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Tony Fortner

Bristol,TN

Summary

Seasoned Area Manager with a strong background in the mining and industrial equipment built at Line Power Manufacturing. Proficient in manufacturing processes, leading teams with a focus on problem-solving and effective communication. Competent in fabrication and assembly processes, ensuring projects meet ISO standards, and completing jobs on time.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Manager, 2nd Shift

Line Power Manufacturing
Bristol, VA
05.2016 - Current
  • Developed knowledge of company's manufacturing processes and procedures.
  • Helped troubleshoot problems that arose during manufacturing processes.
  • Followed ISO guidelines for manufacturing processes and helped with internal audits when needed.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews for associates under my supervision.

Group Leader, Mining Assembly

Line Power Manufacturing
Bristol, VA
08.2006 - 05.2016
  • Trained new associates in wiring methods, the use of hand tools, fabrication, and the assembly of a variety of mining units, H-Gear, and certain padmount units.
  • Interpreted blueprints and special notes from engineering to build equipment to customers' specifications.
  • Oversaw multiple jobs during the manufacturing process, and strived for on-time completion of each.
  • Worked for the Test department fixing deficiencies and prepping equipment for shipment.

Panel Builder/Assembler, Mining Assembly

Line Power Manufacturing
Bristol, VA
05.1999 - 08.2006
  • I started in the panel shop building all types of panels for mining units, and then worked my way out onto the assembly floor.
  • I trained with Mark Rock on permissible boxes, Tony Smith on longwall units, Bill Rust on substations, and other types of equipment.

Education

Electricity & Electromechanical Maintenance

Virginia Highlands Community College
Abingdon, VA
05-1999

Skills

  • Electrical background
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Time management
  • Hand tools proficiency
  • Fabrication experience
  • Problem solving
  • Teamwork and communication

Timeline

Area Manager, 2nd Shift

Line Power Manufacturing
05.2016 - Current

Group Leader, Mining Assembly

Line Power Manufacturing
08.2006 - 05.2016

Panel Builder/Assembler, Mining Assembly

Line Power Manufacturing
05.1999 - 08.2006

Electricity & Electromechanical Maintenance

Virginia Highlands Community College
Tony Fortner