Darlene Cheeks
Canton,MS
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Technician with a proven track record at Tyson Foods, excelling in electrical troubleshooting and demonstrating exceptional mechanical aptitude. Mastered preventive maintenance, ensuring equipment reliability and reducing downtime significantly. Skilled in both hard and soft skills, including effective maintenance scheduling and fostering safety compliance. Achieved notable success in enhancing machinery efficiency and operational safety.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Tyson Foods
Carthage, MS
08.2013 - 01.2025
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
- Monitored inventory levels of replacement parts and supplies needed for repairs.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Calibrated instruments used in testing processes to ensure accuracy of results.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Implemented diagnostics to identify failures, determine parts and material requirements and facilitate repairs.
- Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
- Conducted regular safety checks to ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
- Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
- Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Followed established safety procedures when operating heavy machinery.
Education
High School Diploma -
Canton High School
Canton, MS05-1984
Skills
- Parts replacement
- Mechanical aptitude
- Tool management
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment installation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Hand and power tools
- Maintenance scheduling
Certification
Tyson Food Maintenance Class Level 8
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Tyson Foods
08.2013 - 01.2025
High School Diploma -
Canton High School
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