Phillip Searfoss
Waverly
Summary
Dynamic Energy Recovery Unit Specialist with extensive mechanical expertise at PPG Industries, Inc. Proven track record in enhancing plant efficiency through innovative projects and effective troubleshooting. Passionate mentor skilled in advanced welding and preventive maintenance, fostering a culture of safety and productivity while managing contractor relationships and parts inventory.
Overview
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Certification
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Energy Recovery Unit Specialist/Mechanic
PPG Industries, Inc.
Circleville
01.2006 - Current
- Led craft mechanic for mechanical equipment related to boiler, incinerator, environmental equipment, lab equipment, parts inventory, and various projects.
- Designed, constructed, and managed incinerator cooling ring project which provided longevity and plant savings.
- Troubleshot and resolved issues to maintain plant safety, efficiency and productivity.
- Trained new hires in boiler operations, process operations, water treatment, industrial maintenance, pump rebuilds, and shop tool use.
- Managed contractor relationships and external partnerships to ensure timely material availability.
- Obtained high-pressure boiler license to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
Glass Production Team Leader
AGC Automotive
Elizabethtown
01.1989 - 12.2006
- Worked across all areas of glass production including cutting, printing, bending, vinyl laying, trimming, autoclave operation, final inspection, and packaging, ensuring product quality and timely delivery.
- Provided technical support for production processes and customer inquiries, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Trained in robotics and supervised 12 employees, fostering skill development and team collaboration.
Sewer Plant Maintenance Team Leader
City of Elizabethtown
Elizabethtown
01.1988 - 12.1989
- Oversaw daily activities of team to enhance productivity and ensure compliance with company policies.
- Conducted comprehensive maintenance across all equipment to ensure operational reliability.
- Performed preventative maintenance on gas motors, electrical equipment, hydraulics, and pneumatics, ordered parts, and maintained inventory accuracy.
Education
Industrial Electricity -
Ohio University Lancaster
Lancaster01-2008
Digital Electronics -
Ohio University Lancaster
Lancaster01-2008
Diploma -
North Hardin High School
Radcliff, KY01-1982
Skills
- Expert mechanic
- Advanced industrial maintenance
- Boiler gas
- Waste feed
- Industrial electric knowledge
- Mechanical knowledge
- Preventive maintenance
- Fluid systems maintenance
- Equipment repair
- Facilities maintenance
- DeltaV
- Welding techniques
- Mig welding
- Stick welding
- Tig welding
- Plasma cutting
- Oxyacetylene
- Electrical experience
- Instrumentation knowledge
- Heavy equipment operation
- Quality assurance
- Troubleshooting
- Parts inventory and ordering
- Mentoring new employees
- Microsoft Suite
- Fabrication
- Instrumentation knowledge
Certification
Boiler License
Assessments
- Basic mechanical knowledge, Proficient, 07/01/21
- Customer focus & orientation, Proficient, 07/01/21
Accomplishments
- Perfect attendance
Timeline
Energy Recovery Unit Specialist/Mechanic
PPG Industries, Inc.
01.2006 - Current
Glass Production Team Leader
AGC Automotive
01.1989 - 12.2006
Sewer Plant Maintenance Team Leader
City of Elizabethtown
01.1988 - 12.1989
Industrial Electricity -
Ohio University Lancaster
Digital Electronics -
Ohio University Lancaster
Diploma -
North Hardin High School