Zebulon Trent

Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on all forms of equipment inside and outside of Drake Exstrusion.

Performed repairs and pm on all of the knitting Mach in the Reidsville NC facility. Performed style changes and quality inspections to make sure they were running first quality product. For the last three years of my employment there I was the shift lead on third shift.

• Trained junior technicians on machine operation and maintenance protocols.
• Optimized production workflows, reducing downtime and enhancing efficiency.
• Diagnosed mechanical issues in knitting equipment and performed necessary repairs promptly.
• Implemented best practices for safety and compliance in the workplace environment.
• Troubleshot issues during production runs, quickly identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to industry safety standards and company guidelines.

• Oversee daily operations of mechanical team, ensuring efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks.
• Mentor junior mechanics, providing guidance on complex repairs and fostering skill development.
• Develop and implement maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues, applying advanced problem-solving techniques for effective resolutions.
• Evaluate team performance regularly, implementing improvements based on feedback and operational needs.
• Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
• Diagnosed mechanical failures to determine and delegate corrective actions.