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Kenneth Ford

Multicraft Maintenance Technician
Newport News,VA

Summary

Dedicated maintenance industry professional with 19 years demonstrated strengths in customer service, time management and trend tracking. Good at troubleshooting mechanical and some electrical problems and building successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written communicator with strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals. Dependable repair professional familiar with industrial machinery. Manage new installations, repairs and preventive maintenance. Keep operations efficient and effective with working equipment. Dependable Maintenance Technician offering [Number] years of building maintenance and repair experience. In-depth knowledge of hand and power tool operations, safety protocols and general maintenance. Superior expertise in carpentry, electrical systems and exterior and interior lighting system repair.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Printpack, Inc.
Newport News, VA
06.2007 - Current
  • Helped machine operators improve performance by demonstrating functions and features
  • Minimized breakage and wear with consistent cleaning and lubrication
  • Tested equipment and diagnosed malfunctions with voltmeters and other testing devices
  • Identified defects by regularly inspecting machinery
  • Met repair needs for thermoformers and plastic extruder operation, keeping adequate supply for expected requirements
  • Diagnosed problems by analyzing testing results, machine error messages, and information obtained from operators
  • Corrected problems independently, including replacing or repairing damaged or worn parts
  • Fixed problems with equipment using troubleshooting and repair abilities
  • Approached and solved work problems with initiative and sound judgement
  • Kept all areas clean, organized and in line with company professional standards
  • Transported items using forklifts and pallet jacks
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and plans.

Multicraft Maintenance Technician

Printpack, Inc.
Newport News, Virginia
06.2007 - 05.2024
  • Repaired or replaced defective components of machinery and equipment.
  • Calibrated instruments used in the manufacturing process according to established standards.
  • Troubleshot, diagnosed, and repaired mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems.
  • Installed new machines and equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
  • Assisted senior technicians in troubleshooting complex issues related to production machinery and systems.
  • Performed scheduled preventative maintenance tasks on various production equipment.
  • Provided technical support to other departments regarding installation and operation of new machinery and equipment.
  • Fabricated necessary spare parts using manual machining processes such as welding, turning and drilling when required.
  • Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
  • Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
  • Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
  • Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
  • Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
  • Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.

Ink Technician

American Inks and Coatings
Suffolk, VA
03.2005 - 04.2007
  • Reviewed work orders to determine print specifications, including quantity, colors, and special instructions
  • Set up each job to match order specifications, including changing press plates and mixing inks
  • Monitored production runs and collected samples to detect issues and verify conformance to standards
  • Managed supply inventory levels, proactively requisitioning or ordering materials to meet project needs
  • Managed inventory restocking, keeping supplies within optimal levels to meet job requirements
  • Examined proofs to verify ink coverage, density, alignment, and registration.

Printing Press Operator

Shorewood Packaging
Newport News, VA
02.1997 - 09.2005
  • Completed high volume orders running rotogravure press daily
  • Checked finished products against order specifications and company quality standards
  • Accomplished daily printing production goals by working quickly, avoiding errors, and quickly managing mechanical or other printing difficulties
  • Maintained equipment function with expert handling of equipment, tools, and components
  • Cleaned equipment following press runs with focus on maintaining ink fountains, and printing unit cylinders
  • Kept printing pressed operating smoothly by monitoring systems and correcting faults
  • Examined proofs to verify ink coverage, density, alignment, and registration
  • Reviewed work orders to determine print specifications, including quantity, colors, and special instructions
  • Set up each job to match order specifications, including changing press cylinders and mixing inks.

Assembly Line Worker

Freightliner
Cleveland, North Carolina
01.1993 - 05.1994
  • Used various machines, measuring devices, and hand tools to accomplish assembly tasks
  • Produced quality work by following manufacturing instructions and customer specifications
  • Minimized errors through effective quality control processes and skilled use of equipment
  • Inventoried tools, parts, and supplies and contacted team leader for replenishment
  • Helped keep line efficient with consistent use of good manufacturing practices
  • Maintained production equipment and machinery
  • Performed quality checks on parts and products
  • Moved heavy loads with equipment such as forklifts and overhead cranes
  • Promoted safety and productivity by keeping work areas clean and organized
  • Determined work assignments and procedures
  • Maintained product quality with visual inspections and physical testing.

Helicopter Crew Chief

United States Army
11.1987 - 05.1992
  • Coordinated upkeep for craft, including parts replacements, regular inspections, and maintenance
  • Handled launch and recovery of AH-64 Attack Helicopters as well as crewed UH-60 Blackhawk Utility Helicopters
  • Managed complex rebuilds involving multiple aircraft systems and functional components
  • Accomplished mission-readiness goals for deployment to gunnery (range activities) while station at Illesheim, Germany
  • Verified onboard equipment operability with pre-, in-flight, and post-flight inspections
  • Repaired and maintained important sensors, computers, and electronic systems vital for operations.

Education

U.S. Army 67R10 AH-64 Attack Helicopter Repairer Course -

07.1988

Associate's Degree Electronics/Computer Technolgy -

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Trend tracking
  • Mechanical problems
  • Electrical problems
  • Building successful solutions
  • Verbal communication
  • Written communication
  • Cultivating positive relationships
  • Exceeding goals
  • Industrial machinery
  • New installations
  • Repairs
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Efficiency
  • Effectiveness
  • Machinery assembly
  • Equipment repair
  • Component replacement
  • Critical thinking
  • Multitasking
  • Microsoft Word
  • Google Drive
  • Industrial Machinery Repair
  • Valve repair
  • Gearbox Maintenance
  • Bearing Replacement
  • Schematic Interpretation
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Electrical Systems Repair
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Repair expertise
  • Team Collaboration
  • Time management abilities
  • Attention to Detail
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Mechanical Systems
  • Safety testing
  • Professionalism
  • Workplace Safety
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Component Replacement
  • Hand and power tools
  • Safety inspection
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Organizational Skills
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Adaptability
  • Analytical Skills
  • Equipment Repair
  • Task Prioritization
  • Welding abilities

Timeline

Multicraft Maintenance Technician

Printpack, Inc.
06.2007 - 05.2024

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Printpack, Inc.
06.2007 - Current

Ink Technician

American Inks and Coatings
03.2005 - 04.2007

Printing Press Operator

Shorewood Packaging
02.1997 - 09.2005

Assembly Line Worker

Freightliner
01.1993 - 05.1994

Helicopter Crew Chief

United States Army
11.1987 - 05.1992

U.S. Army 67R10 AH-64 Attack Helicopter Repairer Course -

Associate's Degree Electronics/Computer Technolgy -

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