Larry Smith
Fayette,OH
Summary
Results-driven Industrial Maintenance Technician with a proven track record at Eagle Machine, specializing in mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance planning. Enhanced equipment efficiency through strategic upgrades and training initiatives, fostering a culture of safety and collaboration. Adept at using hand and power tools, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills to minimize downtime and optimize operations along with hands-on experience in troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining complex machinery and systems. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving operational efficiency. Reliable, adaptable, and skilled in diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and safety protocols. Known for excellent mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Eagle Machine
04.1997 - Current
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on industrial machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Conducted routine maintenance inspections to identify potential equipment failures proactively.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and equipment operation best practices.
- Implemented preventative maintenance schedules, reducing machine downtime significantly.
- Led initiatives for equipment upgrades, resulting in enhanced productivity and reduced operational costs.
- Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety.
- Operated various tools and equipment proficiently while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
- Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.
- Performed welding tasks as needed for equipment repair or fabrication projects, adhering to strict safety guidelines.
- Dismantled electrical machinery to replace faulty switches and electrical and mechanical system elements.
- Enhanced equipment efficiency by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Reduced machine downtime by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Conducted thorough diagnostic tests to identify root causes of malfunctions, enabling effective solutions.
- Inspected and tested electrical equipment, diagnosing malfunctioning apparatus.
- Assisted in the installation and commissioning of new equipment, ensuring smooth integration into existing systems.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to expand skill set and maintain expertise in the field of industrial maintenance.
- Educated fellow technicians on best practices in industrial maintenance, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Improved production output with timely repairs and adjustments to machinery.
- Implemented preventative maintenance programs that minimized unexpected breakdowns and prolonged equipment life span.
- Adhered to safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria to maximize preventive controls.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline maintenance processes and improve overall productivity.
- Facilitated communication between maintenance teams and plant management, ensuring alignment on priorities and goals.
- Increased workplace safety by ensuring proper functioning of all equipment and systems.
- Assessed risks associated with various machinery operations, informing proper safety protocols.
- 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.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Replaced worn or defective parts and adjusted settings to improve performance.
- Used hand and power tools to repair and maintain industrial machinery.
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections to identify and address mechanical issues.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on heavy equipment, such as lubrication, checking fluids and replacing worn parts.
- Observed and tested operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions using voltmeters or other testing devices.
- Installed, calibrated and tested new or repaired parts and equipment.
- Cleaned, lubricated and calibrated machinery components to maintain peak operating performance.
- Read and interpreted schematics, diagrams and blueprints to follow specifications in maintaining industrial machinery.
- Analyzed blueprints and manufacturer instructions to take apart and reassemble machinery for maintenance and component replacements.
- Leveraged hand tools and measuring devices to assemble electrical and electronic systems and prototypes according to engineering data.
- Developed standard operating procedures for maintenance tasks, improving consistency across operations.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance and longevity.
Machinist
Wauseon Machine
03.1992 - 08.1997
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate part fabrication.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Adapted to frequently changing priorities in a dynamic manufacturing environment, ensuring timely completion of all assignments.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings and schematics to determine parts dimensions.
- Demonstrated flexibility in working with various materials, including metals, plastics, and composites, to produce high-quality machined components.
- Used CNC and manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
- Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Assisted in training new machinists on company procedures, best practices, and safe operation of equipment.
- Optimized tooling performance through regular inspection, cleaning, sharpening or replacing worn tools as needed.
- Achieved tight tolerances by carefully calibrating machines before beginning each job.
- Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Maintained detailed records of completed jobs, tracking materials used and time spent on each project for accurate billing purposes.
- Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Enhanced production efficiency by setting up, adjusting, and operating various machines according to specifications.
- Reduced waste and increased material utilization with precise measurement and cutting techniques.
- Suggested new methods of machining that resulted in better product quality with reduced production time.
- Maximized machine uptime by efficiently scheduling jobs based on priority level and resource availability.
- Contributed to project planning, estimating timelines and material requirements for upcoming projects.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to refine product designs for manufacturability.
- Supported cost-efficiency efforts, identifying and implementing ways to reduce operational expenses.
- Delivered complex projects on time, managing multiple machining tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Adapted to rapidly changing production needs, quickly learning new machining techniques and technologies.
- Minimized material waste, calculating optimal cutting paths and material usage in advance.
- Customized machining techniques to meet unique project specifications, ensuring client satisfaction.
- Optimized tool usage, selecting appropriate cutting tools for different materials and tasks.
- Mastered various machining operations, including milling, drilling, and turning, to expand production capabilities.
- Achieved consistent quality, performing detailed final inspections and adjustments on completed parts.
- Streamlined production processes, setting up machinery and tools before each project.
- Fostered safer workplace by adhering to and promoting strict safety protocols and guidelines.
- Repaired and maintained machine tools, fixtures and other production equipment.
- Used various precision measuring instruments to check workpiece accuracy.
- Operated CNC and manual lathes, mills and drill presses to produce precision machined components.
- Inspected and measured machined parts for conformance to specified tolerances.
- Established machining parameters and test runs for new parts and components.
- Developed jigs, fixtures and tooling to meet production requirements.
- Calibrated and aligned machine components for proper functioning.
- Studied sample parts, blueprints or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.
- Collaborated with engineers and other machinists to develop optimal machining processes.
- Researched and identified new machining technologies and techniques.
- Ensured accurate measurements for tool making with the use of micrometers, calipers, and other precision measuring instruments.
- Utilized expertise in materials science when selecting appropriate raw materials for tool making, optimizing performance, and durability in various applications.
- Consistently met deadlines for project completion through effective time management and organizational skills.
- Developed new project tooling to meet exact tolerances.
- Improved production efficiency by maintaining and repairing precision tooling components.
- Reduced downtime and increased productivity by promptly troubleshooting and resolving technical issues in the manufacturing process.
- Seamlessly interacted with quality control team ensuring adherence to specifications and contributing to a reduction in the number of rejected products.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing current processes and suggesting enhancements for greater efficiency.
- Collaborated with engineers to design, build, and test new tools for better performance in various applications.
- Kept track of material and supply inventories.
- Inspected final products for quality and functionality.
- Monitored production and made improvements for quality and productivity.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper tool making techniques, resulting in a more skilled workforce.
- Managed proper storage, handling, and labeling of hazardous materials.
- Streamlined processes through the development of custom jigs, fixtures, and templates for easier production tasks.
- Assembled, maintained, and operated drill presses to drill holes in products throughout assembly.
- Assessed need and resourcefully designed jigs, fixtures, and templates to aid in production efficiency.
- Trimmed blocks and blanks to outlined dimensions with rules, hand saws, and power shears.
- Polished and refined tool surfaces, both flat and contoured using abrasive stones, power grinders, and emery cloths.
- Coordinated and planned operation sequences based on blueprint and model schematics.
- Selected specific metals and other materials for tools depending on heat tolerance and durability, according to tool functions.
- Maintained pyrometer, replacing parts when necessary and setting controls to proper settings for heat treatment of products made of specific materials.
- Created blueprints for new tool designs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gorham Fayette
Fayette, OH05.1994
Skills
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Conveyor system maintenance
- Welding techniques
- Industrial robotics
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Hydraulic systems
- Equipment installation
- Blueprint and schematics
- Power and hand tool use
- Journey-level background
Accomplishments
While working in maintenance at eagle I have had the opportunity to rebuild and maintain various machines used for machining rotors for the automotive industry which required very tight tolerances. But for the past five years I worked closely with the engineering department building machines, conveyors and tooling from ground up. Much of my work I have documented and can provide for reference.
The 92 credit hours from Northwest State Community Collage cover three or four certificates offered at the collage in the industrial maintenance field. The school is currently working on putting my certificates together based on my transcripts. I currently have a Journeyman's card as an Industrial Maintenance Technician as well.
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Eagle Machine
04.1997 - Current
Machinist
Wauseon Machine
03.1992 - 08.1997
High School Diploma -
Gorham Fayette