Richard W. Payton, Jr.
West Monroe,USA
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in coordinating maintenance and repair work, running improvement projects, and upgrading new equipment. Skilled in ensuring asset continuity and achieving department objectives. Known for leading maintenance operations and fostering environmental compliance. Proficient in SAP System.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Solutions Provider
Failure Prevention Associates LLC
06.2024 - Current
- Successfully achieved growth in company profits by driving high-profit business for major companies in the pulp and paper/wood, Automotive sector.
- Communicated with customers on a regular basis via phone and email to address plant-related concerns and provide effective solutions.
- Conducted on-site client visits to analyze systems and provide optimal solutions for customers. Proficient in troubleshooting vibration systems, tools, and training employees in safety and precision maintenance.
- Managed the process of writing quotes for diverse customer base by leveraging available resources and adhering to predefined project parameters.
- Provided technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers on projects.
- Coordinated the design, development and implementation of enterprise-level systems.
- Utilized industrial reliability practices to optimize project and system installation at the plant.
- Utilized my background in industrial maintenance practices, along with my proficiency in project management, to ensure the highest level of safety standards while maximizing value for team members and customers.
- Demonstrated expertise in representing various reliability products such as electrical motor current testing equipment, laser alignment tools, and Skills Gap Training according to (NCCER) standards.
Reliability Manager
WestRock
Liberty, MO
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Responsible for electrical and mechanical servicing and efficient maintenance of production machinery and equipment, physical plant, utilities and grounds in accordance with state and federal regulations and company policies and procedures
- Responsible for the quality of products and services to internal and external customers while continuously seeking improvements
- Ensures assessment, feedback, individual business objectives and development plans, are completed, and the performance management process is effectively implemented for the direct reports of this position
- Hires, trains and develops maintenance personnel
- Directs the maintenance team
- Develops, schedules and controls a preventive maintenance program
- Maintains inventories of critical spare parts
- Started a wireless vibration monitoring program
- Help implement SAP S4 at this location
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Initiated new projects that resulted in increased productivity across all departments.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Implemented new technologies to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve customer service.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Organized special events such as conferences or training sessions for employees.
- Scheduled interviews for potential candidates and conducted reference checks prior to hire.
Maintenance Manager
Georg Fischer
Little Rock, AR
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Responsible for electrical and mechanical servicing and efficient maintenance of production machinery and equipment, physical plant, utilities and grounds in accordance with state and federal regulations and company policies and procedures
- Responsible for the quality of products and services to internal and external customers while continuously seeking improvements
- Ensures assessment, feedback, individual business objectives and development plans, are completed, and the performance management process is effectively implemented for the direct reports of this position
- Hires, trains and develops maintenance personnel
- Directs the maintenance team
- Develops, schedules and controls a preventive maintenance program
- Maintains inventories of critical spare parts
Technical Solutions Representative
KCF Technologies
State College, PA
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Track and suggest effective solutions following thorough assessment of persistent issues through coordination with sales and customer
- Educate customers regarding a variety of preventative maintenance techniques, including vibration, temperature, IR, and oil quality
- Led install and implementation of effective solutions to monitor progress, money saved, and downtime prevented
- Developed and strengthened proficient relationships across several roles from maintenance managers to C-suite executives: supported employment of predictive maintenance plan companywide (20+ plants)
- Demonstrated product features and functionality to customers via phone or online support platforms.
- Conducted remote desktop sessions to diagnose, repair, and configure software applications.
- Worked closely with other departments such as sales and engineering to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Offered technical and non-technical support and services to clients and staff regarding product use, operation and maintenance.
- Recommended improvements to customers and demonstrated potential cost reductions and process improvements.
- Conducted regular status meetings with internal teams and external partners to track progress against established milestones.
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Coordinated resources across multiple departments and teams as needed for successful completion of projects.
Maintenance Manager
Drax Biomass
Bastrop, LA
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Managed all aspects of installation, repair, and upkeep for assigned facility
- Managed the maintenance staff and their daily activities.
- Developed preventive maintenance procedures for all machines used in production.
- Established a system to track inventory of spare parts, tools and supplies.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Drafted budgets for maintenance operations and monitored expenditures.
- Coordinated with vendors to purchase replacement parts as needed.
- Ensured equipment and mechanical systems operated efficiently by performing timely inspections and repairs.
- Conducted regular training sessions for maintenance personnel on safety protocols and best practices.
- Reviewed completed work orders to ensure quality control measures are followed.
- Resolved conflicts among employees in the maintenance department.
- Scheduled routine inspections of all areas within facility premises.
- Implemented preventive maintenance program by planning and coordinating major scheduled maintenance outages
- Managed team of employees, daily progress reports and overall project planning.
- Reviewed blueprints and manuals to repair and restore optimal functionality.
- Implemented improved training procedures to better develop new personnel.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
Utilities Supervisor
Graphic Packaging, International
West Monroe, LA
01.2015 - 01.2018
- I managed several departments during this part of my career, including powerhouse supervisor. Due to people leaving, I was asked to fill in and cover other departments until we hired a replacement, so I covered all areas of the mill at different times and all of the improvement projects for the area.
- Ensured full operation of the entire mill's fire system
- Administered and managed daily operations, overseeing contracted repairs and underground leak investigations.
- Implemented effective solutions for contract challenges within different areas of the company including fire, machine shop and lubrication
- Led improvement projects in the mill, woodyard, bark system, conveyor systems, and outage work, including rebuilds on the digesters, Evaps, clarifiers, water storage tanks, lime kilns, effluent system, river pumps, air system for the effluent pond, steam generators, and high-pressure boiler tube replacement.
- Contributed to the successful implementation of a 40 megawatt Gas fired turbine Generator at the mill within a two-year timeline.
- Planned and managed inspections and repairs to ensure proper operating of fire systems, including all piping.
- Sourced and ordered grease, oil, and required parts for the department.
Powerhouse Maintenance Supervisor
Graphic Packaging, International
West Monroe, LA
01.1995 - 01.2015
- Spearheaded and supervised major rebuilds of two turbines for flawless implementation
- Improved crew efficiencies through effective team mentorship
- Discussed equipment repair and maintenance plans with hourly employees to enable onboarding with production
- Provided coverage for wood yard/broke recycle (recovery/caustic)
- Managed backend maintenance department while acting as Vacation-Relief supervisor
- Ensured streamlined operations across Powerhouse area through proactive coordination
- Trained crew members for efficient usage of SAP system while providing essential documentation models
- Attained deep understanding of superintendent duties and skills for pulp mill position by attending training sessions
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanics And Repairers
TCJC
Fort Worth, TX08-1989
Skills
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning
- Process Optimization
- Industrial reliability
- Hubspot
- Root Cause Analysis
- Preventive/Predictive Maintenance
- Issue Resolution
- Industrial Sale Cycles
- SAP
- Relationship Management
- Site Inspection
- Workplace Safety
- Industrial Quoting
- Industrial Maintenance Management
- Work flow planning
- Project Management
- Project tracking
Membership
Medical First Responder, Member of First Responder Team (12 Years)
Training
- Lean Manufacturing
- Hazmat Training, I, II, & III
- Aerial Work Platform Operator
- Hand Safety & Behavior Safety Training
- Precision Maintenance Craft Skills I, & II
- Alstom Boiler Power Inspection Systems
- Kepner-Tregoe Analytical Troubleshooting
- Franklin Covey's 'Working with Speed of Trust'
- Mobile Crane Operator; Overhead Crane Operator
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Solutions Provider
Failure Prevention Associates LLC
06.2024 - Current
Reliability Manager
WestRock
08.2023 - 05.2024
Maintenance Manager
Georg Fischer
01.2023 - 08.2023
Technical Solutions Representative
KCF Technologies
01.2019 - 01.2023
Maintenance Manager
Drax Biomass
01.2018 - 01.2019
Utilities Supervisor
Graphic Packaging, International
01.2015 - 01.2018
Powerhouse Maintenance Supervisor
Graphic Packaging, International
01.1995 - 01.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanics And Repairers
TCJC
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