I am a skilled and experienced Journeyman Toolmaker with a very long history in the industrial and mechanical maintenance industry. I have worked and supervised in many areas beginning with my military career as a U.S. Army NCO and Engineer. I spent many years in the heavy truck and equipment maintenance and service industry as both a technician and supervisor. I am an experienced and trained welder and have an excellent working knowledge of most welding systems. I am a trained and experienced Tool maker with a technical certificate in machine tool technologies from Ivy Tech. community college where I graduated Cum Laude. I have completed an 8000 hour department of labor apprenticeship program as a toolmaker and have worked over 10 years in that field. I have spent the last 10 months working as a consultant and maintenance provider for local individuals and companies in the area and have proven my skill in most aspects of the maintenance profession. I would now like a position where I can combine all the skills and traits I have acquired to a position that would allow me to grow on the supervisory side of the business while applying the talents and skills I have learned coming up through the ranks, I am highly professional, dedicated and motivated with excellent interpersonal skills and outstanding leadership traits. Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Power point, Visio * Six sigma green belt, 5S trainer, LEAN manufacturing, Quality and process improvement. Maintenance consultant Jan 2018 - present Esquire maintenance and consulting - Monticello, In. Providing maintenance services and consulting to local companies and individuals in the Monticello area, with a heavy concentration on welding and fabrication and machine shop services. Journeyman Toolmaker Aug. 2004 - Jan. 2018 Fairfield Manufacturing Inc. - Lafayette, IN Used all aspects of tool room machines and processes including Manual, CNC, and CAD/CAM to create precision tools, gauges, and equipment. Insured final part conformed to Engineering prints and drawings using all the common tools and gauges associated with my trade, Lathes, Mills, Drills, Grinders, and most other types of machines used in an Industrial Tool Room environment including precision measuring instruments. Applied corrective actions when needed to resolve problems and insure the quality of the finished product, while always looking for opportunities to improve. Maintenance Manager May 2001 - Mar. 2004 Don Scharer Masonry Inc - West Lafayette, IN Supervised the maintenance department of a large local Construction company. Designed and implemented apreventive maintenance program for a sizable Fleet of trucks and heavy equipment numbering well over 100 pieces. Maintained a safe and clean work environment both in the shop and on numerous job sites simultaneously. Established and maintained a documenting and record keeping system to track preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, certifications, costs and outcomes. Worked withvendors to negotiate contracts, reduce cost, budget expenses and inventory parts and equipment, Collaborated with owners and finance to budget capital purchases, calculate ROI and determine cost benefits ratios. Effectively ensured the competency, training, safety and best practices of the maintenance staff. Cultivated a climate of professionalism and teamwork through leadership, counsel, guidance and example. Shop Foreman /Service writer/Lead Mechanic July 1997 - May 2001 Lafayette Truck and Trailer - Lafayette, IN Oversaw the efficient operation of a large commercial truck and equipment repair facility. Established best practices for the service, repair, maintenance, inspection and documentation of customer vehicles. Insured compliance with DOT, OSHA, State and Federal regulations. Established training and continuing education programs to affect the competency, skill and professionalism of the technicians. Trained and supported technicians in welding and mechanical systems. Required adherence to the safe work practices and cleanliness standards. Interacted with customers to document their complaints, estimate costs, schedule their work, record their concerns and insure their satisfaction. Established communications through all levels of the operation to guarantee accurate transmission of information. Inspired team mentality and advance team work with leadership and an emphasis on example.

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• Policies and Procedures
• Quality
• Service Work
• 5S
• Benefits
• CAT
• CNC
• Complaints
• Consulting
• Corrective Actions