Maintenance Technician turned manager
Resume:
BRUCE A. VEASEY
********@*****.***
SUMMARY: Dependable, hard-working manager with methodical troubleshooting skills, proven people skills, experienced at devising and implementing long-term solutions for mechanical, staffing, and production problems in a highly competitive manufacturing environment. Known for my ability to effectively work under pressure, multi-task and positively impact work team production results. Strengths include:
. Trouble-shooting production equipment
. System start up and preventive maintenance
. Ability to read schematics: hydraulic, electrical, mechanical and pneumatic
. Familiar with electrical and hydraulic troubleshooting, repairs and planned maintenance scheduling and performance . Experienced with PLC's, familiar with proper battery maintenance and inspection
. Experienced leading production environment with more than 60 employees.
. Experienced in conducting interviews, evaluating employee performance, and conducting reviews as well as positive and negative feedback.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Zacros, Hedwin division, Newark De
January 2020 – present Production Manager
Directed production supervisors to maintain production goals while emphasizing quality standards and adherence to positive manufacturing practices.
Rewrote and implemented work instructions to minimize changeover times, and reduce mishaps
Worked alongside the management team to increase efficiency, reduce downtime, reduce injuries, and bolster morale.
Led the production team in project roll outs, and worked with engineering to help produce new products and implement new tracking systems.
Nov 2017- January 2020 Shift Supervisor
Directed production to meet goals based on production schedules and changing needs of customers.
Worked with employees to find and correct deficiencies in products, and make improvements to work flow.
Learned the strengths and weaknesses of my employees, and helped to train and mentor whenever possible, as well as encourage growth, and learning while matching tasks to individual abilities.
Handled disciplinary issues as they arose.
Worked alongside every department in the company, from shipping; to make last minute deadlines, to engineering; to help find solutions for product failures.
Feb 2015- Nov 2017 Maintenance Technician
Assisted in the setup of numerous machines, including extruders, formers, conveyors, injection molders, scales, and assembly accessories.
Troubleshoot production problems as they arise, and make repairs as needed.
Handle off duty technical support, when needed, and handle call-ins when solutions can’t be found in a phone call.
Assisted in erection of material handling systems, including vacuum loaders, and mixers, as well as support systems, like forklift battery chargers, and watering stations.
Supports management when the need arises.
Works closely with vendors and specialists to make deadlines, and to get the equipment online.
Bloom Energy, Newark De (Aerotek)
Nov 2014- Feb 2015 F.I.T. (final integration and testing)
Installed and tested natural gas energy conversion units.
Troubleshot and tested units as they were completed by production.
Worked with engineers from around the world, including India, and California, to make sure the equipment was both safe and functional.
Pandrol USA, Swedesboro, NJ
Sep 2014- Nov 2014 Maintenance technician
Ensured operation of production equipment, including hydraulic presses, steel benders, and squelching equipment.
Performed periodic maintenance on a variety of equipment.
Assisted in improving safety equipment for squelching conveyors.
Refurbished old steel benders, and completely rewired an assembler, that was out of service for an extended period of time.
Kubetech Custom Molding, Newark, DE 2008-2014 Senior Maintenance Mechanic
. Ensured operation of production machinery and mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, pneumatic & conveyor systems. . Skilled & perceptive at identifying & prioritizing actual & potential equipment failures ensuring continuous run of machinery equipment & facility maintenance systems. . Managed & oversaw test troubleshooting & repair personnel to ensure proper operation, attainment of production & compliance with safety regulations. . Demonstrated safe work practices ensuring safety of personnel & safe operation of equipment, including, but not limited to: lockout/tagout, system check of air compressor, performed preventative maintenance on machinery during scheduled down time. . Participated in Continuous Improvement including: Autonomous Maintenance, Planned Maintenance, Problem Solving, Component Failure Analysis, & 5S activities. . Developed, & performed preventative maintenance procedures on all machinery equipment such as injection molding presses, hydraulic & electric machines. . Ability to troubleshoot, maintain & repair complex industrial machinery both in production setting & non production setting, as well as mechanical, electrical, pneumatic & hydraulic systems. . Located sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems, following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, & engineering specifications troubleshooting malfunctions. . Maintained safety & cleanliness standards of equipment & work area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. . Performed various plant maintenance functions to maintain the general operation of the facility such as; assemble and install new equipment and machines, make modifications to existing equipment as required to, reduce downtime and maximize effectiveness.
Eastern Lift Truck Co., Halethorpe, MD 2004-2007 Forklift Technician . Performed proper PM's in a timely manner, maintained properly use the right tools on the job.
. Operated service van in a clean, safe, and secure manner, following all required safety rules for the job. . Replaced and repaired major components including electric and hydraulic parts, properly identify and order all necessary replacement parts. . Retrieved parts location on the shop for daily disribution and shipment to the customer. . Followed all safety procedures in performing work as well as company policies, demonstrated exceptional customer service skills. . Attended classes for Electrical, Hydraulic, and Internal combustion troubleshooting responsibilities. . Operated and maintained inventory for a company vehicle and performed planned maintenance for the customers. . Maintains assigned service vehicle in areas of cleanliness, daily maintenance and inspections and complies with all state laws while operating company vehicle.
RITE AID, Perryman, MD 2000-2004 Mechanic Level 2
. Attended multiple classes such as electrical troubleshooting and maintenance provided by Alliance, administered safety classes on all aspects both work and home. . Ensured all health and safety guidelines are followed; consistently report issues in a timely and accurate manner to the Supervisor. Followed proper lockout/tag out procedures. . Responsible for monitoring the machinery to insure product meets quality and production standards. . Assisted with set-up of assigned machine(s) to ensure daily production goals are met, coordination of product change-overs to maximize line efficiencies, and problem solving to ensure minimal down time. . Maintained and troubleshoot electrical forklifts including EV-100 systems, Access1,2,3 systems, hydraulic, and external baler components. . Performed repairs for label applicator scanner & application system. . Inspected and troubleshoot Rapistan conveyors, including padded chain driven, line shaft driven, and air bladder and photo sensor systems.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING CECIL COMMUNITY COLLEGE, Northeast, MD 2004
. ELT 101 & ELT 102 completed
ENGEL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM, York, PA 2013
. ECB Training, attended for Engel injection molding systems
MILACRON Plastics Technologies Group, Cincinnati, Ohio 2012
. Certificate of Completion Level 1 Hydraulic
Professional references:
Paul Marino Maintenance manager at Rexam, and later, Maintenance Manager at Zacros
P: 302-***-****
Levi Long Maintenance technician at Rexam
P: 302-***-****
Ryan MacAulay Supply chain Manager at Zacros
P: 302-***-****
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