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William Lawhorn

Butler,GA

Summary

Accomplished Mechanical Maintenance Planner at International Paper, adept in project management and risk mitigation, significantly reducing downtime by efficiently scheduling preventative maintenance. Demonstrated expertise in SAP Planning/Accounting and a strong customer focus, leading to successful management of multi-million-dollar projects and fostering cross-functional team collaboration for optimal project outcomes.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mechanical Maintenance Planner

International Paper
03.2018 - Current
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align goals and ensure project success.
  • Optimized inventory control, reducing waste and improving cost efficiency.
  • Identified potential risks, implementing mitigation plans to minimize impact on project timelines.
  • Worked directly with production personnel to resolve production scheduling issues and conflicts.
  • Prioritized schedules to meet project goals and overall customer satisfaction.
  • Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, strategizing for on-time, high-quality deliverables.
  • Estimated time and materials for projects to assist management in making informed decisions on project budgets.
  • Reduced downtime by efficiently scheduling preventative maintenance programs for critical machines.
  • Managed successful day-to-day operations of projects by maximizing productivity from available resources.
  • Successfully managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines.
  • Streamlined communication channels for enhanced collaboration between departments during the planning stages of projects.
  • Evaluated key performance indicators regularly, making data-driven adjustments to plans when necessary.
  • Monitored and tracked progress of projects using Gantt charts and project management software.
  • Evaluated proposals from vendors and contractors, selecting those that provided optimal value while meeting project requirements.
  • Recognized potential issues with inventory and quality control and engineered changes.
  • Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
  • Monitored and controlled maintenance expenditures to meet budget (2023 - 1,915,000).
  • Provided technical expertise during equipment procurement process, ensuring selected machinery met organizational needs and requirements.

Product Unit Wet End Mechanical Area Owner

International Paper
07.2010 - 03.2018
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with operations, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Daily equipment inspections, PM's, and repairs to help keep the process reliable.
  • Communicate issues to the Maintenance and Operations teams to set priorities for repairs.
  • Request quotes and order parts needed to maintain and repair the process equipment.
  • Coordinate and manage contractor work during planned maintenance outages.
  • Maintained, improved and implemented safety systems to ensure a safe work environment.
  • Maintained mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems to keep systems working together correctly.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new machinery into existing production lines.
  • Contributed to cost savings initiatives by identifying areas for improvement in maintenance practices and suggesting innovative solutions for reducing expenses.

Product Unit Mechanical Maintenance

International Paper
07.2008 - 07.2010
  • Lead and perform outage repairs, PM's and improvements for equipment reliability and safety.
  • Manage and assist contracted work completed in the Product unit.
  • Contributed to a safer working environment by addressing potential hazards and promptly resolving any issues found during routine checks.
  • Served as an on-call technician, providing prompt response and resolution to emergency situations that required immediate attention.
  • Create work notifications for needed parts and repairs.
  • Daily routes to ensure proper operation of the equipment to keep the process reliable and safe.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on electrical and instrumentation equipment.

Millwright General Foreman

Fru-Con
02.2003 - 07.2008
  • Reviewed blueprints, schematics, and manuals to accurately diagnose mechanical issues or plan installations more effectively.
  • Coordinated emergency response efforts during unexpected equipment failures to minimize production losses while prioritizing worker safety.
  • Developed comprehensive training programs to improve the skillset of millwrights, resulting in increased productivity levels.
  • Ensured safe working environments by enforcing company safety policies and procedures among team members.
  • Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
  • Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
  • Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
  • Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
  • Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with a .002" plant standard.
  • Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
  • Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
  • Estimated time and materials for projects to assist management in making informed decisions on project budgets.
  • Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
  • Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
  • Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
  • Managed efficient teams of up to 100 employees.

Education

No Degree - Nursing

Georgia College
Milledgeville, GA

High School Diploma -

Taylor County High School
Butler, GA
05.1992

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Data Management
  • Customer Focus
  • Environmental awareness
  • Materials Preparation
  • Contingency Planning
  • Microsoft Office
  • Scheduling
  • SAP Planning / Accounting
  • Risk Mitigation

Certification

  • Certified Maintenance Planner, Marshall Institute
  • Certified ROTALIGN Laser Alignment, Voelzow & Company
  • Certified Millwright, NCCER

Timeline

Mechanical Maintenance Planner

International Paper
03.2018 - Current

Product Unit Wet End Mechanical Area Owner

International Paper
07.2010 - 03.2018

Product Unit Mechanical Maintenance

International Paper
07.2008 - 07.2010

Millwright General Foreman

Fru-Con
02.2003 - 07.2008

No Degree - Nursing

Georgia College

High School Diploma -

Taylor County High School

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