Rodney Lawless
Walker,LA
Summary
Dynamic maintenance supervisor with a proven track record at Westlake Chemical, excelling in preventive maintenance and team leadership. Enhanced equipment reliability through optimized scheduling and process improvements, achieving significant reductions in downtime. Committed to safety compliance and fostering a culture of continuous improvement among team members.
Experienced Supervisor leads team members to complete jobs on-time. Assigns tasks, trains employees, and implements company procedures. Excellent communication and listening skills. Provides leadership and vision, driving teams to meet goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
Pipe and Steel Industrial
05.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and efficiency standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on equipment usage and operational processes.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing downtime.
- Coordinated inventory management, maintaining accurate stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Maintained high safety standards to ensure secure workplace for all employees and visitors.
Sr. Maintenance Planner
Westlake Chemical
06.2016 - 05.2022
- Developed and optimized maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify maintenance needs and prioritize tasks effectively.
- Analyzed historical data to forecast maintenance requirements and improve resource allocation.
- Implemented preventative maintenance programs that increased operational efficiency across multiple facilities.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards throughout all aspects of the maintenance planning process.
- Negotiated contracts with external service providers for specialized services when necessary, ensuring quality work at competitive rates.
- Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of spare parts, minimizing delays in repairs.
- Created detailed work orders specifying required tasks, materials, tools, and resources for efficient execution by technicians.
- Improved equipment uptime by diligently scheduling and coordinating preventive maintenance tasks.
Maintenance Supervisor
Turner Industries
01.2009 - 06.2017
- Supervised maintenance teams to ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability.
- Coordinated scheduling of maintenance activities to minimize downtime and optimize productivity.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on maintenance procedures and best practices.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify areas for improvement in facility operations.
- Managed inventory of maintenance supplies, ensuring availability of necessary tools and parts.
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Supervised 36 employees and scheduled shifts.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth within the organization.
Education
High School Diploma -
Baton Rouge Technical College
Baton Rouge, LA05-2017
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Process optimization
- Team leadership
- Inventory management
- Maintenance scheduling
- Training and mentoring
- Preventive maintenance
- Goal oriented
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Project management
Timeline
Supervisor
Pipe and Steel Industrial
05.2022 - Current
Sr. Maintenance Planner
Westlake Chemical
06.2016 - 05.2022
Maintenance Supervisor
Turner Industries
01.2009 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Baton Rouge Technical College