Chad Mott
Marion
Summary
Results-driven Production & Maintenance Coordinator with expertise in preventive maintenance, safety compliance, and team leadership. Proven success in coordinating maintenance schedules, optimizing inventory management, and fostering effective communication across departments.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Production & Maintenance Coordinator
Ashland Specialty Ingredients
Calvert City
08.2018 - Current
- Coordinated maintenance schedules to ensure equipment reliability and safety compliance.
- Managed inventory of spare parts and maintenance supplies for efficient operations.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement preventive maintenance strategies.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify potential maintenance issues proactively.
- Facilitated communication between departments regarding maintenance needs and priorities.
- Developed and maintained documentation for maintenance procedures and protocols.
- Oversaw vendor relationships to secure timely service and quality parts delivery.
- Trained staff on safety practices and proper equipment usage during maintenance tasks.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed at all times during maintenance operations.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks and checked facilities and grounds for issues needing attention.
- Reviewed job orders regularly to ensure tasks were completed according to established standards.
- Researched and hired highly trusted contractors to assist with full-scale maintenance or construction projects.
- Maintained detailed records of maintenance activities, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Coordinated with external vendors for repair services when necessary.
- Scheduled and oversaw completion of planned repairs and refurbishment projects.
- Responded promptly to emergency repair requests from staff members.
- Monitored inventory levels of spare parts and supplies, ordering additional items as needed.
- Provided technical advice to other personnel regarding the use and operation of equipment or machinery.
- Developed healthy, productive relationships with team members to create constructive working environment.
- Trained staff members in the safe use and handling of equipment used in daily operations.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure that their maintenance requirements were met in a timely manner.
- Determined strengths and weaknesses of team members and assigned tasks according to skill level.
- Trained newer staff members to properly and effectively use on-hand tools and equipment to avoid mishaps or inefficiencies.
- Verified that all relevant documents, such as permits, licenses, and inspection reports, were up-to-date before any work was performed.
- Performed basic troubleshooting on malfunctioning systems or equipment to identify problems and develop solutions.
- Organized regular meetings with supervisors to discuss current issues related to maintenance activities.
- Advised management on the purchase of new equipment based on operational needs and budget constraints.
- Created library of bills, invoices and project outlines to track ongoing maintenance progress.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Oversaw workforce schedules and allocated resources in order to achieve project goals.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Communicated with distributors to acquire necessary equipment for projects.
Production Supervisor
Ashland Specialty Ingredients
Calvert City
11.2011 - 08.2018
- Supervised daily production operations to ensure efficient workflow and quality standards.
- Coordinated team activities and assigned tasks based on production schedules and priorities.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures in the facility.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported maintenance needs to minimize downtime.
- Conducted regular safety meetings to promote a safe working environment for all staff.
- Collaborated with quality assurance teams to ensure compliance with industry regulations.
- Managed inventory levels and coordinated supply orders to meet production demands.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production activities.
- Supervised a team of 20+ employees, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently and accurately.
- Trained new staff on production processes and procedures.
- Performed regular quality checks throughout the production process to ensure customer specifications were met.
- Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
- Supported safety programs to reduce and eliminate employee injuries.
- Communicated effectively with other departments to ensure smooth workflow from start to finish.
- Collaborated with management team to develop strategies for improving efficiency in the production area.
- Resolved any conflicts between employees in a professional manner.
- Assisted with troubleshooting equipment malfunctions or operational problems as needed.
- Planned production operations while establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing processes.
- Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives in lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Reviewed individual employee performance to correct issues and enhance productivity.
- Recommended and implemented measures to improve production methods and quality of products.
- Coordinated production requirements with material handling and staffing functions.
- Promoted employee safety awareness based on understanding of regulatory mandates and organizational best practices.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered materials as needed to maintain production operations.
- Coordinated resources across multiple teams and projects as needed.
- Monitored staff training and output to meet compliance, productivity and revenue goals.
- Set up, adjusted and maintained machines to operate at peak levels and meet challenging demands.
- Managed daily operations within budget constraints while meeting deadlines.
- Observed and monitored utilization of equipment.
- Kept records of employees' attendance and working hours for accurate calculation of billable cycle.
- Prepared operations data to produce comprehensive reports to management.
- Read and interpreted work order specifications and information to plan, schedule and carry out jobs effectively.
Chemical Operator
ISP Chemicals
Calvert City
11.1996 - 11.2011
- Operated chemical processing equipment following safety and operational protocols.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality and consistency.
- Maintained accurate records of production data and equipment status.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery for safe operation.
- Prepared chemical mixtures according to established formulas and guidelines.
- Followed environmental regulations in handling hazardous materials safely.
- Operated various pumps, valves and other related equipment in a safe manner.
- Followed standard operating procedures for all tasks performed within the plant environment.
- Complied with OSHA safety guidelines while handling hazardous material.
- Maintained accurate records of production, process parameters and laboratory results.
- Checked work areas to detect leaks and equipment malfunctions to promote safe operating conditions.
- Checked equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
- Inspected and monitored processes to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Cleaned work areas, tanks, vessels, piping systems, filters and other related components as part of routine maintenance activities.
- Participated in training sessions designed to improve understanding of complex chemical processes.
- Troubleshot problems occurring in the manufacturing process by performing corrective action when necessary.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving hazardous materials or equipment malfunctions.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding any issues that may arise during operations.
- Adjusted process parameters as needed to maintain product quality specifications.
- Transported hazardous materials according to government regulations and company policies.
- Assisted engineers in developing new processes or making modifications to existing ones.
- Operated equipment to transfer chemicals to and from storage tanks.
- Made decisions and executed changes based on process data, quality checks and test results to keep products at target and within specifications.
- Observed gauges, recording instruments and flowmeters to maintain specified conditions.
- Controlled risks of fire, explosions and burns by carefully following safety protocols.
- Added neutralizing agents to products and pumped products through filters to remove impurities.
Class A CDL Driver
Rayloc
Morganfield
10.1994 - 11.1996
- Operated Class A vehicles for safe transport of materials and products.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff for timely loading and unloading of cargo.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations during transportation activities.
- Completed paperwork accurately in a timely manner.
- Monitored load security throughout trips.
- Carried out pre-trip inspections according to DOT standards.
- Adhered to company policies including hours of service limitations and hazardous materials transport regulations.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff for loading and unloading assistance when needed.
- Inspected brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels and other important parts to maintain operational safety on the road.
- Maneuvered equipment expertly and safely in areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment or products.
- Drove commercial vehicles while observing traffic laws and regulations, resulting in safe on-time deliveries.
- Verified cargo against shipping documents and loaded and unloaded freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment.
- Delivered and unloaded products at designated location at customer site using tractor-trailers, ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks and load bars.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and reported any incidents or accidents immediately.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks such as checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- Made and broke up sets of trailers by using and handling converter gear, inspected truck equipment such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water and performed minor repairs.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crittenden County High School
Marion, KY05-1989
Some College (No Degree) - Occupational Health And Safety
Murray State University
Murray, KYSkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Vendor coordination
- Production scheduling
- Quality assurance
- Process optimization
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Employee training
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Technical troubleshooting
- Maintaining facilities
- Facility repairs
- Maintenance planning
- Health and safety compliance
- Facility maintenance
- Plumbing
- Electrical systems
- HVAC systems
- Work order management
- Hand and power tools
- Budgeting and cost control
- Preventative maintenance
- Scheduling coordination
- Asset management
- Welding and fabrication
- Equipment inspection
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Coordinate work
- Team collaboration
- Employee motivation
- Outside contractor oversight
- Materials and labor costing
- Job prioritizing
- Tool and parts inventory oversight
- Multitasking capacity
- Interpersonal skills
- Dependable and consistent
- Computerized maintenance management
- Installation procedures
- Written communication
- Attention to detail
- Schedule management
- Professional communication
- Inspect completed work
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem-solving abilities
- Maintenance scheduling
- Excellent communication
- Teamwork
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Safety standards
- Task prioritization
- Enterprise project management
- Mechanical aptitude
- Staff supervision
- Resource allocation
- Time management abilities
- Budget management
- Corrective action implementation
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Production & Maintenance Coordinator
Ashland Specialty Ingredients
08.2018 - Current
Production Supervisor
Ashland Specialty Ingredients
11.2011 - 08.2018
Chemical Operator
ISP Chemicals
11.1996 - 11.2011
Class A CDL Driver
Rayloc
10.1994 - 11.1996
High School Diploma -
Crittenden County High School
Some College (No Degree) - Occupational Health And Safety
Murray State University