Preventative Maintenance Machine Technician

Clement Gri+ith

gri$**********@*****.*** / +832******* / Spring, TX

Summary

Experienced Machine Technician with a strong background in equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and process optimization. Adept at operating and maintaining complex machinery, ensuring safety compliance, and driving operational efficiency in a manufacturing environment. Proven ability to resolve operational issues, conduct preventative maintenance, and lead root cause investigations to improve process reliability and quality. Skilled in training personnel and managing operational handovers to ensure the success of 24/7 operations. Experience

Machine Technician

Anheuser-Busch / Ardagh Glass Plant — Houston, TX

January 2001 – July 2024

• Operated and maintained I.S. Press & Blow machines and associated forming hot end equipment to ensure high-quality production, consistent with safety regulations, and production targets.

• Performed regular rounds on machinery and conducted preventative maintenance to minimize downtime and maintain operational efficiency.

• Diagnosed and resolved operational issues promptly to prevent equipment failure and optimize process performance.

• Monitored and adjusted machinery systems (including hot end coating systems) to ensure product quality consistency across production runs.

• Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot and implement corrective actions for recurring equipment issues, using root cause analysis (RCA) techniques to enhance system reliability.

• Led the review, development, and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures

(SOPs) to ensure operational consistency and adherence to industry safety regulations.

• Trained and mentored junior technicians and machine operators, enhancing team capabilities and reducing recurring operational issues.

• Conducted risk evaluations and safety assessments, ensuring compliance with company and industry safety standards.

• Utilized Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) for maintenance tracking, ensuring detailed records were maintained for repairs and adjustments.

• Supported emergency shutdowns, stabilized processes during abnormal situations, and responded promptly to emergencies to maintain operational safety and prevent critical limit breaches.

Certifications

• Journeyman License

• TWIC Card Certified

Skills

• Equipment Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Process Optimization & Performance Monitoring

• Preventative Maintenance

• Safety Compliance & Risk Evaluation

• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

• Process Integration & Equipment Operation

• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

• Team Training & Development

• Emergency Response & Shutdown Procedures

• CMMS & Maintenance Records Management

Education

• High School Diploma

Kashmere High School — Houston, TX

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