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William Howard

Cosby,MO

Summary

Adept at leading teams and streamlining operations, I significantly enhanced maintenance efficiency and reduced downtime at Triumph Foods. My expertise in preventive maintenance and welding techniques, coupled with a strong ability to mentor and improve team productivity, showcases my results-driven approach and dedication to excellence in facilities management. Dedicated Maintenance Supervisor offering 1 year of successful team management in maintenance-driven roles. Adept at scheduling facilities maintenance to minimizing downtime and safety hazards. Well-versed in equipment troubleshooting and repair with focus on quality and efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Supervisor

Triumph Foods
09.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
  • Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
  • Supervised 8 employees and scheduled shifts.
  • Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
  • Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.

Maintenance Mechanic

Triumph Foods
09.2020 - 09.2023
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Maintained accurate records for all repairs, upgrades, and preventative measures taken on various equipment types.
  • Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Reduced downtime by troubleshooting and diagnosing complex mechanical issues for efficient resolution.
  • Conducted repairs on equipment to return machines and tools to functionality.
  • Diagnosed malfunctions and troubleshot issues.

Welder

Altec
01.2019 - 08.2020
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.

Welder

Process Manufacturing
02.2017 - 01.2019
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Proactively addressed potential hazards or equipment malfunctions before they escalated into serious problems.
  • Trained and supervised junior welders to use proper techniques, apply best practices and comply with quality standards.

Welding Supervisor

Valmont Newmark
03.2011 - 01.2016
  • Supervised welding projects for timely completion, ensuring adherence to blueprints and specifications.
  • Enhanced welding quality by implementing and enforcing strict safety and procedural guidelines.
  • Ensured consistent weld quality through frequent visual inspections and non-destructive testing methods.
  • Mentored junior welders, sharing industry expertise to improve their skill sets and productivity levels.

Education

High School Diploma -

Claremore High School
Claremore, OK
06.2008

Skills

  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Team Supervision
  • Facilities Maintenance
  • Maintenance recordkeeping
  • Troubleshooting
  • Welding Techniques
  • Employee Scheduling

Timeline

Maintenance Supervisor

Triumph Foods
09.2023 - Current

Maintenance Mechanic

Triumph Foods
09.2020 - 09.2023

Welder

Altec
01.2019 - 08.2020

Welder

Process Manufacturing
02.2017 - 01.2019

Welding Supervisor

Valmont Newmark
03.2011 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Claremore High School
William Howard