Vincent Crans
New Castle,PA
Summary
Adaptable technician with a long record of safe equipment operation, clear communication, and hands-on problem solving. Experienced in training coworkers, responding to alarms, and coordinating with supervisors to keep production and field operations on track.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator Technician
RWE
New Castle, Pennsylvania
07.2025 - Current
- Monitored turbine controls and plant systems for RWE Renewable Operations.
- Completed routine equipment inspections and reported mechanical faults.
- Assisted maintenance crews during shutdowns and corrective repairs.
- Checked safety permits and followed lockout tagout procedures.
- Responded to alarms and coordinated troubleshooting with team members
- Communicated field conditions to operators and maintenance supervisors
- Cleaned work area at end of shift ensuring all tools were returned to their proper place.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers for performing repairs.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to prevent accidents or injuries on the job site.
- Identified root cause of failures using problem solving skills.
- Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-specification operation conditions.
- Set up, adjusted and operated a variety of machines to produce parts or products meeting quality standards.
- Trained other technicians in correct use of tools, safety procedures and machine operations techniques.
- Operated crane and hoist systems to move heavy objects in the facility.
- Loaded raw materials into production machinery.
Machine Operator Technician
US Liner
Cranberry, Pennsylvania
02.2011 - 2024
- Operated production equipment for US Liner manufacturing lines.
- Monitored machine settings during liner fabrication shifts.
- Inspected finished liners for quality and specification compliance.
- Loaded raw materials into production equipment for continuous operation.
- Performed routine cleaning on machines and workstations.
- Reported equipment issues to maintenance and supervisors.
- Followed safety procedures and plant operating standards.
- Assisted team members with packaging and material movement tasks.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
- Communicated with supervisors about any changes that need to be made during production runs.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance checks on all machinery including cleaning of machine parts.
- Trained new employees on how to use machinery properly for their own safety.
- Loaded materials into machines ensuring proper positioning of material in relation to the tooling used.
- Recorded data on daily production sheets accurately detailing number of items produced each day.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutters, blades, saws and other attachments as necessary.
- Set up and operate production machines to perform tasks such as cutting, forming, punching, drilling and assembly.
- Operated hoists, cranes and other lifting devices safely in order to move large objects around the facility.
- Identified defective parts from the production line by conducting visual inspections during operation of equipment.
- Inspected parts with precision measuring instruments and recorded results on inspection reports.
- Repaired worn tools or replaced them when necessary.
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
- Verified production orders prior to starting set-up.
- Inspected final results and compared to production order to support quality assurance.
- Removed broken or jammed pieces from machinery.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Adjusted guides and holding devices, reducing errors from potential misalignment or product movement.
- Checked raw material levels to maintain adequate stock for upcoming work.
- Loaded and set up equipment for daily machine operation.
- Monitored and recorded pressure readings, feed rates and other operational data.
- Documented materials used for each job to update inventory records.
- Operated manual machinery by turning handwheels and opening or closing valves.
- Operated heavy equipment for grading, excavation, and site preparation tasks.
- Inspected equipment before shifts and reported mechanical issues promptly.
- Followed safety procedures and maintained clear work zones around active crews.
- Loaded and moved materials using loaders, excavators, and other machinery.
- Performed routine cleaning and basic upkeep on equipment and attachments.
- Communicated with supervisors and crew members to coordinate daily work.
- Adjusted machine controls for rough terrain, trenches, and confined areas.
- Supported construction operations by handling soil, debris, and site materials.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Finished shop cleaning, servicing, and storing after each shift.
- Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
- Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
Equipment Operator
BPI
New Castle, Pennsylvania
03.2006 - 04.2010
- Moved finished materials using forklifts and pallet jacks across BPI facilities
- Followed quality standards while handling materials throughout BPI production processes
- Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
- Steered forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites.
- Transported material from one location to another using dump trucks and other vehicles.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with excavated material for transport to designated areas.
- Operated machinery on job sites to reduce accidents or injury.
- Checked equipment for defects before and after shift and submitted report indicating equipment condition.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Operated earthmoving machines to move soil and other material on heavy construction sites in preparation for further building.
- Participated actively in weekly safety meetings held by the site manager.
- Performed routine cleaning tasks on assigned equipment before returning it back into service.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Wilmington High School
New Wilmington, PA06-2005
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Lockout tagout
- Turbine controls
- Heavy equipment
- Safety inspections
Timeline
Operator Technician
RWE
07.2025 - Current
Machine Operator Technician
US Liner
02.2011 - 2024
Equipment Operator
BPI
03.2006 - 04.2010
High School Diploma -
New Wilmington High School