Lenard Givens
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Dynamic Plant Technician with a proven track record at Folgers Coffee, enhancing plant efficiency and team morale through innovative problem-solving and effective teamwork. Skilled in plant troubleshooting and fostering safety compliance, I have significantly contributed to continuous improvement initiatives and optimized equipment performance, embodying a commitment to excellence and collaborative growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Technician
Folgers Coffee
04.2021 - Current
- Performed thorough root cause analyses on mechanical failures to implement corrective measures that prevented future occurrences.
- Enhanced team morale and performance by fostering a supportive work environment that valued collaboration, open communication, and professional growth.
- Ensured safety compliance throughout the facility by adhering to industry standards and conducting thorough audits.
- Increased plant efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance routines and optimizing equipment performance.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives within the organization by contributing ideas, participating in workshops, and staying abreast of industry trends related to plant operations best practices.
- Assisted in the development of training materials and procedures to ensure all team members were equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to perform their tasks effectively.
Boiling and Spinning Technician
Domino Sugar
05.2018 - 02.2021
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Optimized system performance thorough testing and analysis.
Truck Driver
Service Transport Inc.
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
Plant Technician
Folgers Coffee
11.2007 - 01.2017
- Ensured safety compliance throughout the facility by adhering to industry standards and conducting thorough audits.
- Improved overall plant productivity with effective scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow management.
- Assisted in the development of training materials and procedures to ensure all team members were equipped with the necessary knowledge and skills to perform their tasks effectively.
- Optimized inventory control procedures by tracking usage patterns and adjusting stock levels accordingly.
Education
Certification in Machine Maintenance -
Nunez Community College
Chalmette, LA08-2019
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy Sr. High School
New Orleans, LA05-2019
Commercial Drivers License - Commercial Drivers License
Coastal Driving Academy
Hammond, LA05-2017
Skills
- Plant troubleshooting
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety procedures
- Confined space entry
- First aid and CPR
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
Certification
- First Aid, CPR and AED Certification - American Red Cross.
- Trained Powered Industrial Truck ( Forklift) Area Work Platform Inspection (AWPI) 10/23
Timeline
Plant Technician
Folgers Coffee
04.2021 - Current
Boiling and Spinning Technician
Domino Sugar
05.2018 - 02.2021
Truck Driver
Service Transport Inc.
05.2017 - 05.2018
Plant Technician
Folgers Coffee
11.2007 - 01.2017
- First Aid, CPR and AED Certification - American Red Cross.
- Trained Powered Industrial Truck ( Forklift) Area Work Platform Inspection (AWPI) 10/23
Certification in Machine Maintenance -
Nunez Community College
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy Sr. High School
Commercial Drivers License - Commercial Drivers License
Coastal Driving Academy
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