Steven Bickford
Gansevoort,NY
Summary
Proven leader in industrial settings, notably at Holcim, where I streamlined operations and enhanced environmental compliance. Expert in process automation and staff supervision, I significantly improved efficiency and safety standards. My adeptness in equipment troubleshooting and commitment to results have driven substantial advancements in productivity and operational excellence.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Leadman
Native Textiles
05.2002 - 04.2005
- Managed work site operations to facilitate adherence to predetermined production schedules.
- Directed equipment maintenance and repair operations to improve machines' functionality and reliability.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Trained and mentored new employees to enable safe and efficient job performance.
- Operated all positions and ran a Artos fabric finishing equipment to perform designated operations and meet production requirements.
- Delivered production and operations reports to management to identify emerging problems and enable targeted solutions.
- Followed applicable safety and health policies and procedures to promote crew safety and minimize accidents.
- Completed production logs and maintenance logs to document plant operations and verified adherence to predetermined standards.
- Confirmed that finished products met internal and external requirements to promote uniform quality standard.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Lehigh Cement
04.2005 - 11.2008
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
Production Worker
Lehigh Cement
11.2008 - 05.2012
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies to keep up with high production needs.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
Control Room Operator
Lehigh Cement
05.2012 - 05.2019
- Inspected plant activities on screens and computers to identify and troubleshoot issues.
- Tracked and recorded status of operational systems using canary trends, SCADA and other control system tools.
- Documented daily activities in internal system and submitted timely shift reports.
- Operate entire facility from control room.
- Experience with Natural gas, Coal and alternative fuel burning.
- Environmental experience with O2, Co, Hg, So2, CH4 etc.
- Operated hundreds of motors and belt conveyors.
- Experience with older software such as Baileys.
- Great communication skills with 2-way plant radio and in-person communication.
Electrical Apprentice
Lehigh Cement
05.2019 - 06.2023
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to accurately install new electrical systems.
- Adhered to electrical and building codes when installing and repairing electrical systems or components.
- Installed new electrical components and fixtures safely and tested systems to enhance power flow.
- Completed full apprenticeship program to become qualified Electrician.
- Repaired systems, replaced malfunctioning parts, and supported electrical installations.
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Read and interpreted drawings to provide wiring layouts for new installations.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards and defects.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Installed 120/208 volt systems and 480/575 volt systems.
- PLC systems
- Ladder logic
- ABB vfd's, Benshaw soft starter,
- Concept Programming
Industrial Journeyman Electrician
Lehigh Cement
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, and other components.
- Installed, maintained and repaired electrical wiring, controls and lighting systems.
- Repaired and replaced equipment, electrical wiring and fixtures.
- Attached power cables to equipment such as electric range and motor.
- Inspected transformers and circuit breakers for malfunctions.
- Tested circuit continuity to determine electrical compatibility and component safety.
- Prepared sketches and blueprints.
- Observed functioning of installed equipment or system to detect hazards and need for adjustments, relocation or replacement.
- Tested electrical systems functionality and continuity of circuits using devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Instructed customers on proper use and safety of electrical systems and equipment.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
Process Control Supervisor
Holcim
07.2023 - Current
- Built relationships with customers and managed accounts to drive revenue and profit.
- Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
- Coordinated project workflows for departments.
- Implemented policies and standard operating procedures for continuous improvement.
- Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
- Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
- Reviewed documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Operate the entire cement facility from the control room, 700 motors +, belt conveyors, Wet gas scrubber, siemens software, SCADA, Environmental plays key role as well in this position such as O2, Co, PH, MH4, So2, Hg, ect.
Education
Industrial Electrician Journeyman - Electrical
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA06.2023
GED -
South Glens Falls Senior High School
South Glens Falls, NY06.2001
Skills
- Cost Reduction
- Process Validation
- Environmental Compliance
- Process Automation
- Health and safety compliance
- Process Documentation
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Equipment Operation
- Staff Supervision
- Effective Communication
- Equipment Maintenance
- Equipment Troubleshooting
Certification
- Licensed NY State Industrial Electrician.
Timeline
Process Control Supervisor
Holcim
07.2023 - Current
Industrial Journeyman Electrician
Lehigh Cement
06.2023 - 06.2023
Electrical Apprentice
Lehigh Cement
05.2019 - 06.2023
Control Room Operator
Lehigh Cement
05.2012 - 05.2019
Production Worker
Lehigh Cement
11.2008 - 05.2012
Heavy Equipment Operator
Lehigh Cement
04.2005 - 11.2008
Leadman
Native Textiles
05.2002 - 04.2005
Industrial Electrician Journeyman - Electrical
Penn Foster Career School
GED -
South Glens Falls Senior High School
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