Thomas A. Costner
Pilot Mountain,NC
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency through solid labor relations. Uses independent and collaborate decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Highly efficient Maintenance Manager known for building cleanliness and equipment functionality. Offering high standards for work quality and an aptitude for organizing staff effectively. Expertise in Mechanical systems / CMMS / Preventative, Predictive, and asset management.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Area Facility / Maintenance Manager
R.J. Reynolds
Tobaccoville, NC
07.2005 - Current
- Coordinated with vendors to obtain cost-effective solutions, negotiating contracts for maintenance services and supplies.
- Scheduled routine, preventative, and predictive maintenance and repair of facility and High speed manufacturing equipment.
- Monitored inventory and scheduled maintenance while adhering to maintenance budget restrictions.
- Evaluated facilities to determine if company maintenance protocols complied with NC health and safety regulations.
- Managed Industrial Vehicle fleet to optimize the fleet in numbers and maintenance. $1,3M savings
- Collaborated with manufacturing and maintenance for waste initiatives for filters and manufacturing materials. cost savings $600K+
- Drove dryer optimization through collaboration with our maintenance team to save $1,2 M per year.
Senior Area Maintenance Manager
Brown And Williamson Tobacco Company
Macon, GA
02.1997 - 07.2005
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting promoting labor relations through open communication throughout the maintenance department.
- Managed 21 managers and 104 hourly employees that performed preventative and predictive maintenances activities.
- Collaborated with other departments to proactively identify potential maintenance and production issues and develop proactive solutions.
- Performed detailed budget analysis for area maintenance projects, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing preventive maintenance programs and strategies.
Corporate and Plant Engineering
Burlington Industries
Clarksville, VA
05.1989 - 02.1997
- Championed environmental compliance efforts through proactive monitoring of waste disposal procedures and diligent recordkeeping practices.
- Overhauled outdated systems with upgraded technology solutions that boosted automation capabilities within the plant.
- Improved plant efficiency by implementing innovative engineering solutions and optimizing operational processes.
- Facilitated effective communication among departments by establishing clear channels for information exchange on maintenance bottlenecks or potential roadblocks.
- Promoted energy conservation practices by conducting regular audits of equipment usage, leading to reduced utility expenses.
- Conducted root cause analyses on operational inefficiencies within the plant, developing targeted strategies for long-term improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville
Knoxville, TN04.1989
Skills
- Performed FDA inspections and participated as a Subject Matter Expert for Maintenance
- Lead SAP R3 CMMS for tobacco processing conversion from PREMIS CMMS Also competent in SAP Tao Developed hierarchy from parent to child for all equipment
- Lead projects for Safety, Maintenance, Facilities, Tobacco Processing
- Work Order Management - Empowered our employees to a disciplined approach to enter CMMS work orders to deliver usable data for future planning and evaluation to maximize machine performance
- Staff Supervision - Worked all shifts managing 1st line supervisors to speak in one voice on all three shifts through open communications, accountability, and fair labor relations
- Maintenance record keeping- organized and developed maintenance records to retrieve information to assist the specialist or management to determine root cause analysis succinctly
Accomplishments
- Awarded 7 Manufacturing awards for innovation and or improvements
- hold 3 patten pending for cutter improvemnts with tobacco processing
Timeline
Senior Area Facility / Maintenance Manager
R.J. Reynolds
07.2005 - Current
Senior Area Maintenance Manager
Brown And Williamson Tobacco Company
02.1997 - 07.2005
Corporate and Plant Engineering
Burlington Industries
05.1989 - 02.1997
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
The University of Tennessee - Knoxville