Keith Bacon
Newport,MI
Summary
With a proven track record at Guardian Industries, I've adeptly increased efficiency and enhanced safety standards through innovative maintenance planning and strategic asset management. My leadership in coordinating cross-departmental projects and fostering professional development showcases my strong organizational and communication skills. Achievements include significantly reducing downtime and streamlining work processes, demonstrating my commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Maintenance professional skilled in planning, scheduling, and coordinating maintenance activities to ensure optimal equipment performance and minimal downtime. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for flexibility and reliability in adapting to changing needs. Expertise in resource allocation, preventive maintenance, and work order management, coupled with effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Planner
Guardian Industries
Carleton, MI
12.2021 - Current
- Reduced downtime for critical assets by developing and implementing comprehensive maintenance plans.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of spare parts, minimizing delays in repairs.
- Negotiated contracts with external service providers for specialized services when necessary, ensuring quality work at competitive rates.
- Created detailed work orders specifying required tasks, materials, tools, and resources for efficient execution by technicians.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards throughout all aspects of the maintenance planning process.
- Performed root cause analyses on recurring equipment failures, identifying potential solutions to prevent future occurrences.
- Streamlined workflow processes for maintenance teams by monitoring performance metrics and adjusting task priorities accordingly.
- Enhanced asset life cycle with thorough analysis of equipment history, failure modes, and cost factors.
- Coordinated with manufacturing teams to ensure minimal disruption during maintenance activities, optimizing production schedules.
- Increased team efficiency, coordinating cross-departmental collaboration for major maintenance projects.
- Improved safety standards by conducting regular training sessions for maintenance staff on best practices and compliance requirements.
Maintenance Supervisor
Guardian Industries
Carleton, MI
07.2017 - 12.2021
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Supervised 17 employees and scheduled shifts.
- Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
- Facilitated strong communication between maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure seamless coordination during planned outages or emergency situations.
- Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth within the organization.
- Coordinated scheduled shutdowns for major equipment overhauls, minimizing disruption to production schedules while maximizing asset longevity.
- Mentored junior technicians through hands-on training, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing within the maintenance department.
- Fostered a positive work environment that led to high employee morale and retention rates, while consistently meeting performance expectations.
Maintenance Technician
Guardian Industries
Carleton, MI
12.2012 - 07.2017
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- 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.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
Production Worker
Guardian Industries
Carleton, MI
02.2010 - 12.2012
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, contributing to a well-organized work environment for increased productivity.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Packed glass on lower lines.
- Tagged finished product, and assured it was to customer specification.
- Ran cutting system, to cut product according to schedule.
- Department lead for lower lines.
Production Worker
Guardian Industries
Carleton, MI
12.1999 - 02.2010
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Supervised 17 employees and scheduled shifts.
- Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
- Facilitated strong communication between maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure seamless coordination during planned outages or emergency situations.
- Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth within the organization.
- Coordinated scheduled shutdowns for major equipment overhauls, minimizing disruption to production schedules while maximizing asset longevity.
- Mentored junior technicians through hands-on training, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing within the maintenance department.
- Fostered a positive work environment that led to high employee morale and retention rates, while consistently meeting performance expectations.
Education
High School Diploma -
River Rouge High School
River Rouge, MISkills
- Asset management
- Work order preparation
- Work order management
- Maintenance strategies
- Continuous improvement
- Schedule management
- Scheduling techniques
- Procedure writing
- Maintenance planning
- Safety compliance
- Job prioritizing
Timeline
Maintenance Planner
Guardian Industries
12.2021 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
Guardian Industries
07.2017 - 12.2021
Maintenance Technician
Guardian Industries
12.2012 - 07.2017
Production Worker
Guardian Industries
02.2010 - 12.2012
Production Worker
Guardian Industries
12.1999 - 02.2010
High School Diploma -
River Rouge High School