Wayne Neighbors

• Maintained and repaired processing equipment for grain handling operations.
• Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance issues, reducing potential downtime.
• Supported troubleshooting efforts by identifying issues in machinery performance. mechanical failures to ensure efficient operations.
• Conducted preventive maintenance and repairs on equipment.
• Performed preventive maintenance on industrial machinery and equipment.
• Replaced worn parts on machinery to enhance operational reliability.
• Replaced worn-out belts, chains, sprockets, gears, bearings and other components.
• Inspected moving parts for wear or damage on a regular basis to prevent breakdowns.
• Dismantled defective machines and reassembled them after repairs were made.
• Monitored machine operation and verified performance met production requirements.
• Utilized hoists to safely lift and position heavy machinery during maintenance tasks. and tools to safely handle and move parts and equipment.
• Conducted tests on repaired machines to ensure proper operation before returning them to service.
• Identified mechanical issues through visual inspection and testing of components.
• Operated hand tools and power tools for various repair tasks effectively.
• Maintained safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and standards, fostering compliance.
• Assisted in the installation of new production lines according to blueprints and diagrams.
• Assisted in the installation of new equipment and systems.

Interpreted technical specifications from blueprints

Specialized in core repair, ensuring optimal functionality and longevity of tooling components

• Maintained a positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
• Worked on all dies in the shop
• Read blueprints
• Performed welding on core tips to enhance durability
• Spotted cores in dyes
• Spotted dies

Very good with hand tools grinding and polishing of all parts of dies

• Maintained and repaired precision tooling for production machinery.
• Machined parts for injection molds
• Welded broke parts on tools and did all finish work and polishing
• Did all the quick repairs on day shift
• Conducted quality inspections on tools and parts
• Coordinated with production teams to minimize downtime during tool changes.
• Performed operator-based preventive maintenance on mechanical systems and managed disassembly, cleaning and reassembly.

• Managed daily operations and ensured efficient workflow.
• Supervised daily operations by establishing procedures and monitoring team performance.
• Guided team to consistently achieve daily, weekly and monthly production goals.
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• Developed and implemented procedures for the efficient operation of the shop.
• Trained and supervised staff on product knowledge and customer service.
• Oversaw the recruitment, training and development of new staff members.
• Monitored staff performance and provided feedback and guidance as necessary.
• Scheduled staff shifts according to business needs.
• Coordinated employee schedules to optimize staffing during peak hours.
• Examined supply and raw material levels to determine shortages and make necessary adjustments.
• Developed inventory management strategies to maintain stock levels.
• Enforced company policies regarding employee conduct, attendance, dress code.
• Ensured compliance with all relevant health, safety and security regulations.
• Resolved customer inquiries and complaints effectively and professionally.
• Responded to customer inquiries in a timely manner.
• Led employee performance evaluations and rewarded top performers to retain quality personnel.
• Had 3 team leaders and 22 employees in my department

• Welded A class dies and completed finish work, enhancing durability and performance.
• Maintained assigned die family to ensure optimal performance
• Executed repairs on trim steels for trim dies, restoring operational efficiency.
• Utilized hand tools such as die grinders ,grinders,all hand tools to repair dies
• Did quick repairs in progressive presses
• Spotted dies and punches.