KEVIN PHILLILPS
Royston
Summary
Strategic and hands-on Facility Maintenance Manager with over 30 years of experience in industrial operations, team leadership, and project management. Proven track record of overseeing multimillion-dollar upgrades. coordinating with international stakeholders. and ensuring compliance with safety and enviromental regulations. Certified in wastewater and water treatment with deep expertise in HVAC, hydraulics, and fire safety systems. Overseeing automatic conveyance systems and palletizing equipment. Adept at vendor negotiaitons, lean management, and cross-functional collaboration.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Manager
Nestle Purina PetCare
12.2023 - Current
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety. Manage 12 supervisors with 85 non direct reports.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
- Increased overall equipment efficiency by conducting thorough assessments of machinery conditions and implementing necessary improvements.
- Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
- Reduced downtime by efficiently overseeing the maintenance team and prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Conducted root cause analysis of recurring issues, devising long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.
- Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
- Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
- Collaborated with other departments to verify completion of maintenance tasks.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the maintenance team by encouraging open communication, problem-solving initiatives, and employee engagement activities.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Maintenance Supervisor
Nestle Purina PetCare
10.2022 - Current
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
- Streamlined work order processes for increased efficiency in addressing maintenance requests and tracking progress.
- Supervised 8 employees and scheduled shifts.
- Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
Facility Maintenance Manager
Parkdale of America, Inc.
10.2009 - 09.2022
- Inspected the facility and assessed its sprinkler systems for functionality and safety
- Monitored inventory and ordered supplies while adhering to maintenance budget restrictions
- Scheduled routine maintenance and repair of facility equipment such as HVAC and vehicles
- Supported technicians in equipment maintenance and repair
- Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities
- Coordinated and monitored vendor maintenance for large repairs
- Prepared and administered preventative maintenance work orders
- Managed a staff of 20 by distributing assignments and supervising day-to-day operations
- Promoted shop safety by working in a safe manner
- Minor repairs to forklifts, coordinated with Chris Aurora for other repairs
Maintenance Technician
Parkdale of America, Inc.
11.1993 - 11.2009
- Prepared and administered preventative maintenance work orders
- Troubleshoot and diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment
- Followed standards and procedures to maintain a safe work environment
- Experience with hydraulics and pneumatics
Business Owner
Self Employed
09.2007 - Current
- Property Management of 10 vacation homes
- Service checks
- Repair and maintenance of any need on properties including plumbing, electrical, construction and concierge services
Night Manager
Crestview Store
02.1990 - 11.1993
- Managed store operations
- Maintained clean store conditions
- Supervised 2 employees
- Responsible for all cash and credit card transactions
Education
High School -
Rabun County High School
Tiger, GASkills
- Troubleshooting
- Staff Supervision
- Grounds Keeping
- Fire Sprinkler System testing/repair
- Good Multitasking Ability
- Project Management
- HVAC Experience
- Wastewater Treatment
- Potable Water Experience
- Experience with Hydraulics and Pneumatics
Certification
- Certified Class IV Wastewater Treatment
- Certified Class IV Water Treatment
- Certified in confined space
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
Nestle Purina PetCare
12.2023 - Current
Maintenance Supervisor
Nestle Purina PetCare
10.2022 - Current
Facility Maintenance Manager
Parkdale of America, Inc.
10.2009 - 09.2022
Business Owner
Self Employed
09.2007 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Parkdale of America, Inc.
11.1993 - 11.2009
Night Manager
Crestview Store
02.1990 - 11.1993
High School -
Rabun County High School
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