Michael Carroll
Evansville,Indiana
Summary
Accomplished Lead Maintenance Technician with a proven track record at Graham Packaging, enhancing equipment efficiency by over 20% through optimized maintenance processes and innovative cost-saving strategies. Expert in complex problem-solving and team leadership, I excel in operations management and cross-functional teamwork, driving significant improvements in productivity and operational excellence. Skilled Maintenance Technician adept at interpreting blueprints, developing schedules and overseeing team operations. Well-versed in managing workflow and delegating tasks to meet objectives. Offering 23 years of repair and maintenance expertise with proven history or hard work and dependability.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Maintenance Technician
Graham Packaging
10.2008 - Current
- Supervised technicians and assigned responsibilities.
- Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance, and component replacement.
- Increased overall equipment efficiency by optimizing maintenance processes, including prioritization of work orders and inventory management.
- Completed preventive maintenance to maintain production and equipment in accordance with safety protocols and company policy.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations after major breakdowns or incidents to prevent future occurrences.
- Contributed to cost savings initiatives by identifying opportunities for repair instead of replacement, extending the lifespan of critical machinery.
- Assisted in training junior technicians, enhancing their technical skills and fostering a culture of teamwork within the department.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety regulations and ensuring proper use of protective equipment.
- Developed standardized operating procedures for routine maintenance tasks, promoting consistency across all team members and reducing errors.
- Mentored new hires on best practices for equipment maintenance and company procedures, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Conducted energy audits on facility systems, identifying areas for improvement and recommending sustainable solutions that reduced overall energy consumption.
- Supported plant expansions by providing input during design phase on installation requirements for new equipment and utilities.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
Maintenance Technician
GAF Building Materials
06.2001 - 10.2008
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- 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.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety.
- Operated various tools and equipment proficiently while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
- Performed welding tasks as needed for equipment repair or fabrication projects, adhering to strict safety guidelines.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to expand skill set and maintain expertise in the field of industrial maintenance.
- Educated fellow technicians on best practices in industrial maintenance, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Facilitated communication between maintenance teams and plant management, ensuring alignment on priorities and goals.
- Optimized performance of industrial machines by calibrating and fine-tuning mechanical components.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mt. Vernon Senior High
Mt. Vernon, IN05.1993
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Policy Implementation
- Schedule Preparation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Decision-Making
- Team Development
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- Task Delegation
- Employee Coaching and Mentoring
Certification
Completed LOTO Train The Trainer. Completed Forklift Train The Trainer. Completed SAP Training. Completed Mold Maintenance Training
Timeline
Lead Maintenance Technician
Graham Packaging
10.2008 - Current
Maintenance Technician
GAF Building Materials
06.2001 - 10.2008
High School Diploma -
Mt. Vernon Senior High
Completed LOTO Train The Trainer. Completed Forklift Train The Trainer. Completed SAP Training. Completed Mold Maintenance Training
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