Richard Yarbrough
Dixon,IL
Summary
Inside Plant Engineer III at Spectrum with a proven track record in troubleshooting outside and inside plant issues and safety management. Successfully managed plant projects, reducing downtime through proactive maintenance and effective communication. Recognized for adaptability and problem-solving skills, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance in high-pressure environments.
Engineering professional with solid track record in overseeing plant operations and optimizing production workflows. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving consistent results. Reliable and flexible, adapting to changing operational needs with proficiency in equipment maintenance and process improvement.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Inside Plant Engineer III
Spectrum
09.2001 - 06.2025
- Learned safety protocols and best practices for plant operations.
- Assisted in routine maintenance tasks for machinery and equipment.
- Observed operational workflows to identify areas for efficiency improvement.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment issues effectively.
- Documented maintenance activities and reported findings to senior engineers.
- Attended training sessions on equipment operation and safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspaces to promote safety compliance.
- Coordinated with outside contractors for specialized services, ensuring timely completion of tasks within budget constraints.
- Maintained open communication channels to verify prescribed operational levels for equipment and tasks.
- Managed plant projects from conception to completion, adhering to strict deadlines and budgets.
- Drafted preventive maintenance schedules around avoiding service disruptions and equipment breakdowns.
- Served as point of contact during plant emergencies, overseeing disaster recovery and expediting restoration efforts.
- Reduced downtime for maintenance through proactive inspection and scheduling of repairs.
- Streamlined workflow processes through effective communication with team members at all levels of the organization.
Education
No Degree - Electrical Engineering
Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NCHigh School Diploma -
Dadeville High School
Dadeville, AL05-1994
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Customer support
- Maintenance
- Safety management
- Telecommunications systems
- Testing
- Structured cabling
- Wiring
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Responsible and dependable
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Emergency maintenance
- Environmental compliance
Timeline
Inside Plant Engineer III
Spectrum
09.2001 - 06.2025
No Degree - Electrical Engineering
Fayetteville Technical Community College
High School Diploma -
Dadeville High School
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