Keith Hender
Reworld Projects LLC.
PHILA,PA
1
Certification
32
years of professional experience
Dedicated maintenance millwright with expertise in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and machinery alignment. Proven track record in enhancing safety compliance and team collaboration to drive operational efficiency. I am currently the co-chair of the employee run safety committee and was a Special Government Employee with OSHA for 15 years.
Work History
Maintenance Millwright
22 Years 5 Months- Collaborated with team members to complete complex repair projects within tight deadlines.
- Trained junior millwrights on safety protocols and best practices for equipment handling.
- Resolved technical challenges by developing innovative solutions that enhanced productivity.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to extend equipment lifespan and reduce failures.
- Led initiatives to streamline maintenance workflows, resulting in improved team performance.
- Coordinated with management to prioritize repairs based on operational needs and safety standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to strict housekeeping standards and promoting a culture of safety within the maintenance department.
- Delivered timely emergency repairs to minimize production disruptions, swiftly identifying issues and implementing solutions.
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Assisted in root cause analysis investigations following equipment malfunctions, aiding in the identification of corrective actions to prevent future incidents.
- Enhanced workplace safety with thorough inspections and adhering to strict safety protocols during repairs.
- Upgraded outdated machinery components to improve reliability, extending the lifespan of essential equipment.
- Streamlined repair processes by developing detailed troubleshooting guides for various equipment types.
- Coordinated with vendors for parts procurement, ensuring the availability of necessary components for ongoing maintenance needs.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
- Created durable and long-lasting structures to withstand industrial environment demands.
- Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with [Number]% accuracy.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Disassembled machinery parts and categorized properly before moving to storage.
- Documented repairs and maintenance activities to create reports for management.
- Positioned steel beams to support bedplates of machines and equipment using blueprints and schematic drawings.
Maintenance Mechanic Welder
1 Year 1 Month- Diagnosed mechanical issues in machinery to ensure optimal performance and reduce downtime.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance on equipment, enhancing reliability and extending service life.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot and repair complex mechanical systems efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and maintenance activities to support compliance and operational efficiency.
- Rebuild install and repair all process pumps.
- Rigging and pipefitting.
Maintenance Technician Welder
1 Year 1 Month- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Troubleshot equipment failures and implemented effective solutions to minimize downtime.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks according to established schedules and protocols.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory levels of tools and replacement parts for efficient operations.
- Documented maintenance activities and reported findings to management for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow processes and enhance overall productivity.
- Implemented safety measures and adhered to compliance standards, ensuring a safe work environment for all staff.
- 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.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
Lead Mechanic
7 Years 8 Months- Oversaw maintenance and repair of fleet vehicles, ensuring operational efficiency and safety compliance.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and developed effective solutions to minimize downtime.
- Trained junior mechanics on best practices for vehicle repair and maintenance techniques.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment longevity and performance.
- Ran outages in paper mills and bakeries with up to 25 mechanics under my supervision.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Machinery alignment
Lockout and tagout procedures
Gearbox maintenance
Bearing replacement
Lubrication techniques
Rigging techniques
Pump maintenance
Hydraulic systems
Tool repair and maintenance
Scheduling maintenance
Pneumatic systems
Crane operation
Machinery transporting
Structural welding
Seal replacement
Fusing and cutting
Machine repair
Hoisting equipment
Machinery maintenance
Preventive Maintenance
Power tool operation
Power tools operation
Certification
*Scaffold Building and Inspection
*Sling and Rigging inspection
Timeline
Maintenance Millwright
Reworld Projects LLC.
03.2004 - CurrentRead More
Maintenance Mechanic Welder
Newman and Company
02.2003 - 03.2004Read More
Maintenance Technician Welder
Smurfitt Stone
01.2002 - 02.2003Read More
Lead Mechanic
Rhoads Industries
05.1994 - 01.2002Read More
Richlands High School
High School Diploma
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VPP Achievement Award 2013
I received this award for my commitment to health and safety at my plant and in the field with OSHA on VPP onsite inspections. I was also mentoring a facility that I had previously worked at to achieve VPP status.