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Education
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Certification
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Teddy Johnston

Teddy Johnston

Barnesville,GA

Summary

I've been in industrial plant maintenance for over 35 years. Plastics is my specialty. Blow molder for over 30 years.Worked in blown film industry. And also in coragated mailer

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Technician 2

Georgia-Pacific
10.2023 - Current
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.

Process Technician

CKS Packaging
02.2010 - 05.2014
  • Trained new technicians in proper usage of equipment, safety protocols, and company procedures, ensuring a high level of competence across the team.
  • Supported an environment of safety through thorough knowledge of regulations, best practices, and consistent communication with team members regarding safe work habits.
  • Troubleshot technical issues, implementing solutions to maintain a smooth production process.
  • Contributed to the development of standard operating procedures that improved consistency across shifts and reduced training time for new hires.
  • Coordinated with engineering teams during equipment upgrades or installation projects, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing production activities.
  • Provided hands-on assistance during emergency situations such as equipment malfunctions or shutdowns while maintaining composure under pressure.
  • Complied with safety rules and standards to maximize efficiencies while reducing accidents.
  • Performed maintenance on machinery and escalated major malfunctions to supervisor for immediate assistance.

Machine Operator

Crayex
08.2024 - 09.2024
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Reduced downtime by conducting regular equipment inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
  • Performed preventative maintenance tasks consistently which resulted in fewer breakdowns requiring costly repairs.

Mechanical Electrical Technician

Berry Global
03.2021 - 09.2023

Assist on all break downs on production equipment. Electrical and mechanical.

Blow Mold Technician

KIK Custom Products
07.2017 - 06.2021
  • Worked with engineering team to resolve development issues and recommend product modifications, strengthening designs and production processes.
  • Dismantled dies and heads tools to clean components and performed skilled preventive maintenance and repairs to maintain optimal functionality.
  • Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
  • Handled day-to-day running of project or department or task, ensuring high levels of productivity and progression.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

Education

Certificate - Industrial Plant Maintenance

Griffin Technical Institute
Griffin, GA
06.1994

Diploma - High School Studies

Riverdale Sr High
Riverdale, GA
06.1984

Skills

    Machine shop, welding, electrical motor controls, hydraulics and pneumatics, heating and air

Certification

Industrial plant maintenance journey apprentice

Timeline

Machine Operator

Crayex
08.2024 - 09.2024

Maintenance Technician 2

Georgia-Pacific
10.2023 - Current

Mechanical Electrical Technician

Berry Global
03.2021 - 09.2023

Blow Mold Technician

KIK Custom Products
07.2017 - 06.2021

Process Technician

CKS Packaging
02.2010 - 05.2014

Certificate - Industrial Plant Maintenance

Griffin Technical Institute

Diploma - High School Studies

Riverdale Sr High
Teddy Johnston