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Keith Cochran

EP Engineered Clays / BASF
Collins,USA
22
years of professional experience

Industrious Maintenance Supervisor committed to safety and focused on leading and supporting teams in goal achievement. Offering 25 years of experience monitoring maintenance and operational readiness of diverse equipment. Well-versed in analysis, identification and mitigation of safety hazards. Adept at reducing production downtime through scheduling, inspection and troubleshooting management.

Work History

Plant Manager ( Maintenance ) 12 Locations

7 Months
HCC | 11.2025 - Current

Manage 3 Facility managers across 12 locations . Prioritize projects , hire , training , organize jobs , jobs bids, PM organized , Safety training , purchasing , payroll , organize meetings for staff , insure all operations run smooth .

  • Developed and executed strategic plans to meet organizational goals and objectives.
  • Led cross-functional teams to implement process improvements, enhancing overall productivity.
  • Directed plant operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.

Maintenance Supervisor

12 Years 9 Months
EP Engineered Clays / BASF | 09.2013 - Current
  • Assisted team in completing job tasks quickly and accurately with appropriate use of instruments and tools.
  • Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
  • Implemented improved training procedures to better develop new personnel.
  • Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
  • Contacted vendors to procure equipment and tools to meet organizational demands.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
  • Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.

Production Supervisor

12 Years 9 Months
EP Engineered Clays / BASF | 09.2013 - Current
  • Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
  • Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
  • Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
  • Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue.
  • Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
  • Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
  • Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
  • Decreased inventory and labor hours through strategic process changes.

Terminal Manager

8 Years 9 Months
Kinder Morgan, Inc | 08.2004 - 05.2013
  • Hired, trained and supervised terminal personnel to meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Supervised worker efficiency and rectified issues with performance.
  • Directed and coordinated activities of transport personnel responsible for loading, transporting and offloading of product.
  • Supervised, hired, trained, evaluated and motivated team of operators and managed day-to-day activities of department.
  • Developed strategies to maximize production and reduce costs.
  • Conducted internal program reviews to assess compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Communicated with dispatched personnel and drivers to ensure efficiency.
  • Monitored budget and operating metrics to incorporate improvement processes to increase performance.
  • Facilitated dispatch support to manage emergencies while supporting operational efficiency.
  • Directed day-to-day warehouse activities and set long-term goals.
  • Hired and trained new employees on warehouse safety and company policies.
  • Managed inventories to avoid stock-outs and demurrage.
  • Scheduled employees, deliveries and special needs for Kinder Morgan warehouse.
  • Used database to maintain and oversee company fuel and mobile communications programs.
  • Manage 7 warehouses for storage shipping and receiving

Education

- Jet Mechanic : Jet Engines

USAFNG

Some College (No Degree) - Computer Classes Power Point, Excel, Keyboarding

University of Southern Mississippi | Hattiesburg, MS

Some College (No Degree) - Customer Service

Alcorn State University | Lorman, MS

Skills

Facilities Maintenance
Safety Compliance
Policy and Procedure Writing
Standards Conformance
Decision Making
Corrective Action Implementation
Vendor Relations
Job Prioritizing
Worker Training
Performance Evaluations
Assignment Delegation
Visual Inspection
Schedule Preparation
Accident and Injury Investigation
Personnel Management
Personnel Skill Assessments
Safety Protocols
Time Management
Multitasking and Prioritization
Adaptability and Flexibility

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Honarable Discharge USAF

Timeline

Plant Manager ( Maintenance ) 12 Locations

HCC
11.2025 - CurrentRead More

Maintenance Supervisor

EP Engineered Clays / BASF
09.2013 - CurrentRead More

Production Supervisor

EP Engineered Clays / BASF
09.2013 - CurrentRead More

Terminal Manager

Kinder Morgan, Inc
08.2004 - 05.2013Read More

Alcorn State University

Some College (No Degree) from Customer Service
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University of Southern Mississippi

Some College (No Degree) from Computer Classes Power Point, Excel, Keyboarding
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USAFNG

from Jet Mechanic : Jet Engines
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Keith Cochran