Professional in mechanical maintenance with strong background in machinery repair and installation. Possesses history of optimizing equipment performance and minimizing downtime. Known for dependable team collaboration and adaptability to changing work environments. Skills include welding, blueprint reading, and precision alignment.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Chemical Operator
Gaylord Chemical
04.2023 - Current
Ensured safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines during chemical operations.
Operated chemical processing equipment successfully while adhering to company standards.
Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
Operated lab equipment for chemical tests and verification of product quality against standards.
Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives, suggesting ideas that led to increased performance metrics across the team.
Developed and implemented preventative maintenance procedures for chemical production equipment.
Operated chemical processing equipment, including centrifuges, evaporators and reactors.
Troubleshot and solved process equipment problems to minimize production downtime.
Team Leader
Mercedes-Benz United States International
04.2004 - 04.2023
Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
Increased customer satisfaction ratings by closely monitoring service quality standards and addressing any issues promptly.
Promoted culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback from all organizational levels and implementing actionable changes.
Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
Maintenance Technician
Graphic Packaging International
02.2002 - 04.2004
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.
Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
Improved machine efficiency, conducting regular diagnostics and repairs.
Millwright
Gulf States Paper Corp.
08.1999 - 02.2002
Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
Documented repairs and maintenance activities to create reports for management.
Improved production line efficiency, strategically scheduling maintenance during low production periods.
Developed strong working relationships with vendors, facilitating prompt service calls when specialized expertise was required.
Participated in root cause analysis efforts for recurring equipment failures to develop long-term corrective actions.
Reduced downtime for production lines by swiftly diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.