John Brass
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Dynamic Preventive Maintenance Supervisor with a proven track record at Grupo Bimbo Canada, enhancing equipment reliability and safety while leading a team of over 20 technicians. Skilled in electrical troubleshooting and fostering professional development, I achieved significant downtime reduction and efficiency improvements. Expert in regulatory compliance and team collaboration, I drive maintenance excellence and operational cost control.
Maintenance professional with solid background in facility management and operations. Known for improving equipment reliability and reducing downtime through effective maintenance practices. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. Proficient in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and team leadership.
Diligent Maintenance Management with proven track record in maintaining and improving facility operations.
Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering with detailed knowledge of materials science and automation down to the component level with detailed knowledge of electrical control and communication protocols.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Preventive Maintenance Supervisor
Grupo Bimbo Canada
02.2008 - Current
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Supervised 20+ employees and scheduled shifts.
- Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
- Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Facilitated strong communication between maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure seamless coordination during planned outages or emergency situations.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth within the organization.
Maintenance Supervisor (Manufacturing)
Allied Bakeries Ltd
03.1995 - 05.2007
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Supervised 20+ employees and scheduled shifts.
- Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
- Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.
- Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and scheduling routine inspections.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Facilitated strong communication between maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure seamless coordination during planned outages or emergency situations.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Enhanced safety standards through regular staff training sessions, hazard assessments, and ensuring compliance with IOSH and NEBOSH regulations and to ISO 9002 standards
- Conducted regular performance evaluations of maintenance staff to identify strengths, areas for improvement, and opportunities for growth within the organization.
- Paid close attention to guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to continuously adhere to strict operational and maintenance regulations and to BRC and ISO 9002 standards
- Kept track of equipment, inventories, and system upgrades in order to prepare and present detailed reports to upper management.
- Coordinated scheduled shutdowns for major equipment overhauls, minimizing disruption to production schedules while maximizing asset longevity. We adopted 48 hour inspection shutdown for one production line per year followed 12 weeks later with 7 day shutdown for remedial work.
- Mentored junior technicians through hands-on training, fostering a culture of teamwork and knowledge sharing within the maintenance department.
- Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.
- Observed guidelines, specifications, and detailed instructions to meet strict operational and maintenance regulations.
- Monitored employee work tasks while installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment for projects.
- Tracked and managed department costs for good budget adherence.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for cost-effective materials procurement.
- Prioritized preventative measures such as lubrication programs and vibration analysis that helped extend equipment life cycles and reduce overall costs.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop budgets for maintenance projects, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and cost effectiveness.
- Provided guidance to management regarding project bids for onsite improvements.
- Fostered a positive work environment that led to high employee morale and retention rates, while consistently meeting performance expectations.
- Conducted root cause analysis on recurring equipment failures and implemented corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
- Tracked and progressed maintenance requests in CMMS systems to meet schedules.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of facility expansions, ensuring proper installation of new equipment and seamless integration with existing systems.
- Implemented energy-saving initiatives by identifying areas for improvement in equipment operation and facility management practices.
- Promoted continuous improvement by encouraging staff to suggest innovative ideas for process enhancements and cost-saving initiatives.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Managed efficient cross functional teams of up to 5 employees to improve reliability, reduce waste and sustain continuous improvement.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management.
- Contributed to development, implementation, and execution of maintenance programs.
- Optimized supply levels to keep stock within ideal parameters for expected needs.
- Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
- Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.
- Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
- Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
- Monitored systems to assure increase in power flow and integrated new system components, fixtures and motors.
- Worked closely with production supervisors to drive out waste, increase yields and reliability. Production related lost time was drastically improved as well as machine reliability through targeted training, first fix and predictive measures
Maintenance Electrician
Allied Bakeries Ltd
07.1993 - 03.1995
- Inspected electrical equipment to assure it was operating correctly.
- Responded to fault and wiring issues, identifying hazards and problems.
- Installed new equipment and modified existing equipment.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on equipment.
- Reduced downtime by promptly troubleshooting and repairing electrical issues in industrial machinery.
- Collaborated closely with other maintenance professionals to coordinate repairs efficiently without disrupting daily operations.
- Conducted periodic assessments of maintenance tools and equipment, ensuring they were in proper working order to maximize workplace efficiency.
- Completed complex repair tasks swiftly while adhering to strict quality standards, minimizing impact on production timelines.
- Maintained accurate documentation of completed repairs and maintenance activities, keeping management informed of ongoing projects and potential concerns.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing preventive maintenance schedules and procedures.
- Safely installed new electrical components, fixtures and motors in addition to testing systems to enhance power flow.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to properly place wires, fixtures and appliances.
- Kept up-to-date with advancements in industry technology and practices by attending workshops and conferences, subsequently implementing new techniques as appropriate.
- Maintained a strong commitment to safety protocols while working with high-voltage systems; significantly reduced risk of accidents or injuries.
- Enhanced overall facility safety by conducting regular inspections of electrical systems and addressing potential hazards.
- Used oscilloscopes, voltmeters and ohmmeters to test electrical systems.
- Streamlined communication between departments about upcoming maintenance needs so that proper preparations could be made ahead of time.
- Managed inventory effectively by regularly monitoring stock levels of spare parts and ordering new supplies as needed.
- Prioritized environmental sustainability by identifying ways to recycle or repurpose outdated electrical components, minimizing waste and promoting eco-friendly practices.
- Spearheaded efforts to upgrade outdated or inefficient components within the facility''s electrical infrastructure, resulting in improved functionality and performance over time.
- Conducted thorough root cause analyses to identify long-term solutions for recurring electrical issues, preventing costly equipment failure.
- Proactively identified areas for improvement in energy consumption, recommending cost-effective solutions for reducing usage and waste.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards through diligent adherence to local, state, and federal regulations for electrical work.
- Supported successful equipment installations by accurately interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings during project execution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency and minimize production disruptions caused by electrical malfunctions.
- Implemented training programs to educate colleagues on best practices for maintaining electrical equipment, fostering a culture of safety and accountability within the workplace.
- Audited supply inventories.
- Implemented advanced diagnostic tools to resolve customer complaints.
- Optimized plant performance through comprehensive assessment of electrical control systems, making necessary adjustments for optimal output.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Consulted with management on functionality and lifespan of electrical equipment, advising when continued use may be hazardous.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
Maintenance Electrician
Turner & Newall (Formerly Hepworth & Grandage)
10.1985 - 07.1993
- Inspected electrical equipment to assure it was operating correctly.
- Responded to fault and wiring issues, identifying hazards and problems.
- Installed new equipment and modified existing equipment.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on equipment.
- Reduced downtime by promptly troubleshooting and repairing electrical issues in industrial machinery.
- Collaborated closely with other maintenance professionals to coordinate repairs efficiently without disrupting daily operations.
- Conducted periodic assessments of maintenance tools and equipment, ensuring they were in proper working order to maximize workplace efficiency.
- Completed complex repair tasks swiftly while adhering to strict quality standards, minimizing impact on production timelines.
- Maintained accurate documentation of completed repairs and maintenance activities, keeping management informed of ongoing projects and potential concerns.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing preventive maintenance schedules and procedures.
- Safely installed new electrical components, fixtures and motors in addition to testing systems to enhance power flow.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to properly place wires, fixtures and appliances.
- Kept up-to-date with advancements in industry technology and practices by attending workshops and conferences, subsequently implementing new techniques as appropriate.
- Maintained a strong commitment to safety protocols while working with high-voltage systems; significantly reduced risk of accidents or injuries.
- Enhanced overall facility safety by conducting regular inspections of electrical systems and addressing potential hazards.
- Used oscilloscopes, voltmeters and ohmmeters to test electrical systems.
- Streamlined communication between departments about upcoming maintenance needs so that proper preparations could be made ahead of time.
- Prioritized environmental sustainability by identifying ways to recycle or repurpose outdated electrical components, minimizing waste and promoting eco-friendly practices.
- Spearheaded efforts to upgrade outdated or inefficient components within the facility''s electrical infrastructure, resulting in improved functionality and performance over time.
- Conducted thorough root cause analyses to identify long-term solutions for recurring electrical issues, preventing costly equipment failure.
- Proactively identified areas for improvement in energy consumption, recommending cost-effective solutions for reducing usage and waste.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards through diligent adherence to local, state, and federal regulations for electrical work.
- Supported successful equipment installations by accurately interpreting blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings during project execution.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency and minimize production disruptions caused by electrical malfunctions.
- Implemented training programs to educate colleagues on best practices for maintaining electrical equipment, fostering a culture of safety and accountability within the workplace.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects and need for adjustment or repair.
- Optimized plant performance through comprehensive assessment of electrical control systems, making necessary adjustments for optimal output.
- Prevented breakdown of systems by routinely inspecting and replacing old wiring and cleaning circuits.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Installed safety and distribution components for electrical systems, such as switches, resistors and circuit-breaker panels.
- Studied building schematics to determine location of wiring and equipment.
- Examined electrical units for loose connections and broken insulation.
- Followed state and local building regulations based on National Electrical Code.
- Instructed customers on proper use and safety of electrical systems and equipment.
- Interpreted drawings, wiring diagrams, flow charts and written descriptions of project requirements.
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
- Spent one year working closely with Instrument Technician to learn instrumentation maintenance and improvements
- Completed 4 year Industrial Electrician apprentice program, first year full time at Technical College and one day release per week thereafter and gained ONC and HNC certificates in Electrical Engineering
Warehouse Operative Trainee
National Coal Board (NCB)
09.1983 - 04.1984
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by implementing proper inventory management techniques.
- Streamlined order picking process with a focus on accuracy and speed.
- Improved quality control procedures by meticulously verifying outgoing shipments against packing lists, thus minimizing errors and customer complaints.
- Assisted in reducing product damage through careful handling and storage practices.
- Received positive feedback from supervisors for consistently meeting performance targets and deadlines.
- Displayed strong attention to detail when inspecting incoming shipments for discrepancies or damages before processing them into inventory systems.
- Utilized various warehouse equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks, to improve operational productivity.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
- Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
- Labeled boxes, crates and containers with accurate order information, destinations and codes to minimize shipping errors.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties, and other debris from unboxing to trash.
- Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.
- Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
- Prepared and checked outbound shipments for accuracy.
- Received new stock and input values into computer system.
- Noted unsafe components inside packages and discussed concerns with supervisors.
- Executed regular inventory counts and supply audits to monitor shrinkage and generate insights into purchasing decisions.
- Pre-assembled containers to be easily selected by packing associates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
The Open University
Online (Admin Location, Milton Keynes, UK)12-1999
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Engineering
Wearside College of Further Education
Sunderland, UK05-1991
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering
Wearside College of Further Education
Sunderland, UK05-1988
Skills
- Team supervision
- Maintenance recordkeeping
- Troubleshooting
- Work order management
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Safety protocols
- Electrical systems
- Employee performance evaluation
- Job planning
- Risk assessment
- Maintenance scheduling
- Performance monitoring
- Equipment maintenance
- Cost control
- Regulatory compliance
- Compliance enforcement
- Contractor coordination
- Work assignment delegation
- Maintaining components
- Work order processing
- Skilled maintenance and repair
- Maintenance planning
- Decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and consistent
- Safety compliance
- Professional communication
- OSHA compliance
- Team collaboration
- Employee safety training
- Job prioritizing
- Work area inspection
- Personnel management
- Employee motivation
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Tool and parts inventory oversight
- Relationship building
- Schedule preparation
- Corrective action implementation
- Hazard monitoring and management
- Performance evaluations
- Materials and labor costing
- Mathematical calculations
- Equipment troubleshooting
Accomplishments
- Achieved greater process control and fewer ingredients/process errors by being an active part of an engineering team that implemented a more robust, reliable and efficient ingredients batching and delivery system using SCADA over a network of PLCs and server
- Built training rigs to simulate ingredients and batching system as well as mixing and conducted training with Maintenance and Production associates including simulated faults and how to deal with them
- Collaborated with production supervisors to drive down waste and increase efficacy by identifying root causes of all non-maintenance related inefficiencies
- Introduced best practices and worked with central engineering team in standardising PLC and communications architecture by defining modules and building up a library that could be used across all Production facilities.
- Achieved reduction in inventory stock by replacing components with the most reliable and cost effective alternatives and ensuring new equipment was built with standard components already stocked where possible
- Introduced, implemented and maintained MRO Inventory management
Languages
English
Timeline
Preventive Maintenance Supervisor
Grupo Bimbo Canada
02.2008 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor (Manufacturing)
Allied Bakeries Ltd
03.1995 - 05.2007
Maintenance Electrician
Allied Bakeries Ltd
07.1993 - 03.1995
Maintenance Electrician
Turner & Newall (Formerly Hepworth & Grandage)
10.1985 - 07.1993
Warehouse Operative Trainee
National Coal Board (NCB)
09.1983 - 04.1984
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
The Open University
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical Engineering
Wearside College of Further Education
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering
Wearside College of Further Education
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