Lee Richard
ST AUGUSTINE,FL
Summary
Experienced production mechanic with over 10 years of experience in textiles and soap. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reliable employee seeking maintenance mechanic position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Mechanic
The Original Bradford Soap Works
05.2014 - 07.2022
- Examined parts for defects such as breakage or excessive wear.
- Cleaned, lubricated and calibrated machinery components to maintain peak operating performance.
- Determined sources of problems resulting in machinery malfunction, utilizing evaluation instruments and visual and auditory observation to troubleshoot defective equipment.
- Observed and tested operation of machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions using voltmeters or other testing devices.
- Diagnosed equipment issues by analyzing error messages and testing results.
- Maintained operability and safety of soap presses machinery and equipment by performing monthly inspections and preventive maintenance.
Maintenance Technician
Victor Innovative Textiles
09.2007 - 04.2014
- 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.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- 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.
Critical Care Weaver
Quaker Fabrics
09.1993 - 07.2007
- Examined looms to determine causes of loom stoppage such as warp filling, harness breaks or mechanical defects.
- Operated machines for test runs to fine-tune adjustments and obtain product samples.
- Studied guides, loom patterns, samples and specification sheets to determine machine setup requirements.
- Inspected woven cloth to detect weaving defects.
- Observed woven cloth to detect weaving defects.
- Loaded knitters or creels with specific yarn based specifications laid out by production sheets and client orders.
- Set up and calibrated equipment for exact yarn and product needs to maintain efficient, accurate runs and high customer satisfaction.
- Monitored equipment during use to promote successful operations by completing real-time adjustments and enhancements.
- Inspected products to meet specifications and determine needed machine adjustments.
Education
Accounting
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MAHigh School Diploma -
Diman Regional Technical Vocational High School
Fall River, MA06.1992
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Basic Tools
- Safety Meetings
- Cleaning Schedules
- Detailed Documentation
- Learning Strategies
- Creative Solutions
- Productivity Improvements
- Corrective Actions
- Job Specifications
- Mass Production
- Daily Logs
- Production Standards
Timeline
Production Mechanic
The Original Bradford Soap Works
05.2014 - 07.2022
Maintenance Technician
Victor Innovative Textiles
09.2007 - 04.2014
Critical Care Weaver
Quaker Fabrics
09.1993 - 07.2007
Accounting
Bristol Community College
High School Diploma -
Diman Regional Technical Vocational High School
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