Samuel Thompson
Mount Vernon,IN
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Engineering Technician with a proven track record at AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals, excelling in equipment maintenance and calibration processes. Adept at technical troubleshooting and driving process improvements, I effectively supported project initiatives, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with quality standards. Committed to enhancing team performance and achieving project goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Engineering Technician
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
Mount Vernon, Indiana
03.2019 - Current
- Provided support for projects representing the critical utilities and metrology teams.
- Collaborated with validation engineers to ensure new instrument ranges and calibration points aligned with site standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot technical issues.
- Contributed to process improvement initiatives within the team.
- Provided technical support during the installation of new equipment.
- Drafted new equipment PMs and ensured spare parts and manuals were on-site prior to project turnover.
Maintenance Technician
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
Mount Vernon, Indiana
05.2016 - 03.2019
- Performed preventive maintenance on machinery to minimize downtime and disruptions.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and executed timely repairs to maintain operational efficiency.
- Trained new technicians on maintenance practices and safety standards for compliance.
- Participated as a team member on the site safety team.
Facility Operations Assistant
Bristol Myers Squibb
Mount Vernon, Indiana
11.2013 - 05.2016
- Coordinated maintenance activities between the site maintenance group and the production group.
- Coordinated with group members to modify and design new equipment in an effort to support clinical trial studies.
- Developed and implemented training programs.
- Performed daily water testing.
Animal Husbandry Technician
Bristol Myers Squibb
Mount Vernon, Indiana
01.2004 - 11.2013
- Responsible for the daily care and husbandry of laboratory animals.
- Administered vaccinations and medications as directed by veterinarians.
- Examined animals for injury or illness and documented symptoms for veterinarian review.
- Assisted the Toxicology group with daily study activities.
- Trained team members from other sites on handling primates.
Maintenance Technician
General Electric Plastics
Mount Vernon, Indiana
04.1999 - 11.2013
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
Pipefitter
Neth-Schweizter Inc.
Mount Vernon, Indiana
01.1994 - 04.1999
- Installed piping systems according to project specifications and safety standards.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine layout and installation procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to execute complex pipefitting tasks efficiently.
- Operated tools such as pipe cutters, wrenches, and welding equipment safely.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Penn Foster College
Scottsdale, AZSkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Calibration processes
- Preventive maintenance
- Technical troubleshooting
- Project support
- Process improvement
- Quality assurance
- Deadline management
- Equipment calibration
- SAP
- Work instructions
Timeline
Maintenance Engineering Technician
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
03.2019 - Current
Maintenance Technician
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
05.2016 - 03.2019
Facility Operations Assistant
Bristol Myers Squibb
11.2013 - 05.2016
Animal Husbandry Technician
Bristol Myers Squibb
01.2004 - 11.2013
Maintenance Technician
General Electric Plastics
04.1999 - 11.2013
Pipefitter
Neth-Schweizter Inc.
01.1994 - 04.1999
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Penn Foster College
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