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outdoorsman ,fishing hunting firearms. crafting, building with metal and lumber
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Michael Potter

Meredosia,IL

Summary

Adept at mechanical troubleshooting and fostering team collaboration, I significantly enhanced productivity and equipment efficiency at Westermeyer Industries. Expertise in diagnostic testing and exceptional people skills have consistently improved processes and team performance.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cobot Lead Technician/robotics Programmer/trainer

Westermeyer Industries
06.2021 - Current
  • Planned, scheduled, and delegated daily work to team of employees.
  • Recognized as a top performer among peers due to outstanding productivity levels and commitment to excellence.
  • Conducted quality inspections of completed work, ensuring compliance with established standards and specifications.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Mentored junior technicians in programming, maintenance, repair duties.
  • Optimized workflow for enhanced productivity by streamlining processes and providing technical guidance to team members.
  • Tracked equipment and inventory, maintaining prescribed levels for technical equipment and supplies.
  • Improved equipment efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and implementing upgrades.

Tank Cleaner/Vessel Tester/Tig Welder/Painter's Helper

Westermeyer Industries
05.2015 - Current
  • Assisted in training new employees on best practices for efficient and effective tank cleaning methods.
  • Maximized equipment lifespan with regular maintenance checks and timely repairs when needed.
  • Achieved optimal results in challenging situations through creative problem-solving skills applied during complex projects involving multiple tanks or difficult access points.
  • Enhanced team morale through positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to support colleagues as needed.
  • Conducted regular inspections of tanks before and after cleaning, ensuring they met industry standards.
  • Improved tank cleanliness by implementing efficient cleaning processes and utilizing appropriate tools.
    • Assembledembled tanks to there specifications according to there blue prints.Pressureressure test vessel?tanks to there appropriate test pressures . verify no leaks.fix leaks in accordance to weld repair standards and proceduresweld subassemblies according to blue print specificationsfix and repair by weld procedures all damaged or leaking tanks that didn't pass pressure testing or were improperly built on the assembly floorgeneral problem solving for floor supervisors in the plant

Pallet Repair

Dot Foods Inc.
06.2012 - 05.2015
  • Assisted in training new employees on company procedures, safety protocols, and best practices for pallet repair.
  • Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on industry trends and best practices for pallet repair techniques.
  • Improved pallet repair efficiency by implementing new repair techniques and tools.
  • Oversaw maintenance tasks such as equipment repair schedules or facility upkeep initiatives so that they didn''t interfere with daily service.
    • Operatedated fork trucks and other machinery to load an organize the warehouse or storage trailers

Education

High School Diploma -

Meredosia Chambersburg
Meredosia, IL
05.2012

Skills

  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Testing and repair
  • Safety Compliance
  • System Maintenance
  • People skills interacting with different variety's of personality's and character traits to achieve a goal
  • Handyman skills
  • Ability to think on the fly for solutions
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Quality Control
  • Tech-Savvy
  • Relationship Building
  • Written/Verbal Communication
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Team Training
  • Customer Service

Certification

A.S.M.E certified in pneumatic pressure testing , tig welding, robotic welding procedure

outdoorsman ,fishing hunting firearms. crafting, building with metal and lumber

my hobbies include freelancing for common handyman repair/property cleanup and haul away tasks. 

 building and crafting metal and/or wood signs , shelves, crafts, furniture,decks or other projects. im an avid hunter and fisherman . i am a firearms collector an avid sportsman of shooting sports

Timeline

Cobot Lead Technician/robotics Programmer/trainer

Westermeyer Industries
06.2021 - Current

Tank Cleaner/Vessel Tester/Tig Welder/Painter's Helper

Westermeyer Industries
05.2015 - Current

Pallet Repair

Dot Foods Inc.
06.2012 - 05.2015

High School Diploma -

Meredosia Chambersburg

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