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Michael Hicks

Ashland ,KY

Summary

Driven Maintenance Crew Leader with a proven track record at Cleveland-Cliffs, enhancing equipment reliability and operational efficiency through proactive maintenance and cross-functional collaboration. Skilled in electrical work, including high voltage testing and preventative maintenance, coupled with strong leadership in team development and continuous improvement initiatives. Achieved significant cost reductions and improved team productivity, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving and team management abilities.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Crew Leader

Cleveland-Cliffs
05.2002 - Current
  • Enhanced equipment reliability by implementing proactive maintenance schedules and procedures.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address facility-wide issues and improve operational efficiency.
  • Maintained detailed records of all maintenance activities, facilitating accurate reporting and informed decisionmaking.
  • Implemented energy-saving initiatives within the facility, resulting in reduced operational expenses.
  • Assisted in budget planning for the maintenance department, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for necessary projects and tasks.
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the team, encouraging ongoing professional development among crew members.
  • Developed customized training programs for new hires, expediting their integration into the team.
  • Established an effective inventory management system for maintenance supplies, reducing costs and waste.
  • Evaluated emerging technologies for potential implementation within the facility, making strategic recommendations to enhance overall performance.
  • Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
  • Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
  • Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
  • Managed efficient teams of up to Number employees.
  • Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
  • Rolled out improved training programs for maintenance employees.
  • Developed and implemented employee incentive programs to promote top performance.
  • Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
  • Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
  • Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
  • Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management.
  • Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
  • Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.
  • Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
  • Safeguarded facility safety standards by conducting routine inspections and addressing hazards promptly.

Education

Diploma - General Studies

Boyd County High School, Ashland, KY
05.1988

Skills

Started AK Steel in 2002, in the power repair dept All aspects of electrical work were involved, from breaker repair testing of breakers , breaker knowledge High voltage testing of transformers and switches Ductor, megger, hi pot testing

Wiring and testing motors Preventative maintenance of all plant power

All lighting and general electrical repair and installation

All switchgear control power and understanding how it's works

Extensive safety training for arc flash

Also A/C drives and synchronous motor circuits

For the past 3 years have been a crew leader for overhead cranes Inspection and repair of all mechanical and electrical systems

Timeline

Maintenance Crew Leader - Cleveland-Cliffs
05.2002 - Current
Boyd County High School - Diploma, General Studies

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