Steve M. Morris
Sweetstreet
Reading,PA
5
Certifications
30
years of professional experience
Maintenance Manager with a proven track record of managing preventative maintenance tracking systems and work order systems in an industrial production environment. Effective motivator of maintenance and production teams. Independent thinker with strong leadership skills overseeing union and salary personnel along with outside contractors.
Work History
Sr Maintenance Supervisor
19 Years 4 Months- Supervised 20 machine cleaners and electromechanics, ensuring efficient operation and timely maintenance.
- Scheduled maintenance technicians and mechanics for optimal workflow.Equipment Maintenance:
- Managed repairs on plant machinery and equipment to ensure operational efficiency. on plant machinery, conveyor systems, and production lines.Preventive Maintenance:
- Collaborate with management to plan regular servicing and minimize equipment downtime.Record Keeping:
- Maintained logs of maintenance work and equipment inventory while managing parts ordering through maintenance software.Safety & Compliance: Ensure adherence to safety rules, company policies, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Maintenance Manager
8 Years 7 Months- Collaborated with Victory Brewing Company team across multiple sites.
- Led maintenance operations for brewing process equipment and facility, overseeing brewhouse, cellar, packaging, process refrigeration, distribution equipment, HVAC, building lighting systems, grounds keeping, restaurant equipment, security, and facility appearance; supervised and coordinated repair and maintenance activities of employees.
- Directed preventive maintenance programs for brewing, packaging, and facility equipment.
- Coordinated troubleshooting for mechanical, electrical, and utilities issues across production areas.
- Managed CMMS work orders to improve maintenance scheduling and documentation.
Maintenance Supervisor
5 Years- Planned, organized, and directed 40+ union personnel to ensure efficient maintenance operations
- Personnel development using training programs and safety initiatives
- Coached and counseled subordinate supervisors and staff to enhance team capabilities and performance
- Directed maintenance contract activities to meet project deadlines and quality standards
- Facility project management
- Maintenance project management
- Conducted interviews for new hires to assess qualifications and fit for the team.
Maintenance supervisor
9 Months- Plan, organize, direct 7 mechanics and 5 electricians
- Developed detailed daily plan for operations using SAP management system
- Prioritized and directed mechanics and electricians during equipment breakdowns to minimize downtime
- Fostered culture of inclusion and continuity across departments through continuous improvement initiatives
- Directing, and developing maintenance team members for assigned area/shift
- Using problems solving skills and root cause analysis to resolve and/or mitigate maintenance issues
- Identified and implemented strategies to eliminate costs and waste by applying LEAN manufacturing principles
- Identifying, implementing and documenting maintenance and reliability best practices
Maintenance Supervisor
1 Year 7 Months- Ensured safety of maintenance staff, plant personnel, visitors, and contractors through use of permit to work and safety reviews.
- Contributed to development of department practices, procedures, and training to enhance operational efficiency.
- Maintained work schedules, provided technical assistance and maintained safety standards.
- Supervised Electro-Mechanics, Maintenance Helpers, and Janitor.
- Involved in employee performance, hiring, discipline, development, and training while adhering to the collective bargaining agreement.
- Developed and organized work assignments for multiple shifts, weekends, and shutdowns.
- Maintained computerized work order system and maintenance documentation to comply with ISO, EPA, Corporate EH&S, and customer audit requirements.
- Ensured parts & equipment were available for projects and ordered part for repairs.
- Fostered productive work environment for maintenance personnel, promoting teamwork and individual accountability.
- Planned and monitored jobs completed by outside contractors and vendors.
- Organized multiple projects to streamline workflow and enhance productivity in the production area. along with constant changing priorities in the production area.
2nd Shift Production Superintendent
4 Years- Reported directly to the Operations Manager. Communicated issues and progress of production process, project status, and problem solving efforts regarding the 2nd shift.
- Worked jointly with QA/QC, Maintenance, Material Control, Tube, Melt, Wire Departments throughout the precious metal product manufacturing process by managing these departments for the 2nd shift.
- Managed 40+ maintenance and production union employees and a salaried supervisor to achieve efficiency and quality goals.
- Managed 1 employee to ensure an efficient and safe workplace.
- Developed staff to meet career goals while staffing and organizing positions for an efficient, productive operation.
- Conducted weekly communication meetings and monthly safety meetings with all production staff. Backed up the ICP Lab for spectral analysis of precious metal melt composition.
- Ensured compliance with quality systems for production activities and procedures.
- Evaluated supervisor performance and completed annual merit/performance reviews, highlighting key accomplishments and development needs.
- Utilized tensile testing equipment in Met Lab to test precious metal samples.
2nd Shift Production Supervisor
1 Year 9 Months- Supervised Melt, Tube, and Maintenance Departments to ensure smooth operations in precious metal product manufacturing.
- Scheduled and coordinated equipment maintenance and shutdowns across departments to minimize downtime.
- Set performance expectations and conducted regular reviews to promptly address team performance issues and identify training needs.
- Scheduled equipment maintenance for each of the departments and coordinated equipment shutdowns with maintenance staff.
- Followed, implemented, and enforced the guidelines and rules of the bargaining unit contract.
- Worked in accordance with accepted management practices to settle grievances and violations through Disciplinary Control Board Hearings as prescribed by the contract.
Welder/Fabricator
5 Years 8 Months- Welded and fabricated products from blueprints using machines to form, cut, and machine metal, ensuring high-quality standards and precision.
- Utilized precious metals to create high-quality products in a manufacturing setting.
- Enhanced product quality and contributed to the development of standard operating procedures.
Welder/Fabricator
3 Years 8 Months- Designed and manufactured complete machinery lines for powder and liquid filling, check weighing, and product feeding, supporting packaging needs for food products, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals.
- Utilized Mig, Tig, and oxyacetylene welding along with blueprint reading to build and repair production machinery with augers.
- Operated shop machines to complete various job orders efficiently.
- Used computer to input start and finish of work orders along with keeping track of shop station inventory.
Education
Diploma - Welding
Minor in Business
Skills
Pneumatics and hydraulics
HVAC & Ammonia chillers and cooling towers Project management Contractor management
Mechanical systems
Preventative maintenance
Maintenance management software
HVAC project management
Arc flash trained
KBM Series WorkStation program
Preventive maintenance strategies
Contractor oversight
Electrical safety protocols
Microsoft Office
Accomplishments
- Planned, directed, coordinated, and assigned manpower to efficiently meet maintenance needs and emergency repairs in industrial manufacturing facility.
- Work with Operations Manager and Engineering to ensure safe and cost effective execution while improving effective collaboration, communication, and consensus building between the Maintenance and Operations Departments.
- Vital member of Emergency Response Teams for more than 15 years.
Certification
- Certification: Welder Training & Testing Institute - Welding Allentown, PA, Liquid Penetrant Train
- Ng Course
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
Victory Brewing
11.2017 - 06.2026Read More
Maintenance supervisor
Kellogg Company
02.2017 - 11.2017Read More
Maintenance Supervisor
Dana Corporation
02.2015 - 02.2020Read More
Maintenance Supervisor
Johnson Matthey Inc.
12.2012 - 07.2014Read More
2nd Shift Production Superintendent
Johnson Matthey Inc.
12.2008 - 12.2012Read More
Sr Maintenance Supervisor
Sweetstreet
06.2007 - CurrentRead More
2nd Shift Production Supervisor
Johnson Matthey Inc.
12.2006 - 09.2008Read More
Welder/Fabricator
Johnson Matthey Inc.
04.2001 - 12.2006Read More
Welder/Fabricator
Auger Fabrication
02.1997 - 10.2000Read More
Chester County Vo Tech
Diploma from Welding
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