Kevin Hooker
US Nitrogen
Bean Station,Tennessee
1
Certification
2027
years of professional experience
An experienced and motivated manufacturing professional with strong emphasis in people management, Safety, and Mechanical Systems. Results-driven and dedicated with wide-ranging experience planning and leading operations and maintenance involving small-to medium-size manufacturing environments. A proven track record devising, evaluating, and implementing continuous process improvements to minimize waste and reduce cost while maximizing quality and yields. Establishing effective quality control and safety programs, encouraging proactive participation across the manufacturing floor.
Work History
Maintenance Manager
- Oversaw maintenance operations to ensure optimal equipment functionality and safety compliance.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance machinery reliability.
- Managed a team of technicians, providing training and mentorship to improve skillsets and efficiency.
- Coordinated scheduling of maintenance activities to minimize operational downtime across facilities.
- Analyzed equipment performance data to identify trends and implement corrective actions proactively.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on projects aimed at upgrading facility systems and processes.
- Established inventory control measures for spare parts, reducing excess stock while ensuring availability.
- Led cross-functional teams in root cause analysis initiatives, driving continuous improvement across maintenance practices.
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
- Increased overall equipment efficiency by conducting thorough assessments of machinery conditions and implementing necessary improvements.
- Led the successful completion of major facility upgrades projects while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
- Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
- Reduced downtime by efficiently overseeing the maintenance team and prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective procurement of parts and services, maintaining strong working relationships.
- Developed detailed maintenance budgets, effectively controlling expenses while ensuring optimal equipment performance.
- Conducted root cause analysis of recurring issues, devising long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
- Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
- Managed a team of technicians, providing guidance and support for skill development and performance improvement.
- Documented inventory of spare parts to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Collaborated with other departments to verify completion of maintenance tasks.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Created and submitted detailed reports to highlight maintenance activities and equipment performance.
Maintenance Engineer
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure operational efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and implemented effective repairs to enhance reliability of machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions, fostering a proactive maintenance approach.
- Developed and maintained preventive maintenance schedules to increase equipment lifespan and performance consistency.
- Trained junior engineers on best practices for equipment maintenance and safety protocols, promoting knowledge sharing.
Maintenance Manager
- Manage all aspects of the facilities Maintenance Program including fleet maintenance and Mechanical integrity programs. Manage a team of three Maintenance Mechanics and two Electricians while following the facilities strict safety protocols and Procedures. Maintain Production efficiencies while coordinating maintenance activities around schedules and timelines.
Maintenance Manager
4 Years- Duties and responsibilities: problem solving; working order prioritizing; assigning job completion reviews as well as inspection; employee reviews at beginning and end of each shift; lean meeting every morning and balancing and maintaining day-to-day budget; evening: holding job turnover meetings; development of maintenance plan and down time percentage reviews. Solve complex problems utilizing standard problem-solving techniques keeping teams focused on making data driven decisions and conclusions. Budget Management (planning, monitoring and control of head count and all other maintenance experiences). Driving improvements in all related manufacturing processes, including those related to products and equipment.
International Nuclear Turbine Repair Lead
13 Years- Machine shop manager with outstanding problem solving skills focused on driving improvements through innovative ideas and methods. CNC programing/vertical machine center. Solid works/Solidcam. Problem solving. Fine motor skills. Trouble shooting specialist. Blue print reading and interpretation. Field Turbine Repair lead SUMMARY Steam Turbine Repair Lead execution of steam turbine repair jobs demonstrating leadership and insuring all repairs are done to MFG specs and in timely manner. Utilized experience and expertise to solve technical & commercial challenges develop and execute objectives for self and others. Lead, coach, and empower team members positively to maximize their potential. Provide technical training to GE Power service to sales.
Valve Repairman and Field Service Lead
5 Years 5 Months- Duties and responsibilities included: on-site lead job assigning; quality control employee reviews; customer plans and detailing meetings. Insure proper repair and installation of section I and VIII safety valves. Tore down inspected various valves used in the power industries. Lapped in seats to ensure leak tight onsite.
Education
Lazer Alignment Specialist - Rotating Equipment
Vibration Analyst Level 3 - Vibration
Switchgear Specialist - Switchgear School
Turbine Specialist - Turbo Engineering
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
High School Diploma - College Prep Courses
Skills
Estimating
Microsoft Project
Scheduling
Budget
Word
Outlook
Maintenance
Auto CAD
CAD
Lean
SolidWorks
Field Service
Lean Manufacturing
Detailing
Facilities Maintenance
Electrical Experience
Document Management
Six Sigma
Budgeting
SAP
5S
Mechanical Knowledge
CNC
Process Improvement
Programmable Logic Controllers
Manufacturing
Mechanical Engineering
ISO 9001
Project Planning
Purchasing
Quality Assurance
Quality Management
Conflict management
Assembly
Materials handling
CMMS
IATF 16949:2016
Boiler
Production Management
Supply Chain
MATLAB
Power tools
Construction
Contractor management
Facilities management
Project management
Negotiation
HR sourcing
Customer service
Root cause analysis
Analysis skills
Certification
- OSHA 30 2008 to Present
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt 2014 to Present
- Confined Space Entry 2005 to Present
- Forklift Certified 2008 to Present
- Scaffolding Inspection 2010 to Present
- National Board Certified for Boiler Inspection 2015 to Present
- National Security Clearance for Nuclear Facilities 2015 to Present
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
Languages
English - Expert
Assessments
General Mechanical Knowledge — Expert December 2019 Understanding and applying mechanical concepts and processes. Full results: Expert Basic Maintenance and Repair — Highly Proficient December 2019 Performing basic repairs and maintenance for apartment complexes, office buildings, and other facilities Full results: Highly Proficient Mechanical Skills: Aptitude — Expert November 2019 Understanding and applying mechanical concepts and processes. Full results: Expert Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
Constellium Rolled Product
01.2014 - 01.2018Read More
International Nuclear Turbine Repair Lead
General Electric
01.2003 - 01.2016Read More
Valve Repairman and Field Service Lead
Precision Pump and Valve
01.1998 - 06.2003Read More
Nitro High School
High School Diploma from College Prep Courses
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Maintenance Manager
US Nitrogen
2023 - CurrentRead More
Maintenance Engineer
SI Group
2021 - 2023Read More
Maintenance Manager
Maxam Energetics, LLC
2018 - 2021Read More
General Electric
Lazer Alignment Specialist from Rotating Equipment
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General Electric
Vibration Analyst Level 3 from Vibration
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General Electric
Switchgear Specialist from Switchgear School
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General Electric Nuclear Turbine School
Turbine Specialist from Turbo Engineering
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West Virginia University
Bachelor of Science from Mechanical Engineering
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