THEODORE W. DIXON

** ********* **. ******, ** 812-***-**** adcsfq@r.postjobfree.com

Technical Maintenance Manager

Exceptionally skilled Technical Maintenance Manager with an exceptional record of process improvements and the development of preventative maintenance programs that result in cost savings and improved operational efficiencies. Proven ability to lead, train, and develop technicians to deliver strong repair and maintenance services, including safety assurance. Implements technological tools and inventory controls to increase maintenance program efficiency and save further operational costs.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Preventative Maintenance Programs, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Control Inventory, Machining, Welding, Draft, & Layout Blueprints, Hydraulic & Air Systems, Millwright Precision Alignment, General Building Maintenance, Plumbing,Electrical Systems, Process Improvements, Team Management & Training,Technology Tools, Safety Auditing & Maintenance, Conveyors – Screw, Chain, Belt and Drag, Pumps –Centrifuge, Diaphragm, Reciprocating and Positive displacement Dewatering- Vetters press, Guald press, Franino press, Paddle screens and Larox press Centrifuges- Merco, Alfa Lava, Flottweg and Sharples. Mills- Hammer, Pin mills, Pellet mills, Grind mills and knife mills Grain handling systems and storage Boilers- Zuren coal fired, Superior Gas fired and Nebraska gas fired, Feeder Valves and Air Locks, Fans, Blowers and Gear boxs

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Westech Building, Mt Vernon IN.

Maintenance Manager

2018 To Present

Managed all aspects of program development, including forecasting and administering the annual budget, planning and scheduling outages and systematically addressing equipment problems to prioritize essential repairs and accommodate all needed repairs and maintenance of all equipment to Improved operational safety and increased equipment run-times through effective preventative maintenance scheduling and execution.

AK Steel, Rockport IN.

Process Maintenance Planner

2016 To 2018

Plan daily Maintenance and Downturn work for Process Pickling area working closely with Production department to ensure minimal downtime on the line. Develop PM and work orders for equipment work with engineering on project and upgrades to the line. Work with contractors on project and downturn work while insuring that all parts are ordered and requisitions are in for labor.

AK Steel Rockport IN.

Shift Manager Maintenance

Shift Maintenance Pickling department five man maintenance crew main goal to keep both CPL and APL lines going on shift. Ensure that all PM and breakdowns work is completed in a timely manner with minimal loss of production.

PACIFIC ETHANOL, Pekin, IL

(Aventine, Acquired by Pacific July 2015)

2015-2016

Technical Services Manager

Ensure optimum plant operations by directing equipment maintenance and repair, using mechanical and engineering expertise to analyze, identify, and repair problems. Actively prioritize and review maintenance plans and equipment to optimize operational time, increase productivity, and cut cost by reducing downtime and waste. Minimize production interruptions by immediately addressing unplanned outages and scheduling planned maintenance outages for least possible impact on production. Increase safety and meet regulatory compliance standards. Collaborate with internal teams, management, and stakeholders to share information and develop open lines of communication regarding plant operations, resulting in improved decision-making. Managed the maintenance and repair of equipment across four food-grade yeast, feed and fuel grade ethanol, including Vogel Busch, ICM, and Delta T at 310 MMGY facilities. Oversaw multiple improvement projects and analyzed equipment and systems to troubleshoot issues and improve reliability. Coordinated maintenance with production schedules to minimize production downtime, and worked with internal and external teams to complete projects on time and within project cost forecast. Successfully managed 10 projects with a total budget of $760k. Improved safety by performing essential maintenance on API 570 and 653 and inspecting all plant’s for safety compliance.

ABENGOA BIOENERGY, Mt. Vernon, IN 2013 – 2015

Maintenance Manager

Successfully implemented a comprehensive Preventative Maintenance program at a 110 MMGY ICM Fuel Ethanol Plant that had no centralized maintenance management for over a year. Managed all aspects of program development, including forecasting and administering the annual budget, planning and scheduling spring outage, and systematically addressing equipment problems to prioritize essential repairs and accommodate all needed repairs and maintenance of all equipment. Improved operational safety and increased equipment run-times through effective preventative maintenance scheduling and execution.

AVENTINE RENEWABLE ENERGY, Mt. Vernon, IN 2011 – 2013

Maintenance Manager,

Ensured equipment reliability at a 110 MMGY Delta T Fuel Ethanol Plant by managing 10 maintenance technicians and supervising and evaluating their daily activities. Created a Preventative Maintenance program that resulted in improved equipment operation and facilitated the achievement of production goals. Implemented several process improvements and training initiatives. Improved maintenance team productivity by developing and managing a maintenance store-room and its inventory, ensuring all required stock was available as per scheduled maintenance. Reduced lead time for work orders and improved maintenance project tracking by implementing the Main saver program and training technicians to use the program.

TATE & LYLE, Loudon, TN 2000 – 2011

Reliability Coordinator,

2007 – 2011

Executed root cause analysis for the entire plant, and handled IR for the entire plant and oil lab. Managed 2 PDM Techs and 4 Lubrication Techs to ensure high standards of performance. Directed the preventative maintenance program, which resulted in exceptional cost savings. Slashed costs by $500k per year by reducing equipment breakdowns through effective preventative maintenance.

TATE & LYLE, Loudon, TN

Maintenance Manager,

2006 – 2007

Directed the maintenance department and all activities including 54 technicians with a $1.4M operational Budget for salaries, maintenance, equipment, and inventory. Achieved the company’s goal to remain below budget by implementing process improvements and developing personnel to work more efficiently. Actively prioritize and review maintenance plans and equipment to optimize operational time, increase productivity, and cut cost by reducing downtime and waste. Minimize production interruptions by immediately addressing unplanned outages and scheduling planned maintenance outages for least possible impact on production.

TATE & LYLE, Loudon, TN

Area Maintenance Coordinator, 2002 – 2006

Coordinated the maintenance of multiple areas of the plant, including the Wet Mill, Feed House, Germ Press, Boiler House, Silos, Barge, Waste Treatment, and Distillation. Scheduled and performed preventative maintenance to ensure optimum operation. Designed and implemented a successful preventative maintenance program that reduced equipment repair and replacement costs. Involved in capital project Rebuild of 90’ rotary steam tub dryer, two 100 ton chiller, two Frannino dewatering presses and the rebuild of two RTO units.

TATE & LYLE, Loudon, TN

Maintenance Technician, 2000 – 2002

Expertly performed breakdown maintenance, unwired motors, and machined parts to keep company manufacturing equipment in good working order.

Institute for construction Education, Decatur, IL

Millwright Instructor 1995-2000

Certified Millwright Instructor for the National Center for Construction Education, taught night classes level 1 through 5. My classes were set up with 2 hours of class room and 2 hours of hands on in the shop.

Harmony Corporation, Decatur, IL

Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Forman,

Maintenance Supervisor 1992-2000

Corn Wet Milling Company high fructose corn sweetener, dry starch and feed. Maintenance tech for 1 year as contract maintenance for Tate and Lyle. Forman 3 years in the Wet Mill unit, Supervisor for 5 years over preventive maintenance crew it consisted of setting up PM programs and putting the programs into service. Also taking care of all break downs in the plant. As Supervisor I managed five Forman and sixty maintenance techs, maintaining all aspects of maintenance from projects to area maintenance, break down and preventative.

Agra-Fab/ Hydro-Gear

Maintenance Technician, Machinist, Line supervisor,

Assembly Worker 1986 – 1992

Assembly line worker for one year, Supervisor over parts room for one year then moved in to Transmission Development as a machinist, this consisted of building parts from prints assembling them and testing them on the dynameter until failure. At that point would disassembled and give root cause to the failure and make appropriate upgrade to parts and assembly line. Was involved in construction of new building for the Trans axel and at that time moved into maintenance that included the setup of new assembly lines and moving some line from Iowa to Illinois.

TRAINING

Certified Millwright Instructor, National Center for Construction Education and Research, Institute

for Construction Education, Decatur, IL

Training Courses: Supervision Safety Scaffold Building: Crane Operator: CIS 5200 Lab Oil Lab: BIR Pump

Hazmat & First Responder: Main saver Maintenance Program: SAP Maintenance Program

REFERENCES

John Valenti

Plant Manager Alltech Winchester, KY,

PH. 812-***-****

Mark Beemer

CEO Aventine Renewable Energy

PH. 816-***-****

Art Hermmerline

Biofuel and Food Manufacturing Professional

PH. 309-***-****

Education

1967 to 1980

Graduated from Mattoon High School

Major Course Vocational Building Trades

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