Mark Reynolds
Summary
Industrious Maintenance Mechanic looking to build upon skills and tackle new responsibilities. Skilled at inspecting machinery and structures for any damages, defects or malfunctions. Proficient in performing predictive, preventive maintenance and emergency maintenance services.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Lubrication Tech /UE Specialist
I-CARE Reliability Inc.
Clinton, IA
11.2021 - Current
- RCA & Defect Elimination
- Maintenance Strategies Development
- Reliability Improvement Projects
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Asset Condition Report
- Management of Change (MoC)
- Oil Sample Analysis (SOS)
- Non-Destructive Tests (NDT) – Ultrasound & MPI
- IBM/Maximo CMMS User
- Analyzed test results to detect issues and track root causes.
- Wrote technical reports on test and analysis results and presented findings to Leadership and Clients
- Interpreted clients' needs and introduced services to fit specific requirements
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work
Industrial Lubrication Technician
Shermco Industries Inc.
Clinton, IA
05.2017 - 11.2021
- Scheduled machinery downtime for maintenance and repair with close reference to production schedules in consultation with manufacturing management and operators.
- Wrote, maintained and distributed standards for predictive and preventive maintenance for industrial machines and equipment.
- Inspected equipment to identify and coordinate scheduled maintenance, repair or replacement needs.
- Pinpointed and stocked special tools and parts kits needed for maintenance of specific machines so scheduled work began without delay.
- Researched maintenance planning trends and practices and implemented modern techniques in maximizing plant and machinery uptime.
- Arranged for specialized maintenance and repair personnel availability according to established schedules.
- Analyzed upcoming production schedules in light of availability and working condition of plant equipment and reported pressing needs to management.
- Cut parts inventories by stocking only most needed parts in realistic quantities based on research of past machine performance and vendor data.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Coordinated efficient maintenance schedules to keep systems running at peak levels.
- Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
Engine Mechanic and Team Lead Large Wheel Loaders
Caterpillar
Montgomery, IL
09.2010 - 05.2017
- Improved technical abilities by pursuing training and practical learning opportunities.
- Worked with other engineers to respond to requests for product improvements and quality concerns.
- Assisted team members with new product implementation and manufacturing process changes.
- Wrote and filed necessary documents to assist team leaders with efficient organization.
- Gathered and modeled information for use by project leaders
- Performed engineering change processes to support and improve existing products.
- 5S Improvement Project
- Maintenance Parts Stores Building Renovations (Twice)
- Spare parts inventory cataloging and min/max set up
- Used specialized tools and equipment to diagnose and repair issues with diesel engines
Mechanic
Dekane Implement- Case IH- Kubota Dealer
Big Rock, IL
05.2004 - 09.2010
- Basic electrical troubleshooting
- Calibrated and updated electrical systems to improve performance.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
- Researched parts availability and pricing to stay on par with competitors and offer best services.
- Utilized computerized diagnostic equipment to conduct thorough inspections and determine outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing training to stay up to date with advancements in automotive technology.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Calculated costs of materials and labor to prepare detailed repair estimates.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
Education
High School Diploma -
Earlville High School
Earlville, ILFarm Ag Mechanic Certificate - Farm Ag Mechanic
Indian Valley Vocational Center
Sandwich, ILSkills
- Root Cause Analysis
- Maximo/CMMS Programs
- Data Analysis
- Maintenance Strategies Write Up
- Condition Monitoring
- Defect Elimination/BDA Meetings
- Project Management
- Planning
- Supervision
- Problem-Solving
- Documentation and Reporting
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Parts Procurement
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Current Good Manufacturing Practices (CGMP)
Certification
- MLT I & II - International Council for Machinery Lubrication - Certification 7/31/23
- UE I & II - UE Systems, Inc. Ultrasound Training - Certification 12/19/22
- Kohler Expert Mechanic - Certification 6/06
Timeline
Lead Lubrication Tech /UE Specialist
I-CARE Reliability Inc.
11.2021 - Current
Industrial Lubrication Technician
Shermco Industries Inc.
05.2017 - 11.2021
Engine Mechanic and Team Lead Large Wheel Loaders
Caterpillar
09.2010 - 05.2017
Mechanic
Dekane Implement- Case IH- Kubota Dealer
05.2004 - 09.2010
High School Diploma -
Earlville High School
Farm Ag Mechanic Certificate - Farm Ag Mechanic
Indian Valley Vocational Center