Patrick Williams
Industrial maintenance
Muscatine,IA
Summary
Dynamic Industrial Maintenance Mechanic with a proven track record at SMS Group, excelling in troubleshooting and enhancing machinery reliability. Skilled in creative problem-solving and team building, I implement innovative maintenance strategies that reduce downtime, and increase quality in order to uphold the integrity and reputation of the company I represent, ensuring safety and efficiency in operations while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
SMS Group
10.2018 - 05.2025
- Attended monthly safety training, studied safety protocols for best practices in industrial maintenance environments.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues on production equipment.
- Operated hand tools, pneumatic tools, electric tools, hydraulically actuated tools and other machinery to complete maintenance tasks efficiently
- Supported routine inspections and preventative maintenance efforts on machinery such as over head cranes, jib cranes, fork lifts, hydraulic units and customer owned steel casting equipment
- Documented maintenance activities and equipment conditions accurately for employer and customer records.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies and tools used in industrial settings.
- Engaged in continuous learning of hydraulic systems, lubrication systems, drive systems, bearings, tubing / hose systems and their maintenance procedures for improved efficiency.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory of spare parts and tools, minimizing delays due to lack of necessary resources for repairs.
- Calibrated and adjusted machinery for operational consistency.
- Completed welding projects using MIG/TIG techniques to fabricate brackets or make structural repairs as needed during machine overhauls.
- Performed routine inspections and regularly lubricated machinery.
- Operation of hoists, cranes, torches, hydraulic wrenches, presses/actuators and power tools to disassemble devices and remove defective parts for inspection, repair and replacement.
- Maintained accurate and concise records of all maintenance activities performed, providing valuable data for future planning.
- Decreased system leaks and cavitation by inspecting hydraulic manifolds, lines, flare fittings, and seals replacing worn components as needed to improving overall equipment performance and life span
- Collaborated with engineering team to implement new equipment installations and modifications, ensuring proper alignment and functionality.
- Reduced downtime with proactive monitoring of equipment performance and scheduling routine maintenance tasks.
- Educated colleagues on routine preventive maintenance techniques and monitoring compliance.
- Performed root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures and inefficiencies, implementing corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Prioritization of employee safety by adhering to the enforcement of OSHA regulations and company policies within the workplace.
- Enhanced production efficiency by troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical issues in a timely manner.
- Performed upgrades on existing machinery to meet evolving industry standards and increase operational efficiency.
- Improved equipment reliability by conducting regular inspections and preventive maintenance on industrial machinery.
- Ensured high-quality fabrication processes by calibrating precision instruments such as gauges, scales, and micrometers regularly.
- Utilized troubleshooting tools and schematics to identify parts needing repair.
- Provided technical guidance to junior maintenance technicians, fostering a positive work environment in the effort to boost employee moral and skill development.
- Researched and implemented facility and equipment upgrades.
- Developed detailed maintenance schedules for optimal machine performance, maximizing productivity while minimizing costs.
- Read blueprints and schematic drawings of machinery to determine appropriate procedures and necessary supplies.
- Performed root-cause analysis on defective components, disassembling them to identify issues and completing necessary repairs.
- Measured parts with rulers, calipers and micrometers to determine changes in dimensional requirements.
- Supported continuous improvement initiatives through the identification and implementation of process improvements for increased efficiency.
- Implemented preventative measures against potential hazards including electrical fires or chemical spills through diligent inspection routines.
- Increased team productivity, leading and training junior mechanics in best practices and safety protocols.
- Enhanced team collaboration, organizing regular meetings to discuss maintenance challenges and solutions.
- Streamlined maintenance procedures, creating comprehensive maintenance schedules and logs.
- Elevated maintenance standards, introducing new technologies and techniques for equipment care.
- Streamlined inventory management for maintenance supplies, reducing waste and ensuring availability of critical components.
- Ensured machinery operated at peak efficiency by conducting regular preventative maintenance and diagnostics.
- Achieved significant improvement in machinery reliability through meticulous overhaul and refurbishment projects.
- Improved machinery lifespan with detailed routine checks and necessary adjustments.
- Enhanced safety compliance, meticulously adhering to OSHA guidelines during all maintenance activities.
- Reduced downtime by swiftly diagnosing and repairing mechanical faults in production equipment.
- Customized machinery to meet specific production needs, ensuring optimal performance and output quality.
- Minimized repair times by maintaining organized inventory of essential spare parts and tools.
- Boosted production efficiency, implementing upgrades and modifications to machinery as required.
- Facilitated seamless production processes by promptly responding to emergency breakdowns.
- Improved workplace safety, conducting regular inspections and addressing hazards before incidents occurred.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on heavy equipment, such as lubrication, checking fluids and replacing worn parts.
- Used hand and power tools to repair and maintain industrial machinery.
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections to identify and address mechanical issues.
- Replaced worn or defective parts and adjusted settings to improve performance.
- Diagnosed equipment issues by analyzing error messages and testing results.
- Cleaned, lubricated and calibrated machinery components to maintain peak operating performance.
- Read and interpreted schematics, diagrams and blueprints to follow specifications in maintaining industrial machinery.
- Analyzed blueprints and manufacturer instructions to disassemble and reassemble machinery for maintenance and component replacements.
- Operation of heavy machinery such as front end loaders, skid steers and fork trucks.
Education
Peoria Highschool
Peoria, AZ2009
Skills
*team building and communication
* Creative problem solving
*Innovative concepts drawing and design
*Integrity
*Hyper competitive
*Safety, quality and efficiency focused
Accomplishments
- Designed, manually fabricated and installed new hydraulic, lubrication and cooling systems of industrial machinery
- Design, fabrication and implementation of fixtures to promote safe performance of duties and increase overall efficiency in the workplace
- Thorough study of newly designed machinery and identification of critical engineering flaw within cooling system design. Corrective action taken by redesign and installation of new cooling system.
- Creation of plumbing system routing map/documents for standardization of work process and parts needed
- Standard operating procedures created for the fabrication and installation of plumbing systems
- Standard operating procedures created for roller and machined surface alignments
- Standard operating procedures created for bearing and roller inspection, disassembly and assembly
- Restructuring the Bill Of Materials (BOM) to include sections/categories specific to each job faze including only parts and quantities needed for routine replacement. As well as separate sections or categories specific to each job faze which includes parts and quantities that are only replaced under specific circumstances.
- Restructuring of work performance logs to reflect our order of operations, increasing efficiency and decreasing employees frustrations attempting to clock in and out of specific tasks.
Certification
- Arkansas Steelmaking Academy certificate of hydraulics training
- TPC Training 307/ certification in Hydraulics, authorized by IACET
- TPC Training 346/ certificate in Tubing and Hose System Maintenance. Authorized by IACET
- TPC Training 341/ certificate in Mechanical Drive Maintenance. Authorized by IACET
- TPC Training 304/ certificate in Bearings. Authorized by IACET
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic
SMS Group
10.2018 - 05.2025
Peoria Highschool
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