machine set up and changeover to prepare for new materials.
- Ensure the team was prepared with machine crossover to continue production in a timely manner.
- Utilize Hilo to transport and move materials and support production.
Welding Fabricator
Metal Standard
Holland, MI
01.2009 - 08.2013
- Operated MIG welding equipment for high-quality metal fabrication.
- Trained junior fabricators on best practices and efficient use of tools.
- Implemented process improvements, reducing waste and enhancing quality control measures.
- Achieved consistent weld quality through careful preparation of materials and attention to detail during execution.
- Improved welding quality by performing precise cuts, bevels, and welds on various metals.
- Maintained superior craftsmanship standards while working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ensured optimal performance from all tools and equipment through routine inspection, cleaning, and maintenance.
- Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to strict safety guidelines and wearing appropriate protective gear.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute complex projects accurately.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards during all welding operations.
- Collaborated with project teams to optimize workflows and enhance productivity.
Maintenance Technician/ Project Maintenance Lead
Sekisui SPI
Holland, MI
01.2015 - 03.2020
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and performed repairs to minimize downtime.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and repair procedures.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve workflow efficiency in maintenance operations.
- Managed inventory of spare parts and tools to ensure availability for repairs.
- Developed and documented standard operating procedures for maintenance tasks.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Analyzed equipment performance data to identify trends and propose improvements.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
Maintenance Tech 3
L G Energy Solutions
Holland, MI
02.2021 - Current
- Follow procedures to rebuild and inspect machine components while following strict guidelines to adhere to a very important standard to ensure quality production is achieved.
- Currently Training and teaching all new hires procedures and standards.
- Utilizing all required supporting systems to effectively track and log all processes
- Support Production with all machine issues and ensure safe operating conditions at all times while following all Safety procedures.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems to minimize downtime.
- Diagnosed and repaired malfunctions in machinery, enhancing operational efficiency and reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to develop maintenance schedules that improved resource allocation.
- Lead training sessions for junior technicians on safe operating procedures and equipment handling.
- Use trouble shooting-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshoot equipment breakdowns and perform preventive maintenance.
- Follow all safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspect and maintain equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Complete daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully complete complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Contribute to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Complete partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Assist management in developing long-term plans for equipment upgrades and replacements.
- Implement process improvements that reduced maintenance response time and increase productivity levels.
- Developed detailed reports on maintenance activities, contributing to strategic planning and resource management initiatives.
- Utilize various hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Manage inventory of spare parts and tools, ensuring availability for timely repairs and maintenance tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Ottawa
Holland, MISkills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Parts replacement
- Equipment installation
- Equipment Repair
- Tool management
- Hand tools expertise
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Power tools proficiency
- Mechanical expertise
- Maintenance scheduling
- Machine lubrication
- Service-oriented mindset
- Project management
- Reporting and documentation
- Safety-oriented mindset
Timeline
Maintenance Tech 3
L G Energy Solutions
02.2021 - Current
Maintenance Technician/ Project Maintenance Lead
Sekisui SPI
01.2015 - 03.2020
Welding Fabricator
Metal Standard
01.2009 - 08.2013
Production Technician
Corlett Turner
05.2007 - 12.2009
High School Diploma -
West Ottawa