Ronald Huard
Niagara Falls
Summary
Dynamic Millwright and former CEO at The Millron Group, recognized for enhancing equipment reliability through preventive maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting. Proven expertise in equipment installation and safety compliance, leading to reduced downtime and optimized performance. Adept at blueprint interpretation and mentoring junior staff, fostering a culture of efficiency and skill development.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Millwright / CEO
The Millron Group
07.2019 - Current
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of major shutdowns, ensuring timely completion of critical tasks within budget constraints.
- Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
- Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
- Mentored junior millwrights as they acquired new skills and gained familiarity with complex industrial machinery operations.
- Participated in root cause analysis efforts for recurring equipment failures to develop long-term corrective actions.
- Developed maintenance database, facilitating better tracking of repairs and maintenance history.
Millwright
Niagara Millwright Services
01.2017 - 07.2019
- Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
- Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
- Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
- Reduced downtime for production lines by swiftly diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
- Reviewed technical documentation such as blueprints, schematics, and manuals to accurately assess equipment conditions or plan for maintenance activities.
- Optimized equipment lifespan through proactive monitoring of wear patterns and making adjustments as needed.
- Conducted detailed machinery installations, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to manufacturer specifications.
- Streamlined maintenance procedures, significantly reducing repair times and minimizing disruption to production.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing regular preventative maintenance and inspections.
- Reduced machinery wear and tear with introduction of predictive maintenance program.
- Troubleshot machinery problems and suggested accurate repairs.
- Collaborated with engineering to design modifications for machinery, enhancing performance and reliability.
- Installed, repaired and maintained automated systems in accordance with safety regulations.
Millwright
General Electric Company
05.2004 - 01.2017
- Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics for maintenance efficiency, equipment uptime, and safety compliance.
- Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with [Number]% accuracy.
- Achieved greater precision in machine alignment by utilizing laser technology during installation and repair projects.
- Disassembled machinery parts and categorized properly before moving to storage.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement efficient systems and processes in the facility.
- Created durable and long-lasting structures to withstand industrial environment demands.
- Optimized machinery performance by customizing and adjusting settings to match production requirements.
- Increased machinery lifespan by implementing rigorous schedule for parts replacement and lubrication.
- Reduced energy consumption with installation of more efficient motors and drives.
- Implemented continuous improvement program for maintenance department, fostering culture of efficiency and proactive problem-solving.
- Coordinated with manufacturers to secure necessary parts for emergency repairs, minimizing operational impact.
- Improved production line efficiency, strategically scheduling maintenance during low production periods.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex machinery, leading to reduced downtime and increased production efficiency.
- Documented repairs and maintenance activities to create reports for management.
- Positioned steel beams to support bedplates of machines and equipment using blueprints and schematic drawings.
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of major shutdowns, ensuring timely completion of critical tasks within budget constraints.
- Reviewed technical documentation such as blueprints, schematics, and manuals to accurately assess equipment conditions or plan for maintenance activities.
- Conducted detailed machinery installations, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to manufacturer specifications.
- Collaborated with engineering to design modifications for machinery, enhancing performance and reliability.
Education
Millwright License - Industrial Mechanic Millwright
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton04-1997
Business Sales Degree - Business
Brock University
St. Catharines03-1995
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Equipment installation
- Heavy lifting
- Fabrication
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Machinery maintenance
- Machinery installation
- Equipment inspections
- Repair work
- Equipment assembly
- Blueprint interpretation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Millwright / CEO
The Millron Group
07.2019 - Current
Millwright
Niagara Millwright Services
01.2017 - 07.2019
Millwright
General Electric Company
05.2004 - 01.2017
Millwright License - Industrial Mechanic Millwright
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Business Sales Degree - Business
Brock University
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