Matthew Johnson
Fairbanks,AK
Summary
Skilled in minimizing production downtime via proper scheduling, inspection and troubleshooting of issues. Quality-driven Maintenance Specialist and Supervisor with 22 years experience ensuring optimal upkeep and operational readiness of a wide range of systems and equipment, with 8 years experience in Supervisor roles. Committed to safety and efficiency with focus on providing teams with the support and leadership to achieve goals. Experienced in analysis, identification and elimination of safety hazards.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic Relief Shift Supervisor
Kinross Gold
06.2021 - Current
- Apply strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain 12-man team efficiently and organize workflows.
- Maintain clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Monitor workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Evaluate employee performance, coach and train to improve weak areas.
- Maintain compliance with company policies, objectives, and communication goals.
- Lead through action.
- Mentor newly hired employees on operating equipment, safety, and developed training manual to use for reference.
- Conduct routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
- Maintain overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Kinross Gold
04.2019 - 06.2021
- Produced comprehensive service records of daily maintenance and repair tasks for mine logs.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs
- Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic and electrical systems to maintain equipment function.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions utilizing diagnostic tools and technical manuals.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations
- Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines and systems through regular diagnostic checks
- Perform repairs and diagnostics within required budget time
Relief Shift Supervisor
Newmont Gold
06.2015 - 04.2019
- Maintained high standards of efficiency and safety to ensure proper analysis and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management.
- Observed and adhered to all guidelines, specifications and detailed instructions to meet strict operational and maintenance regulations.
- Supervised 12 employees by coaching, on daily duties and delegating tasks.
- Employed best maintenance and safety practices with minimal complaints, incidents or lost-time accidents.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
Heavy Machinery Mechanic
Anglo Gold/Newmont Gold
08.2013 - 06.2015
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find root causes
- Produced comprehensive service records of all maintenance and repair tasks
- Documented operator issues in computer system for tracking purposes
- Ordered repair parts, ensured requests for parts were executed in a timely manner
- Diagnosed, repaired mechanical issues on mine equipment from large to light duty machinery
General Shop Foreman
Fed-ex
07.2010 - 08.2013
- Was responsible for the maintenance of 75 over the road semi-trucks, and 150 trailers
- Provided training, coaching and support of staff members, resulting in elevated individual performance to boosted service standards
- Oversaw maintenance and repair of shop equipment
- Managed resources, materials, systems maintenance, regulatory compliance, schematics implementation and proper documentation of orders, operations, schedules and evaluations
- Monitored inventory and reported items to be restocked for each job
- Accurately completed service reports and warranty forms
- Maintained documentation for areas such as orders, activities, schedules and employee performance
- Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities
- Accurately estimated time and materials costs for projects
- Supported technicians in equipment maintenance and repair
- Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment
Mechanic
Hanson International
03.2008 - 07.2010
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find root causes
- Repaired wiring, welding, equipment, and machinery
- Attended monthly safety meetings to ensure shop safety
- Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions
- Prepared and administered preventative maintenance work orders
Mechanic
Swisher Diesel
05.2001 - 07.2010
- Mechanic for many years learning under an ASE Master Mechanic
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on diesel, and gas vehicles
- Produced comprehensive service records of all maintenance and repair tasks
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems
Education
Applied Science - Diesel And Automotive Technologies
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, CO2007
Skills
- Fleet management
- Preventive maintenance
- Performance Improvement Strategies
- Quality assurance controls
- Training and support
- Equipment diagnostics and repairs knowledge
- Record keeping and Parts ordering
- Excellent work ethic
- Goal-oriented
- Inspections proficiency
- Operations Management
- Exceptional communication skills
- MSHA Compliant and Certified
Additional Information
- I have had numerous leadership training courses. I have overseen shops, running a tight shift with high expectations for my teams, the willingness and drive to jump in to help meet, and exceed those goals.
Timeline
Mechanic Relief Shift Supervisor
Kinross Gold
06.2021 - Current
Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Kinross Gold
04.2019 - 06.2021
Relief Shift Supervisor
Newmont Gold
06.2015 - 04.2019
Heavy Machinery Mechanic
Anglo Gold/Newmont Gold
08.2013 - 06.2015
General Shop Foreman
Fed-ex
07.2010 - 08.2013
Mechanic
Hanson International
03.2008 - 07.2010
Mechanic
Swisher Diesel
05.2001 - 07.2010
Applied Science - Diesel And Automotive Technologies
Colorado Mesa University
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