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Rick Wood
Porterville,CA
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Summary
Maintenance Planner/Scheduler with hands-on experience in industrial maintenance, asset management, and maintenance planning. I enjoy solving problems, improving processes, and keeping work moving efficiently. Proficient in eMaint CMMS, coordinating vendors and contractors, managing capital projects, and working operations and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Planner
Post Consumer Brands
Visalia, California
09.2016 - Current
- Coordinate and schedule preventive and corrective maintenance work using eMaint CMMS for a large industrial pet food manufacturing facility.
- Collaborate with the Director of Maintenance & Engineering to manage CAPEX projects, coordinating vendors, contractors, equipment procurement, project schedules, and documentation while supporting asset reliability and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Developed weekly and daily maintenance schedules that balanced production priorities with equipment availability to ensure operational efficiency.
- Create, manage, and prioritize work orders to maximize technician productivity and minimize equipment downtime.
- Collaborated with operations, maintenance supervisors, and management to secure planned downtime, facilitating timely maintenance and reducing unexpected disruptions.
- Developed vendor partnerships to enhance responsiveness and reduce equipment downtime, contributing to smoother maintenance operations.
- Direct contractor activities by coordinating schedules, ensuring compliance with plant safety standards, and tracking project progress through completion.
Manager
EZ Auto Rental
Porterville, California
09.2014 - 09.2016
- Managed maintenance and repair scheduling for a multi-location rental fleet serving the Porterville and Visalia branches.
- Maintained fleet records, repair documentation, and service schedules to support efficient operations.
- Trained new employees on company procedures, customer service standards, and daily operations.
- Managed daily cash handling and prepared bank deposits.
Graphic Designer
A to Z Industries
Porterville, California
03.2008 - 09.2014
- Designed and produced custom graphics, signage, and vehicle wraps while managing multiple projects and deadlines.
- Trained new employees on design software, production processes, and installation techniques.
- Maintained inventory of materials and coordinated supply orders to support production needs.
- Operated and maintained wide-format printers, plotters, and other production equipment.
Machine Operator
Gridley Machine Co.
Porterville, California
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Performed machine setup, tooling changes, and routine equipment inspections to ensure safe and efficient operation.
- Operated CNC and manual machining equipment.
- Worked closely with supervisors and team members to meet daily production goals and delivery deadlines.
Shift Supervisor
Round Table Pizza
Porterville, California
02.2000 - 01.2006
- Led the crew during assigned shifts, delegated daily responsibilities, and worked alongside the team to keep things running smoothly in a fast-paced work environment.
- Managed cash handling, register balancing, and end of shift deposits with accuracy.
- Trained new employees on company procedures and food safety practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Monache High School
Porterville, CA06-1999
Skills
- Preventive maintenance
- Work order management
- CMMS expertise
- Asset reliability
- CAPEX project coordination
- Vendor management
Timeline
Maintenance Planner
Post Consumer Brands
09.2016 - Current
Manager
EZ Auto Rental
09.2014 - 09.2016
Graphic Designer
A to Z Industries
03.2008 - 09.2014
Machine Operator
Gridley Machine Co.
01.2006 - 01.2008
Shift Supervisor
Round Table Pizza
02.2000 - 01.2006
High School Diploma -
Monache High School