Steve Pleasant
Dawson Springs
Summary
Dynamic Lead Technician with extensive experience in overseeing maintenance operations and managing multiple projects. Recognized for delivering technical training and process optimization, contributing to improved equipment reliability and team productivity.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Technician
ProLift Industrial Equipment
Evansville
10.2009 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations, optimizing workflows through strategic task delegation.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring adherence to deadlines.
- Led maintenance and repair of industrial equipment across various operational environments.
- Assisted junior technicians in resolving complex technical issues and trained on safety protocols.
- Conducted system maintenance, including troubleshooting, repairs, upgrades, and installations.
- Evaluated system efficiency, recommending corrective actions to enhance product reliability.
- Cleaned and maintained company vehicle to ensure preparedness for operational duties.
- Created detailed reports summarizing installation activities for project documentation.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations to enhance team productivity.
- Delivered outstanding customer service on field visits to meet corporate guidelines.
- Trained customers on equipment after installation.
Maintenance Technician
American National Rubber
Cadiz
01.2007 - 08.2009
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment and systems.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and implemented repairs promptly.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all maintenance work.
- Arrived at plant at beginning of each week, activated lighting, and initiated all equipment.
Mold Setter
Buckhorn
Dawson Springs
06.2001 - 12.2007
- Set molds for production runs according to specifications.
- Maintained mold equipment by performing routine cleaning and inspections.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mold issues during production processes.
- Troubleshot molding issues such as air entrapment, warpage, and flash defects.
- Recommended changes in tooling designs or materials specifications when needed in order to improve efficiency or reduce costs.
- Performed regular maintenance on molds including lubrication of moving parts and replacement of worn components.
- Developed strategies for optimizing cycle times while maintaining quality standards.
- Resolved technical issues that arose during the injection molding process by performing troubleshooting steps and making necessary adjustments.
Welder
Bud Tallent
Hopkinsville
07.2000 - 06.2001
- Inspected welds for quality and adherence to safety standards.
- Assisted in troubleshooting welding issues to minimize downtime.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
Forklift Operator
Bremner Food Group
Princeton
01.1992 - 07.2000
- Operated forklifts to move inventory within production and storage areas.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks and shipping containers efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory movements and stock levels.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline warehouse operations and workflows.
- Utilized warehousing software to track inventory locations and shipments accurately.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
Education
Madisonville Trade School
Madisonville, KY05-1991
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Project management
- System troubleshooting
- Technical training
- Process optimization
- Systems analysis
Timeline
Lead Technician
ProLift Industrial Equipment
10.2009 - Current
Maintenance Technician
American National Rubber
01.2007 - 08.2009
Mold Setter
Buckhorn
06.2001 - 12.2007
Welder
Bud Tallent
07.2000 - 06.2001
Forklift Operator
Bremner Food Group
01.1992 - 07.2000
Madisonville Trade School