Marquise Lewis
Hattiesburg,MS
Summary
I am a proactive professional, team player, and safety first.! Over the course of my career, l've developed a skill set directly relevant to the Technician and Maintenance roles. I understand efficiency improvement, performance improvement and project management. I am very hands on. Overall, I have consistently demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking abilities in every aspect of my role(s). Most recently I took upon the task of electro mechanical technician and began to travel the US to various plants. Food manufacturers, paper manufacturing and even lumber. The past two years have really been the learning experience that I’ve been seeking. I now have broad knowledge of machinery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Electro Mechanical Technician
Skillwork
06.2022 - Current
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
- Monitored equipment performance to confirm proper and efficient function.
- Inspected and tested equipment, machinery and components to diagnose issues, recognize defects, and determine appropriate repairs.
- Identified mechanical problems and determined best solutions for correction.
- Followed guidelines while performing maintenance and repairs to prevent work-related injuries.
- Performed troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of Type equipment.
- Read and interpreted technical drawings and schematics to understand equipment design and proper maintenance.
- Implemented preventive maintenance measures to decrease emergent issues.
- Improved machine efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Provided technical assistance during new equipment installations, reducing commissioning timeframes while ensuring proper setup according to manufacturer specifications.
Assistant Production Manager
Sofidel
02.2020 - 06.2022
- Managed daily operations of the production floor, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently.
- Assisted in reducing production costs by streamlining processes and eliminating waste.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged professional growth.
- Successfully managed production activities to achieve on-time shipment of orders.
- Implemented safety protocols, resulting in a decrease in workplace accidents and injuries.
- Enhanced product quality with thorough inspection protocols and timely feedback to the production team.
- Contributed to company growth by delivering quality customer service to foster growth and retention.
- Established position requirements, schedules and production team processes.
- Collaborated with procurement teams to ensure timely delivery of materials needed for ongoing production demands.
- Led quality control initiatives to reduce downtime and boost profits.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams for smoother communication, resulting in fewer errors and delays.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives, leading to greater overall productivity across the organization.
- Overcame obstacles and variables to maintain production efficiency, meet deadlines and achieve high levels of profitability.
- Implemented performance, quality and efficiency measures to achieve aggressive production goals.
- Introduced innovative solutions for equipment maintenance issues, extending the lifespan of critical machinery.
- Conducted regular process audits to identify areas of opportunity for further efficiency gains.
- Verified documentation of process control parameters.
Production Technician
Sofidel
06.2017 - 02.2020
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions quickly to minimize disruptions in production schedules.
- Trained new team members on equipment operation, safety protocols, and company policies, fostering a skilled workforce.
- Assisted in quality control measures by performing routine inspections of products against established standards.
- Performed setup of production equipment to establish optimal performance.
- Performed regular calibration checks on instruments ensuring precision measurements throughout the production process.
- Inspected equipment and systems to identify issues, immediately reporting problems to repair technicians.
- Trained and supervised production personnel to properly use production equipment and apply best practices.
- Maintained accurate records of production data, enabling informed decision-making based on real-time insights.
- Increased workplace safety, conducting thorough hazard assessments and implementing corrective actions.
- Promptly documented and reported all defective equipment and hazardous conditions.
- Lubricated and cleaned parts to perform routine maintenance on production equipment.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Evaluated data from production runs, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement to optimize overall efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring adequate stock of raw materials and consumables for uninterrupted production operations.
Skills
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Installation
- Power Tool Operation
- Machine Operation
- Safety Protocols
- Precision measurement
- Equipment monitoring
- Hydraulic systems
- Schematic reading
- Work Order Interpretation
- Machine setup
- Electrical Systems
- Pneumatic Systems
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Root Cause Analysis
- Efficiency Improvement
Certification
OSHA 10
Lean six sigma yellow belt
Lean manufacturing
5s
Timeline
Industrial Electro Mechanical Technician
Skillwork
06.2022 - Current
Assistant Production Manager
Sofidel
02.2020 - 06.2022
Production Technician
Sofidel
06.2017 - 02.2020
OSHA 10
Lean six sigma yellow belt
Lean manufacturing
5s