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Richard LaFree

Bargersville,IN

Summary

Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior MG-Engineering Services

CVS
Indianapolis, IN
07.2022 - Current
  • Prepared, checked and coordinated documentation to support component design and application.
  • Provided technical leadership for company to effectively steer strategic plans and future projects.
  • Evaluated existing procedures and made proactive adjustments to meet changing demands.
  • Presented project information and status updates to customers and fielded concerns.

Maintenance Manger

CVS Health
Indianapolis, IN
04.2019 - Current
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
  • Rolled out improved training programs for maintenance employees.
  • Established and implemented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues and reducing downtime 40%.
  • Planned partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Implemented scheduled maintenance, retooling production status sheets and driving multiple tasks to achieve scheduling effectiveness.
  • Investigated and corrected mechanical problems with machinery such as conveyors, automation, scissor lifts, boom lifts, Rolling stock, trucks, trailers, and much more.
  • Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
  • Contributed to development, implementation and execution of maintenance programs.
  • Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.

Regional Maintenance Manager

Dayton Freight Lines Inc.
Greenwood, IN
04.2018 - 04.2019
  • Recruited and retained top talent, with focus on completing timely performance evaluations, providing positive feedback and rewarding superior performance
  • Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets,
  • Controlled costs by effectively negotiating with vendors
  • Reported to over 300 drivers, 6 managers, 12 supervisors, and 60 technicians.
  • Managed maintenance performance and safety
  • Implemented improved training programs for maintenance employees
  • Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards.

Director of Maintenance

Fastenal Company
Indianapolis, IN
01.2008 - 06.2018
  • Promoted to Director of Maintenance , continued previous responsibilities with just less hands on
  • Reported to 125 plus employees & 250 drivers
  • Helped Fleet Customer Support & Logistics Division Managers to ensure complimentary and cohesive process of vehicle and equipment repairs, helped ensure rapid turnaround of vehicles and equipment, inventory control, and assurance that high quality control procedures are in place and functioning properly
  • Responsible for development of annual budget for fleet maintenance , Facilities maintenance and management of approved budget throughout year
  • Reported to 8 Distribution Centers
  • Continued maintenance support for automation warehousing through out Fastenal.

Vehicle/Facility Manager

Fastenal Company
Indianapolis, IN
02.2006 - 02.2008
  • Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company parts inventory, implemented CMMS program.
  • Oversaw day to day operations of company vehicle maintenance
  • Tracked PNL, vehicle cost per mile, and anything to do with vehicle maintenance
  • Started companies second, third and fourth truck shops.
  • Managed facilities maintenance for over 1 mil square ft warehouse. Including conveyors, presses, automated conveyors, cranes ASRS, WMS systems, LGV, LGV, HVAC, electrical, PLC, CAD,

Education

High School Diploma -

Bloomfield Jr Sr High School
Bloomfield, IN
2001

Timeline

Senior MG-Engineering Services

CVS
07.2022 - Current

Maintenance Manger

CVS Health
04.2019 - Current

Regional Maintenance Manager

Dayton Freight Lines Inc.
04.2018 - 04.2019

Director of Maintenance

Fastenal Company
01.2008 - 06.2018

Vehicle/Facility Manager

Fastenal Company
02.2006 - 02.2008

High School Diploma -

Bloomfield Jr Sr High School

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