Randy Shepherd
Avilla,IN
Summary
Skilled Maintenance Technician adept at interpreting blueprints, developing schedules and overseeing team operations. Well-versed in managing workflow and delegating tasks to meet objectives. Offering 6 years of repair and maintenance expertise with proven history or hard work and dependability.
Overview
4
4
Certifications
5
5
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Qualified Maintenance
Flint & Walling
Kendallville, IN
06.2018 - Current
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Followed all work orders and specifications to determine which machines and equipment required replacement, repair or maintenance.
- Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
- Tested electrical continuity and electrical wiring by using Multimeter.
- Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
- Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Investigated and corrected mechanical problems with machinery through out the plant and all departments.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment.
- Finalized work on building systems by completing basic carpentry and other finish work.
- Trained junior maintenance professionals on correct repair and cleaning procedures.
Maintenance Mechanic II
LSC Communications/Courier
Kendallville, IN
09.2015 - 06.2018
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Followed detailed maintenance and operational schedules to complete projects and keep vehicles functioning.
- Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
- Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime.
- Made routine adjustments to machines depending on use and season.
- Created and implemented core maintenance and repair metrics.
- Increased overall lifespan of equipment by following preventative maintenance plans and executing unscheduled repairs.
- Diagnosed malfunctions and troubleshot issues.
- Followed all work orders and specifications to determine which machines and equipment required replacement, repair or maintenance.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Performed preventative and regular maintenance on systems.
- Worked with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance and cleaning schedules.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs effectively.
- Inspected structures, machinery, and equipment to determine failure and causes for concern.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Managed available parts, tools and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability.
- Documented machine irregularities and completed repairs.
Lead Press Operator
LSC Communications/Courier
Kendallville, IN
05.2004 - 09.2015
- Prepared and operated offset printing press for maximum efficiency and production.
- Produced high quality finished printed materials including brochures, flyers, four-color artwork and mailers.
- Successfully completed monthly safety training sessions.
- Multi-tasked to keep all assigned projects running effectively and efficiently.
- Mixed and poured ink and color mixtures into fountains.
- Maintained register during make-ready and productions processes.
- Reviewed completed orders for quality and accuracy.
- Inspected machines and performed repairs.
- Promptly removed completed loads from press.
- Wrote clear and concise work instructions.
- Operated press to achieve highest print quality and productivity with minimal scrap.
- Checked job information at each press to verify that correct ink was delivered.
- Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
- Set up and operated printing press machines.
- Adjusted press during production runs to maintain specific registration and color densities.
- Analyzed daily density readings from each printer to detect potential quality issues.
- Adjusted controls to regulate flow of ink and dampening solution to plate cylinder.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Noble High School
Kendallville, IN 08.1996 - 05.1999
No Degree - Industrial Electronics Technology
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Fort Wayne, IN 08.2018 - 08.2020
Skills
Equipment installation
Safety awareness
Blueprint and schematic understanding
Hand and power tools
Mechanical expertise
Problem solving ability
Organized nature
Troubleshooting skills
Project Management
Service-oriented mindset
Safety and compliance
Documentation
Certification
CMRT - Certified Maintenance and Reliability Technician
Timeline
No Degree - Industrial Electronics Technology
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
08.2018 - 08.2020
Qualified Maintenance
Flint & Walling
06.2018 - Current
Maintenance Mechanic II
LSC Communications/Courier
09.2015 - 06.2018
Lead Press Operator
LSC Communications/Courier
05.2004 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
East Noble High School
08.1996 - 05.1999