Jason Taylor
DeQuincy,LA
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Technician with proven expertise at Westlake Chemical, excelling in mechanical troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Demonstrated strong leadership by stepping up as Supervisor, enhancing team communication and safety compliance. Skilled in SAP for efficient maintenance scheduling, fostering continuous improvement and adaptability in high-pressure environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Westlake Chemical
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted in performing routine maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment.
- Supported troubleshooting efforts to identify and resolve mechanical issues.
- Learned safe operation of hand tools and power equipment in maintenance activities.
- Participated in inventory management of maintenance supplies and tools.
- Provide maintenance services as needed for planned and emergency tasks at Poly 3.
- Filled in as step-up Maintenace Supervisor as need.
- Help Millwrights perform multiple tasks throughout polly3.
- Fulfill manpower needs for outages.
- Audit work tasks and permits.
- Ensure personnel adhere to designated policies and procedures.
- Acquire work permits for jobs being conducted, time management of employees, time sheets Aide crews with technical knowledge and assist when necessary.
- Planed, scheduled and balanced workload for routine and emergency task in SAP.
Created work orders in SAP to perform various task at Polly 3. - Followed safety protocols while working in compliance with regulations.
- Documented maintenance activities for accurate record-keeping and reporting.
- Adapted quickly to new challenges, demonstrating a commitment to learning processes.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
- Ensured smoother operations, maintaining accurate records of all maintenance activities.
Supervisor
Turner
12.2021 - 04.2023
- Provide maintenance services as needed for planned and emergency tasks at Poly 3.
Supervisor
Turner
01.2011 - 10.2016
- Ensure that contract needs are being met and adhered to by personnel.
- Fulfill manpower needs for outages.
Schedule on call personnel and call out crews. - Audit work tasks and permits.
Ensure personnel adhere to designated policies and procedures. - Acquire work permits for jobs being conducted, time management of employees, time sheets Aide crews with technical knowledge and assist when necessary.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and efficient workflow management.
- Monitored inventory levels, minimizing waste and ensuring adequate stock for operational needs.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
Lead Operator
Thermoplastic Services Inc
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Unloading and Loading railcars
- Ran pellet extruder
- Loaded/unloaded trucks with forklift
- Managed shipments in and out of facility
- Quality Control of material going out of facility
Pipefitter
KJ's Services
01.2003 - 01.2011
- Fabricated and installed piping systems to meet project specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot system issues efficiently.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks to ensure operational integrity of piping systems.
- Supervised junior pipefitters, providing training on best practices and safety standards.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency on job sites.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to accurately execute installation tasks.
- Coordinated with other trades to ensure seamless project integration and timelines.
- Threaded pipes using piping machines.
- Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
- Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
- Fabricated and installed screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
- Replaced faulty parts and repaired structural damages to pipes and related components.
- Cut and threaded pipe to specifications, ensuring seamless integration into existing systems for increased efficiency.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures, and fixtures.
Education
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN CORRESPONDENCE School
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Parts replacement
- Equipment installation
- Equipment Repair
- Tool management
- Hand tools expertise
- Plumbing
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Power tools proficiency
- Industrial equipment
- Hydraulic systems
- System installations
- Mechanical expertise
- Maintenance scheduling
- Machine lubrication
- Pneumatic systems
- Conveyor systems
- Refrigeration systems
- Project estimation and bidding
- Maintaining components
- Safety-oriented mindset
- Troubleshooting strength
- Field maintenance
SAP
- Adaptability
- Time management abilities
- Continuous improvement
- Communication and team collaboration
- Goal setting
- Hardware troubleshooting
- Analytical thinking
- Task prioritization
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Data migration
- SAP implementation
- Process automation
- Onboard planning
- Scheduling
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Westlake Chemical
04.2023 - Current
Supervisor
Turner
12.2021 - 04.2023
Lead Operator
Thermoplastic Services Inc
01.2015 - 01.2016
Supervisor
Turner
01.2011 - 10.2016
Pipefitter
KJ's Services
01.2003 - 01.2011
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN CORRESPONDENCE School
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