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Kory Canter

Summary

Results-Driven Maintenance Planner/Scheduler

Accomplished professional with expertise in SAP/CMMS, project management, and preventive maintenance planning. Adept at optimizing maintenance operations and enhancing system efficiencies through strategic planning and implementation. Proven track record in budget control, administrative management, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. Skilled in delivering comprehensive training programs and driving continuous improvement. Seeking a challenging role to leverage my skills and contribute to organizational success and operational excellence.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Planner/Scheduler

Smithfield Foods
04.2023 - Current
  • Managed a $5 million annual budget, ensuring cost efficiency and financial accuracy.
  • Supervised a team of four and oversaw a $2.7 million storeroom, optimizing inventory and reducing costs.
  • Acted as Maintenance Planner for a 45-person, 24/7 food manufacturing plant, scheduling maintenance to achieve 70% workload per shift.
  • Coordinated with vendors, saving $450,000 annually through inventory and stock reconciliation.
  • Approved purchase requests, managed parts inventory, and improved work order completion by 25%.
  • Enhanced plant KPIs by 30% through process optimization and leadership.
  • Secured three cost-effective painting projects and developed detailed project plans.
  • Implemented a computer program to streamline stock searches and reduce downtime.
  • Managed acquisition and administration of 42 equipment pieces valued at $25 million, and created 168 new maintenance plans.
  • Introduced a preventive maintenance program, reducing equipment failures by 15% and unplanned downtime by 20%.
  • Conducted all maintenance activities in SAP/CMMS, ensuring compliance with standards.

Air Traffic Control (ATC) Maintenance Manager

United States Army
04.2015 - 03.2023
  • Utilized SAP/CMMS for strategic planning and execution, resulting in top-rated service schedules and peak equipment performance.
  • Developed an SOP for maintenance procedures, achieving zero safety incidents through enhanced safety protocols.
  • Certified and audited payroll for 15+ employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Created a five-year budget tracker, enhancing financial oversight and strategic planning.
  • Upgraded equipment at four out of five remote communication sites, boosting operational effectiveness.
  • Managed a $2 million equipment account with effective financial oversight.
  • Balanced budget constraints with repair parts availability, ensuring cost-effective maintenance.
  • Maintained detailed training records for System Maintenance Technicians.
  • Optimized staffing levels by calculating manpower needs for projects and maintenance using SAP/CMMS.
  • Established a training program with an FAA facility for ATC System Maintenance Technicians.
  • Implemented standardized procedures within FORSCOM, improving operational consistency.
  • Oversaw maintenance of five ATC systems valued at $18.5 million, ensuring high operational standards.

Diesel Mechanic

United States Army
04.2013 - 04.2015
  • Performed both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on a variety of equipment under challenging conditions while deployed to Afghanistan, demonstrating resilience and technical expertise.
  • Solely managed the maintenance for a fleet of 27 trucks, showcasing adaptability and multitasking abilities to ensure operational readiness in a high-pressure environment.
  • Led the logistical management of transferring 30 trucks and trailers, including creating and submitting necessary paperwork, ensuring smooth transitions and compliance with operational requirements.

Skills

  • Systems, Applications & Products (SAP)
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Employee Supervision
  • Communication Skills
  • Performance Under Pressure
  • Maintenance Planning and Scheduling
  • Preventive Maintenance Program Implementation
  • Equipment Reliability Improvement
  • Vendor Management and Procurement
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Cross-functional Collaboration
  • Safety Compliance
  • Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Accomplishments

Divestment Initiative: Spearheaded the divestment of a remote communication site, achieving annual cost savings of $15,000. This initiative contributed to cost-efficiency goals, allowing for financial reallocation and enhanced operational effectiveness.


Role Alignment: Aligned the addition of a Maintenance Technician role with the needs of the maintenance program, ensuring a responsive and well-balanced team to address maintenance requirements promptly.


Five-Year Spending Plan: Developed a comprehensive five-year spending plan for a $380,000 budget, ensuring effective resource allocation. This plan minimized equipment downtime and ensured uninterrupted operations through proactive financial management.


RF Installation: Led the strategic planning and execution of installing radio frequency (RF) cables and antennas at remote communication sites, achieving optimal tracking of aircraft and ensuring reliable communication capabilities.


Security Protocol Integration: Collaborated with South Korean Military security experts to align security protocols at remote radio communication sites, improving cohesion and establishing a strong foundation for secure joint operations.


Expansion Initiative: Initiated and oversaw the development of an additional remote radio communication site, expanding coverage in critical airspace. This expansion enhanced communication and tracking capabilities in vital airspace areas.

Timeline

Maintenance Planner/Scheduler

Smithfield Foods
04.2023 - Current

Air Traffic Control (ATC) Maintenance Manager

United States Army
04.2015 - 03.2023

Diesel Mechanic

United States Army
04.2013 - 04.2015

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