Thank you for taking the time to look at my resume. My experience with Holcim as a Maintenance Planner, Maintenance employee, and Electrician have given me a broad range of expertise in this field, and I am looking forward to finding a position with a new employer that will allow me to use those skills to meet the company’s goals.
I would like to have the opportunity to further discuss this position with you. I have enclosed my resume, and I would be happy to answer any questions you have regarding my skills and experience. I can be reached during the day at 573-242-3571 extension 1235, or in the evening at 573-754-3468.
Thank you for your time, and I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Jim Akers
James J. Akers
1906 Marion Drive
Louisiana, MO 63353
573-754-3468 (home) 573-754-2871 (cell)
jkcakers[at]sbcglobal.net
OBJECTIVE: Highly motivated Maintenance Planner with several years of progressive experience with heavy manufacturing environment seeking a challenging position to utilize communication and leadership skills.
SUMMARY: 8 year history of promotion through mechanical and electrical maintenance departments of Holcim, a worldwide cement manufacturer. Experience in all facets of maintenance, including identifying and analyzing problems, contracting with suppliers for needed parts and services, installation and repair of equipment, and follow up to ensure success. Supervisory experience with both direct and indirect reports and contractors, as well as extensive experience in young adult supervision from 7 years as a teacher.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
2006 to present Maintenance Planner Holcim (US) Inc., Clarksville, MO
2003 to 2006 Mechanical Maintenance
2000 to 2003 Electrical Maintenance
1999 to 2000 Production Laborer
Holcim (US) Inc. is a world class manufacturer of Portland cement. As a maintenance planner, develop, prioritize and communicate daily, weekly and 13 week schedules for maintenance departments, for up to 30 maintenance technicians. Directly supervise two preventative maintenance employees. Source materials and contract labor for projects, including reviewing bids, selecting contractors, ensuring site specific training, and project follow up. Assist in creating and meeting maintenance and capital improvement budgets. Create, prioritize, schedule and track work orders using SAP. Lead projects to analyze processes for improvement.
As a maintenance and electrical technician, ensure the efficient operation of all equipment in the plant, including preventative maintenance, new equipment installation, and troubleshooting to identify and resolve failures. Maintain production equipment including a coal mill, ball grinding mills, a wet process kiln, conveying systems, dust reduction systems, barge loading systems and a river supplied process water system. Participate in ongoing education including industry specific classes, apprenticeships with journeyman maintenance and electrical technicians, and ICS courses.
1995 to 1999 Industrial Technology Instructor Hannibal Middle School (MO)
1994 to 1995 Industrial Technology Instructor Keokuk High School (IA)
1992 to 1994 Industrial Technology Instructor Revere High School (MO)
Instructed 20+ students per class in Industrial Technology subjects including manufacturing skills, small engine repair, woodworking and metalworking. Supervised an Industrial Arts club, field trips to manufacturers and state contests, and other extracurricular activities.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Master of Education Administration, 1999, William Woods University, Fulton, MO
Bachelors of Science in Education, Industrial Technology, University of Missouri, Columbia
Thomson Education Direct programs in Mechanical Maintenance C through A
Thomson Education Direct programs in Electrical Maintenance D through A
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