TAVON MORRISON
LEXINGTON,SC
Summary
Motivated Machine Operator and Maintenance Technician experienced in fast-paced, high-volume production environments. Achieved operational excellence by adhering to safety standards, implementing quality control measures, and performing routine and preventative maintenance. Focused on enhancing efficiency through effective troubleshooting, timely repairs, and equipment upgrades.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator/Maintenance Technician
Prysmian Group
Lexington, SC
07.2022 - Current
- Operates multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
- Operates machining equipment safely with a team of operators.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines accurately, ensuring production of quality products.
- Follow company and OSHA safety rules and regulations and remain compliant
- Set up and adjust equipment and properly configure machines for daily operation.
- Set up and operate machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Load raw materials into machines and unload finished products to keep the manufacturing process running smoothly.
- Monitor machines during operation to detect malfunctions or excessive vibration and adjust machines to eliminate problems.
- Restocked materials to ensure continuous production flow.
- Maintained detailed production records to identify and address hold-ups in the manufacturing process.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues using hand tools and diagnostic equipment effectively.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.
- Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices for machine operation and repair, enhancing team skill set.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Acquired components to facilitate timely repairs and ensure equipment functionality., supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
Maintenance technician/Fabrication Welder
Amick Farm's
Batesburg, SC
09.2017 - 08.2021
- Responsible for welding and fabricating tables, tote stands, and installing conveyor belts, taking out old equipment and installing new equipment with bracing.
- Assembled component parts to ensure proper function and fit., using hand or power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes
- Conducted thorough inspections of parts to identify surface defects.
- Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
- Kept facilities and outdoor areas clean and organized.
- Maintained or repaired specialized equipment or machinery.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment for various maintenance tasks.
- Align, fit, or assemble component parts, using hand or power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes
- Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
- Cleaned vents and replaced filters to verify proper air flow.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspace to enhance safety. of facilities and outdoor areas.
- Instructed new maintenance staff on procedures and safety protocols.
- Analyze and record test results and prepare written testing documentation.
- Inspect parts for surface defects.
- Performed cleaning of vents and filter replacement to maintain air quality. to verify proper air flow.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
Maintenance
Perdue Farms
Rockingham, NC
01.2014 - 09.2017
- Perform routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate
- Inspect, operate, or test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions
- Inspect drives, motors, and belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, or perform other maintenance actions, following checklists
- Performed routine preventive maintenance to maintain machine operation, ensure building system efficiency, and prevent deterioration of physical conditions
- Inspected and tested machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions and determine necessary repairs
- Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment
- Use tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices
- Cleaned and lubricated machinery components, including shafts, bearings, and gears, to ensure optimal performance.
- Repaired or replaced defective equipment parts using hand and power tools, ensuring proper reassembly for optimal functionality
- Maintain and repair specialized equipment and machinery found in cafeterias, laundries, hospitals, stores, offices, or factories.
Education
Masonry
Richmond Senior High School
Rockingham, NCSkills
- Machine operation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Mechanical Equipment Maintenance
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Assembly and Production
- Assembly Procedures
- Fabrication
- Machine Fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Machining standards
- Equipment Monitoring
- Rig-Up Procedures
- Forklift operation
- Loading protocols
- Shipping and Labeling
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Structure repair
Timeline
Machine Operator/Maintenance Technician
Prysmian Group
07.2022 - Current
Maintenance technician/Fabrication Welder
Amick Farm's
09.2017 - 08.2021
Maintenance
Perdue Farms
01.2014 - 09.2017
Masonry
Richmond Senior High School