Timothy Gallimore
Madisonville
Summary
Results-oriented maintenance manager specializing in automated systems and cost reduction strategies. Successfully implemented root cause analysis to address maintenance challenges, while developing a skills matrix for technician development, enhancing team performance and operational reliability.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Assembly Maintenance Area Manager
Metalsa
05.2018 - 06.2026
- Formulated annual budgets and managed monthly expenditures to ensure procurement of parts for operational continuity
- Plan and schedule daily work schedule for maintenance staff across all three shifts
- Utilize PM optimization strategies to reduce costs and increase efficiency of the department
- Manage the E-coat system and technicians on all three shifts
- Achieved a significant reduction in equipment downtime from 13% to 4% within one year
- Developed and implemented countermeasures using problem-solving and root cause analysis tools to address maintenance challenges
- Complete A3 problem-solving reports to address systemic issues and reduce costs
- Integrated tools into MMS (Maintenance Management System) to streamline maintenance processes
- Developed and implemented a level-based skills matrix for technicians to identify training needs and foster professional development
Manufacturing Engineer
Douglas Autotech
11.2015 - 05.2018
- Developed and implemented enhancements to manufacturing production line, improving workflow and reducing errors
- Implemented countermeasures to detect and prevent production of defective products, ensuring quality standards
- Updated PFMEA, work instructions, inspection sheets, and poka yoke instructions to enhance process reliability
- Utilized CAD to design essential fixtures and gauges
Controls Engineer
Metalsa
08.2014 - 11.2015
- Troubleshot electrical/PLC issues to minimize downtime and maintain production flow
- Implemented program changes and completed projects in press department to enhance operational efficiency
- Maintained up-to-date backups for all PLC/robot programs to ensure system reliability
- Collaborated with vendors to assess and implement technology upgrades
Maintenance Coordinator/Electrical Maintenance
Metalsa
08.2010 - 08.2014
- Troubleshot all electrical/PLC issues
- Maintained equipment, including hydraulics, pneumatics, and automated systems, to ensure operational reliability
- Coordinated technician schedules to optimize maintenance task completion
- Planned worklists and oversaw projects for the maintenance department
- Established critical spare parts inventory and collaborated with vendors to ensure availability
- Programmed and taught motoman robots
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Tgask
11.2006 - 06.2010
- Troubleshot electrical and PLC issues to ensure optimal equipment functionality
- Programmed and taught motorman robots to enhance automation processes
- Maintained hydraulics, pneumatics, and automated equipment to support operational reliability
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Autoliv
07.2003 - 11.2006
- Troubleshot electrical and PLC issues, enhancing system reliability and performance.
- Maintained and repaired various equipment, including hydraulics and pneumatics, ensuring operational readiness.
- Serviced sewing machinery to support uninterrupted production flow.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Biomedical Equipment Technology
Madisonville Community College
Madisonville, KY01-2003
Skills
- PLC and robotic knowledge
- Troubleshooting automated systems
- Updating PFMEA documentation
- Industrial computer and drive troubleshooting
- Electrical systems expertise
- Leadership and teamwork
- 8D problem solving
- 5 Whys analysis
- KPI metrics development
- Kaizen improvement methodology
- Problem solving strategies
- Ownership and accountability
Timeline
Assembly Maintenance Area Manager
Metalsa
05.2018 - 06.2026
Manufacturing Engineer
Douglas Autotech
11.2015 - 05.2018
Controls Engineer
Metalsa
08.2014 - 11.2015
Maintenance Coordinator/Electrical Maintenance
Metalsa
08.2010 - 08.2014
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Tgask
11.2006 - 06.2010
Electrical Maintenance Technician
Autoliv
07.2003 - 11.2006
Associate of Applied Science - Biomedical Equipment Technology
Madisonville Community College