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KEITH YOUNG

LIVINGSTON,California

Summary

Plant operations professional adept at overseeing day-to-day activities and ensuring smooth workflows. Known for strong team collaboration and delivering results with adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in process optimization, safety compliance, and resource management. Valued for problem-solving abilities, leadership, and commitment to operational excellence.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Plant Operations Supervisor

Emanuel Medical Center, Tenet Healthcare
12.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, leveraging their expertise and support in furthering the goals of the plant operations team.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the team, resulting in consistently high performance metrics.
  • Liaised effectively with regulatory agencies during inspections and audits, maintaining positive relationships and compliance status.
  • Reduced downtime for equipment maintenance through proactive scheduling and preventive measures.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews with staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing constructive feedback.
  • Maintained open lines of communication between departments by conducting regular meetings which ensured alignment across all functions in achieving company objectives.
  • Organized routine emergency drills for employees to ensure preparedness in case of incidents or natural disasters at the hospital.

Refrigeration / Building Maintenance Supervisor

Foster Farms
05.2019 - Current
  • Optimized resource allocation by carefully tracking inventory levels of tools, materials, and equipment needed for maintenance tasks.
  • Managed a team of maintenance technicians, providing ongoing training and support to ensure their success.
  • Increased building safety by implementing regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
  • Established strong relationships with vendors, leveraging these connections for priority service when urgent needs arose.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of facility needs, prioritizing projects based on budget constraints and overall impact on the property.
  • Supervised the completion of major renovation projects while adhering to strict deadlines and budgets.
  • Developed and implemented staff recognition programs to motivate and reward employees.

Lead Industrial Refrigeration/Building Maintenance

Americold
04.2014 - 05.2019
  • Performed preventive maintenance on machinery and equipment
  • Troubleshot and repaired mechanical and electrical systems
  • Assisted in the installation of new equipment
  • Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications
  • Conducted preventive maintenance procedures according to established schedules
  • Diagnosed problems using test equipment such as multimeters and power supplies
  • Replace defective components or parts as needed
  • Perform Facility remodels and office remodel projects
  • Worked on Ammonia & Freon refrigeration equipment

Forklift Mechanic

Foster Farms
04.2010 - 04.2014
  • Troubleshooting electrical forklifts and pallet jacks
  • Rebuild pallet jacks
  • Work on day-to-day breakdowns
  • Answer emergency calls for breakdowns inside the production facility
  • Communicate with upper management on status of equipment

Lead Security Guard

Foster Farms
04.2006 - 04.2010
  • Lead a crew of 10 employees
  • Communicate with upper management on emergency situations
  • Daily rounds of the facility verifying gates are secured

Education

INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN -

Modesto Technical College
Modesto, CA
12.2013

Skills

  • Preventive maintenance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Project management
  • Team leadership
  • Energy conservation
  • Safety management
  • Mechanical and electrical systems
  • Hazmat IC
  • HVAC Repair
  • Standard operating procedures
  • Work order management
  • Contractor management

Certification

  • Industrial Refrigeration 1
  • Light Commercial Air Conditioning
  • HVAC
  • Hydraulic Mechanic Technician 1
  • Confined Space Entry
  • Ammonia Line Break Procedures
  • Ammonia Awareness
  • Ammonia Spill Reporting
  • Emergency Response and Emergency Action Plan Training
  • Contractor Safety
  • Ammonia First Aid for Ammonia Exposure
  • FRO & FRA HAZMAT
  • RETA National Conference
  • First Responder Offensive 4-hour Training
  • Industrial Technician 24 hour Hazardous Material Course

Timeline

Plant Operations Supervisor

Emanuel Medical Center, Tenet Healthcare
12.2023 - Current

Refrigeration / Building Maintenance Supervisor

Foster Farms
05.2019 - Current

Lead Industrial Refrigeration/Building Maintenance

Americold
04.2014 - 05.2019

Forklift Mechanic

Foster Farms
04.2010 - 04.2014

Lead Security Guard

Foster Farms
04.2006 - 04.2010

INDUSTRIAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN -

Modesto Technical College
KEITH YOUNG