Tyler Raiford
Knights Companies
Hinesville,GA
10
years of professional experience
Experienced with conducting meticulous quality inspections and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Utilizes detailed approach to identify and address defects, enhancing product reliability. Knowledge of collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Work History
Plant Maintenance Technician
1 Year- Performed preventive maintenance on plant equipment, reducing downtime and supporting continuous production.
- Troubleshot mechanical and electrical issues on conveyors, motors, and production machinery.
- Repaired worn components using welding, hand tools, and power tools.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify hazards, leaks, and performance problems.
- Lubricated, adjusted, and aligned machinery to improve reliability and operating efficiency.
- Collaborated with production staff to prioritize repairs and minimize operational disruptions.
- Optimized plant performance with thorough calibration of instruments and control systems.
- Training and helping new management trainees use and understand the equipment they operate.
- Traveling throughout the southeast and working with different team members to help wherever necessary.
Floating Plant Manager
4 Years 2 Months- Directed plant operations to align production, quality, safety, and delivery requirements.
- Oversaw staffing, scheduling, and workload balancing to maintain consistent workflow across shifts.
- Monitored equipment performance and coordinated maintenance to reduce downtime and support output.
- Implemented process improvements to strengthen efficiency, product consistency, and operational control.
- Assisted plant maintenance team with daily upkeep and emergency repairs.
- Trained and assisted new members of the operations and management team.
Portable Division Supervisor
2 Years- Supervised division operations to maintain workflow, staffing coverage, and jobsite coordination.
- Enforced safety procedures and compliance standards across concrete production and delivery activities.
- Coordinated schedules with dispatch, drivers, and crews to support timely concrete placement.
- Monitored product quality and corrected issues to meet mix specifications and customer requirements.
Plant Manager
1 Year 6 Months- Directed daily plant operations to maintain production flow, quality standards, and safety compliance.
- Coordinated batching, dispatch, and inventory control to support timely concrete delivery.
- Supervised plant personnel, assigned workloads, and addressed performance issues promptly.
- Monitored equipment condition and scheduled preventive maintenance to reduce downtime.
Quality Control Technician
5 Months- Inspected concrete batches for slump, air content, and temperature compliance.
- Collected samples from plant and jobsite for laboratory testing.
- Recorded test results and maintained accurate quality control.
- Communicated nonconforming results to production staff for corrective action.
- Proposed corrective actions to address recurring quality issues.
- Trained new team members on proper quality control techniques.
- Helped uncover and fix production problems in order to reduce overall defect rates.
- Reduced customer complaints by proactively addressing potential issues before products left the facility.
Heavy Equipment Operator
6 Months- Inspected equipment daily, reporting mechanical issues and safety concerns before starting shifts.
- Loaded and unloaded aggregate, concrete, and supplies following site instructions and weight limits.
- Maintained clean work areas by grading surfaces, removing debris, and supporting site preparation.
- Performed routine fueling, lubrication, and basic maintenance to keep equipment in service.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
Skills
Adaptability
teamwork
coordination
manual labor
leadership
Timeline
Plant Maintenance Technician
Knights Companies
10.2025 - 10.2026Read More
Floating Plant Manager
Knights Companies
08.2021 - 10.2025Read More
Portable Division Supervisor
Evans Concrete
01.2019 - 01.2021Read More
Plant Manager
Evans Concrete
07.2017 - 01.2019Read More
Quality Control Technician
Evans Concrete
02.2017 - 07.2017Read More
Heavy Equipment Operator
Evans Concrete
08.2016 - 02.2017Read More