Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Wayne Vaughn

Auto-wares / Mid 5 Auto
Redford Charter Twp,MI
41
years of professional experience

Dependable operations professional with 20+ years of experience in warehouse management and industrial maintenance. Skilled in organization, time management, inventory control, and team training. Strong record of leading crews, improving reliability, and supporting safe, efficient work environments.

Work History

Warehouse, Delivery and Counter

4 Months
Auto-wares / Mid 5 Auto | 06.2026 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Maintenance Manager /Maintenance Supervisor

23 Years 3 Months
JSP Resins | 01.1998 - 04.2021
  • Coordinated maintenance schedules to support continuous resin manufacturing operations.
  • Directed preventive maintenance programs for production equipment, utilities, and facility systems.
  • Led troubleshooting for mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic equipment failures.
  • Managed spare parts inventory and critical replacement component sourcing.
  • Supervised maintenance staff, assigning work orders and verifying repair quality.
  • Implemented safety procedures to support compliance with plant maintenance standards.
  • Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
  • Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
  • Trained maintenance technicians to apply proper techniques and best practices and comply with safety protocols.
  • Managed a team of technicians, providing guidance and support for skill development and performance improvement.
  • Documented inventory of spare parts to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Supervised 16 employees and scheduled shifts.
  • Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.

Maintenance and Construction Electrician

3 Years 1 Month
Wisne Automation | 06.1994 - 07.1997
  • Installed conduit, wiring, and control panels for maintenance and construction projects.
  • Read blueprints and schematics to execute accurate electrical layouts and repairs.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on motors, circuits, and production equipment.
  • Troubleshot industrial electrical systems to restore equipment reliability and minimize downtime.

Warehouse Manager

6 Years 9 Months
Interstate Batteries | 03.1986 - 12.1992
  • Directed warehouse operations, aligning receiving, storage, and shipping workflows with daily demand.
  • Supervised inventory control, maintaining accurate stock records and resolved discrepancies quickly.
  • Supervised inventory control, maintaining accurate stock records and resolved discrepancies quickly.
  • Implemented safety procedures, reinforcing compliance with warehouse standards and equipment protocols.
  • Trained associates on material handling, dock procedures, and quality expectations.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
  • Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
  • Built motivated warehouse team to consistently accomplish operations goals and exceed performance targets.

Education

GED

Northwestern High Schppl | Detroit, MI

Humax Training Systems

Detroit MI

Certification obtained

Industrial Battery maintenance and repair

Troubleshooting

Practical Electricity

woodwork

Pipefitting

Skills

Customer service
Problem resolution
Problem-solving
Time management
Time organization
Attention to detail
Multitasking skills
Collaborative teamwork
Multitasking
Dependability
Organizational skills
Decision-making
Calm under pressure
Friendly
positive attitude

Timeline

Warehouse, Delivery and Counter

Auto-wares / Mid 5 Auto
06.2026 - CurrentRead More

Maintenance Manager /Maintenance Supervisor

JSP Resins
01.1998 - 04.2021Read More

Maintenance and Construction Electrician

Wisne Automation
06.1994 - 07.1997Read More

Warehouse Manager

Interstate Batteries
03.1986 - 12.1992Read More

Northwestern High Schppl

GED
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Wayne Vaughn