JOSHUA P. WILFONG
Emporia,Kansas
Summary
Certificate in Industrial Engineering. Proficient in diverse areas of maintenance, computer software management and maintenance SAP super user. Maintain excellent communication, time management, and problem resolution skills. Extensive experience with electrical wiring (Residential and Commercial), welding, safety, and meeting OSHA requirements.
Resourceful Coordinator possessing outstanding prioritization, multitasking and planning abilities to juggle responsibilities. Systematic and methodical professional offering 10 years of hands-on experience handling various tasks regarding maintenance and tasks in a hands on environment. Commended and recognized for meticulous work ethic and management abilities.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Manager
Fanestil Meats
Emporia , Ks
10.2024 - Current
- Provided technical support in case of system malfunctions or breakdowns.
- Reviewed completed work orders to ensure quality control measures are followed.
- Established a system to track inventory of spare parts, tools and supplies.
- Recommended upgrades or modifications to existing systems based on analysis of data.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Assigned duties to workers according to their skillsets.
- Prepared reports detailing the status of all jobs being handled by the department.
- Coordinated with vendors to purchase replacement parts as needed.
- Drafted budgets for maintenance operations and monitored expenditures.
- Developed preventive maintenance procedures for all machines used in production.
- Performed troubleshooting on malfunctioning systems when necessary.
- Supervised installation, repair and upkeep of machinery and mechanical equipment.
Reliability Engineer
Upfield New Century
Olathe, KS
10.2021 - Current
- In charge of the day-to-day tasks overseeing the maintenance teams and maintenance supervisors providing a direct line of support
- Handling all onsite contractors and co-vendors
- As well as installation of new equipment and assisting with maintaining proper equipment function.
- Sap super user for maintenance functions, including establishing new equipment, functional locations, bom creation, maintaining proper PM creation and establishing MRP with parts for new and existing equipment.
PLC Programming Instructor
Flint Hills Technical College
Emporia, KS
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
- Conquered challenges of working with highly diverse student population to attain exceptional student achievement.
- Assessed student progress through tests and quizzes in order to evaluate understanding of course material.
- Monitored student behavior in order to maintain an effective teaching environment.
- Employed variety of teaching styles to respond to needs of diverse learners.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Encouraged students' critical thinking skills by facilitating classroom discussions.
Maintenance Supervisor
Upfield New Century
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Supervise a team of fourteen through day-to-day activities, troubleshooting various types of machines and equipment from facilities maintenance to PLC robotic controllers.
Electronic Engineer
Upfield New Century
01.2021 - 07.2021
- General requirements include working on and maintaining equipment operations, ensuring that electrical failure of equipment is accurately diagnosed for efficient repair, machine troubleshooting, Preventive maintenance, assisting operations to maintain company goals and expectations
- Driving to motivate team members in PM completion, while adhering to company GMP’s and safety guidelines
- Leading by example, being self-motivated, and keeping a positive work environment.
Operations Technician 111
Hill’s Pet Nutrition
Emporia , ks
01.2011 - 01.2021
- General requirements include, maintaining various equipment, machine troubleshooting, autonomous maintenance, preventative maintenance, and inventory management
- Daily requirements include working closely with engineering, to make sure I lead my team to meet production goals, while enforcing plant GMP’
- This is accomplished by utilizing SAP, teamwork, good leadership and communication skills, and the ability to set up and monitor required machinery to ensure the success of my team, while driving continuous improvement, with the use of kaizen events, fishbone diagrams, and 5 Y’s.
- Implemented process improvements that increased productivity by 20%.
- Managed inventory levels of components used during operations.
- Developed strategies to optimize resource utilization across the organization.
interior analyst
American Eagle Distribution Center
Ottawa , ks
01.2006 - 01.2011
- While working with American Eagle I was tasked with learning multiple job functions
- These functions included loading and unloading trucks, interior auditing, and assisting with various maintenance roles, assisting with new DC shipping and receiving start up,” Ottawa
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- These tasks were accomplished through time management, organizational skills and a wide knowledge base of the process, along with understanding company needs and expectations out of me and from my team.
- Implemented strategies for automating organizational processes.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements across the organization.
- Maintained accurate records of all data collected during analysis processes.
Education
Certificate in Industrial Engineering -
Flint Hills Technical College
05.2018
High School Diploma -
Marais de Cygnes High School
01.2006
Skills
- Software and Skills:
- SAP, PLC Programing (RSLogic/Linx, Allen-Bradley, InTouch software)
- Microsoft Office
- CPR Certification, Forklift Certification, General Contractor
- Information Collection
- Contract Management
- Resource Allocation
- Recordkeeping
- Administrative Leadership
- Team Oversight
- Point of Contact
- SAP Super User for plant maintenance including but not limited to establishing MRP, creation of functional equipment, equipment BOMs and pm processes
References
References upon request.
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
Fanestil Meats
10.2024 - Current
PLC Programming Instructor
Flint Hills Technical College
07.2023 - 01.2025
Reliability Engineer
Upfield New Century
10.2021 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
Upfield New Century
07.2021 - 10.2021
Electronic Engineer
Upfield New Century
01.2021 - 07.2021
Operations Technician 111
Hill’s Pet Nutrition
01.2011 - 01.2021
interior analyst
American Eagle Distribution Center
01.2006 - 01.2011
Certificate in Industrial Engineering -
Flint Hills Technical College
High School Diploma -
Marais de Cygnes High School