Richard Hoskins

Millwright

Overhead Conveyor Co

01.2015 - 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.
Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
Enhanced equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery.
Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics for maintenance efficiency, equipment uptime, and safety compliance.
Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with 98% 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.
Ensured proper lubrication of moving components by adhering to a strict preventive maintenance schedule based on manufacturer recommendations.
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.
Maintained mechanical, electrical and pneumatic systems to keep systems working together correctly.
Created durable and long-lasting structures to withstand industrial environment demands.
Diagnosed and repaired complex machinery, leading to reduced downtime and increased production efficiency.
Optimized machinery performance by customizing and adjusting settings to match production requirements.
Installed, repaired and maintained automated systems in accordance with safety regulations.
Kept detailed and accurate maintenance reports and documentation of progress.
Positioned steel beams to support bedplates of machines and equipment using blueprints and schematic drawings.
Implemented standard safety procedures to prevent hazards related to industrial machinery and equipment.