Nick Middaugh
121 Charpia Ave, Summerville,South Carolina
Summary
Highly motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Over 20 years mechanical background working in steel mills, aluminum mills, and paper mills all while keeping an impeccable safety record.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vibration Analyst Level 2
WestRock
North Charleston, SC
08.2020 - Current
- Utilize vibration analysis techniques to identify bearing faults and the root causes of the defects, such as misalignment, base bolt looseness, and bent shafts which contribute to machine failure
- Generate work orders to change out faulty bearings and address root causes during planned outages to reduce down time.
- Communicate the priority of bearing fault to an interdisciplinary team.
- Coordinate with maintenance, operations, and engineering to address all root cause indications to prevent future failures, such as required equipment PMs, changing pump process parameters, and component replacement.
- Install, activate and monitor remote wireless sensors on critical equipment allowing "real time" analysis.
Maintenance Mechanic
WestRock
North Charleston, SC
07.2013 - 08.2020
- Install, inspect, maintain, and disassemble industrial machinery.
- Precision alignment of rotating equipment using laser alignment.
- Use of Mig/Stick welding to make repairs as well as the use of cutting torch and plasma arc.
- Ability to read and correctly use micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and depth gauges to acquire precision readings.
- Knowledge and safe operation practices using a variety of heavy equipment.
- Experienced with the safe and proper use of shop equipment that includes pipe threading, drill press, tap and die, as well as hose fitting press for hydraulic and pneumatic hoses.
Maintenance Technician
JW Aluminum
Goose Creek, SC
07.2011 - 07.2013
Millwright
United States Steel Corporation
Ecorse, MI
10.1999 - 07.2011
Supervisor
Integrated Terminals
Woodhaven, MI
03.1997 - 10.1999
Munitions Systems Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
Hampton, VA
03.1993 - 03.1997
Vibration Analyst
Acuren Inspection
Augusta, GA
06.2023 - Present
- Recommended design modifications or upgrades to existing machines based on findings from continuous monitoring activities.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations while conducting tests on hazardous machinery parts located inside a production facility.
- Maintained accurate records of all test results obtained during routine maintenance checks or emergency repairs.
- Investigated excessive noise complaints related to faulty bearings or gears within machines operating at high speeds.
Education
Vibration Analyst ISO Category 2
Technical Associates of Charlotte
Charlotte, NC03.2021
Welding 6G Certification
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI04.2010
Rexroth Hydraulics Tech Training Course (40 Hrs)
Henry Ford College
Dearborn, MI10.2008
Skills
- Analytical Troubleshooting Techniques
- Root Cause Analysis
- Safety Procedures and Protocols
- Detail Oriented
- Strong Interpersonal skills
- Fast Learner
- Proficient in Task Prioritization
- Microsoft Excel and Outlook Experience
Certification
- Radiation Safety 40 Hour Course 5/24
- Level 1 Thermographer Cert 12/23
- FAA Remote Pilot License Part 107 10/23
Timeline
Vibration Analyst
Acuren Inspection
06.2023 - Present
Vibration Analyst Level 2
WestRock
08.2020 - Current
Maintenance Mechanic
WestRock
07.2013 - 08.2020
Maintenance Technician
JW Aluminum
07.2011 - 07.2013
Millwright
United States Steel Corporation
10.1999 - 07.2011
Supervisor
Integrated Terminals
03.1997 - 10.1999
Munitions Systems Specialist
United States Air Force, USAF
03.1993 - 03.1997
Vibration Analyst ISO Category 2
Technical Associates of Charlotte
Welding 6G Certification
Henry Ford College
Rexroth Hydraulics Tech Training Course (40 Hrs)
Henry Ford College
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