Continuous Improvement Control Systems

VAN SNIPES *** MELANIE JEAN DR.

MCDONOUGH, GA ***52

OUBL678-270-8260

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ACCOMPLISMENTS:

Fostered a collaborative team environment, leading to improved communication and smoother coordination among maintenance staff. Developed strong relationships with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment between maintenance and other departments for efficient operations. Mentored and trained junior staff, improving

EXPERIENCE

DART CONTAINER - LITHONIA, GA DEC – 2023- PRESENT

MAINTENACE SUPERVISOR

Supervised and promoted safety, quality, and compliance with GMP standards and regulations.

Led teams to achieve operational goals in Safety, Quality, Efficiency, and Employee Development.

Managed preventive and predictive maintenance programs, increasing equipment uptime and reliability.

Developed and implemented cost-effective strategies to optimize labor and equipment utilization.

Coordinated proactive maintenance schedules with planners and production teams.

Monitored KPIs, identifying trends and implementing corrective actions for continuous improvement.

Led root-cause analysis to resolve recurring equipment failures and improve operational efficiency.

Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical issues in automated production lines.

Troubleshot and analyzed control systems, resolving hardware/software configuration issues.

Installed, maintained, and repaired hydraulic, pneumatic, and plumbing systems.

Operated Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT), hoists, cranes, and aerial lifts for maintenance tasks.

Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to plan and execute repairs.

Utilized predictive maintenance technologies to monitor equipment performance and prevent failures.

Conducted preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and improve operational efficiency.

Used SAP Preventive Maintenance (PM) and Work Order Process to track assignments and repairs.

Trained and mentored junior maintenance mechanics, enhancing team performance.

Ensured adherence to Leader Standard Work, auditing processes and enforcing corrective measures.

NIAGARA– ATLANTA, GA JUNE-2023 – NOV-2023

MAINTENACE TECHNICIAN

Troubleshot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems using schematics, technical drawings, and testing equipment to ensure optimal operation.

Repaired equipment, fixtures, systems, conveyors, and other facility machinery, reducing downtime and enhancing productivity.

Modified, lubricated, diagnosed, and operated equipment in accordance with Niagara’s defined processes and safety standards.

Maintained industrial control systems, ensuring continuous functionality and addressing any performance issues.

I collaborated with team members and worked independently to complete repairs efficiently and safely within set deadlines.

DELTA AIRPORT– ATLANTA, GA SEPT-2022 – JUNE-2023

GSE MECHANIC- UNIFI AVIATION

Performs preventative and routine maintenance such as oil changes, replacing/adding coolants and fluids, brake and tire changes, etc. on ground equipment.

Performs minor/major repair of ground support equipment such as carburetors, starter motors, alternators, batteries, radiators, hydraulic drive components, diesel engines, etc.

Transports vehicles to be repaired by driving, towing, or pushing vehicles into service bay.

Inspect parts and/or motor vehicles to identify defective or broken parts, proper fluid levels and general wear.

Troubleshoot problems with ground support and stationery equipment.

Receives work orders and obtains the necessary tools required for the repair.

Completes work orders and provides status on any "open" work orders.

Ensures tools and equipment are maintained in an effective, safe working condition.

Orders parts, stock’s part and maintains inventory with accurate record keeping.

Assists GSE Mechanic (Skilled) as required.

Performs other related duties as assigned within the appropriate skill and experience capabilities expected for this position.

NORFOLK SOUTHERN – ATLANTA, GA MAY 2006 – SEPT- 2022

CONDUCTOR/ LOCOMOTIVE ENGINEER

Inspect locomotive for operational readiness by making FRA and company required checks and tests.

Receives trains consists which provides the physical make-up of trains and includes weights, lengths, location of loads and empties, and cars requiring special handling.

Applies knowledge of territory, including terrain grades, curves, and grade crossings

Confer with conductors or traffic control center personnel via radiophones to issue and receive information concerning stops, delays, or oncoming trains.

Interpret train orders, signals, and railroad rules and regulations that govern the operation of locomotives and understand the rules of the FRA.

Monitor gauges and meters that measure speed, amperage, battery charge, and air pressure in brake lines and main reservoirs.

GEORGIA SPICE CO. -ATLANTA, GA SEPT 2005 – MAY 2006

LEAD TECHNICIAN

Manage daily scheduling of production.

Set up and troubleshot PLC control production lines, wire benders, press welders and die presses.

Repair, maintain, perform PM’s and pneumatic control switches.

Perform training/ maintenance techniques on a variety of equipment.

Coordinate procedures for facility and equipment maintenance/modification, including replacement.

Adjust line feeder programs.

Train new operators and mechanics on reboots, MIG welding turn tables, and resistance welding.

Inspect calibrate and maintain records for the company.

Audit production lines to ensure quality and safety.

FLANDERS FILTER – ATLANTA, GA JUNE 2004 – JULY 2005

SERVICE MANAGER

Schedules, directs and provides technical support for havoc technicians to meet customers’ expectations.

Recruits, interviews, hires and trains havoc technicians.

Supervises the havoc techs to effectively perform the functions of equipment.

Reviews technicians’ work to ensure quality and safety requirements and make recommendations.

PFIZER PHARMACEUTICAL – BROOKLYN, NY APRIL 1991 – MARCH 2004

LEAD MAINTEANCE TECHNICIANS

Manage daily scheduling of production workload to set up run-on machinery.

Set up and run CNC mills for medical and various other manufacturing parts.

Audit production lines to ensure quality is being met FDA standards as well.

Set up and Troubleshot PLC control production lines.

Repair, maintain, troubleshoot, and perform PMs on conveyor systems.

Perform training/maintenance techniques on a variety of equipment.

Coordinate procedures for facility and safety training.

CERFTIFICATIONS AND TRAINING

Welding

Railroad Locomotive Engineer

Train the Trainer-

EDUCATION

Apex Technical School

434 Broadway, New York, NY 10013

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