Phillip Reese
West Helena,Arkansas
Summary
Results-driven Extrusion Operator Trainer with expertise in equipment operation and safety compliance. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency through process improvements and team collaboration.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Extrusion Operator Trainer
Doughboy Pools
West Helena, Arkansas
01.2015 - Current
- Operated extrusion machinery to produce high-quality pool components.
- Monitored production processes to ensure adherence to safety standards.
- Adjusted machine settings for optimal material flow and consistency.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to prevent downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot production issues.
- Documented production data for quality control and reporting purposes.
- Trained new operators on equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency in production.
Chief Maintenance Engineer
Courtyard by Marriott
Hapeville, GA
02.2008 - 01.2015
- Supervised daily maintenance operations for hotel facilities and equipment.
- Coordinated with vendors for timely repairs and service contracts.
- Managed inventory of maintenance supplies and tools to support operations.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify repair needs and prioritize tasks.
- Ensured compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations at the property.
- Investigated issues reported by personnel regarding malfunctioning machines and equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of all work performed as well as materials used for each project.
Fire Sprinkler Fitter
Security Fire Protection
Memphis, TN
03.1996 - 12.2007
- Installed fire sprinkler systems according to specifications and safety standards.
- Collaborated with construction teams to ensure proper system integration.
- Conducted regular inspections and maintenance on existing sprinkler systems.
- Trained junior fitters on installation techniques and safety protocols.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate installations.
- Responded promptly to service calls for system repairs and troubleshooting.
- Ensured compliance with local fire codes and regulations during installations.
- Maintained inventory of tools, parts, and equipment for operational efficiency.
- Installed fire sprinkler systems in commercial and residential buildings according to blueprints and specifications.
- Repaired existing fire sprinkler systems by replacing defective components, such as pipes, valves, nozzles, heads, and fittings.
- Inspected existing fire sprinkler systems for compliance with NFPA standards.
- Tested newly installed fire sprinkler systems for proper operation and water flow.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues about project progress and any changes needed along the way.
- Conducted site surveys to determine the most effective locations for installing fire sprinklers.
- Assisted with the layout of new fire sprinkler systems using measuring instruments such as levels, plumb bobs, tape measures, squares.
Education
High School Diploma -
Frayser High School
Memphis05-1978
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Machinery maintenance
- Quality assurance
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Forklift certified
- Tool maintenance
- Leadership qualities
- Forklift operations
- Precision measurement
- Punctuality
- Recipe reading
- Equipment controls
- Stress tolerance
- Extruder operation
- Hand-eye coordination
- Blueprint reading
- Decision-making
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Work order processing
Timeline
Extrusion Operator Trainer
Doughboy Pools
01.2015 - Current
Chief Maintenance Engineer
Courtyard by Marriott
02.2008 - 01.2015
Fire Sprinkler Fitter
Security Fire Protection
03.1996 - 12.2007
High School Diploma -
Frayser High School