Robert Keith Landon
Rocky Face
Summary
Experienced Lead Motor Shop Manufacturing Technician with extensive knowledge of electrical motor assembly, repair, testing, quality control, and production operations. Proven ability to lead teams, train employees, improve manufacturing processes, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Strong troubleshooting skills with a commitment to efficiency productivity, and customer satisfaction.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Mechanic Certified Motor Shop
Mohawk Industries Inc
Dalton, Ga
12.2023 - Current
- Lead daily operations of motor shop team.
- Coordinate workflow to meet production schedules and customer deadlines.
- Inspect and test electric motors for performance, quality and safety compliance.
- Diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical motor failures.
- Monitor inventory of parts.
- Collaborate with plant management team to resolve manufacturing issues.
- Implement process improvements that increase productivity and reduce downtime.
- Maintain detailed repair documentation.
- Analyzed equipment failures to identify root causes, recommending improvements to prevent recurrence.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, securing optimal pricing and timely delivery of parts needed for efficient job completion.
- Explained estimates and determined repair timelines to manage customer expectations.
- Arranged for customer billing by determining charges for services requested.
Certified Lead Mechanic Fabrication Shop
Mohawk Industries
Dalton, GA
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Lead daily fabrication shop operations and supervise personnel
- Interpret blueprints,specifications, and work orders to guide fabrication activities.
- Coordinate materials, equipment and labor resources to maximize efficiency.
- Maintain compliance with OSHA and company safety regulations.
Engineering Motor Shop Technician
Mohawk Industries Inc
Dalton, GA
01.2013 - 01.2019
- Mechanical assemble and disassemble on motors, gear boxes, cylinders and spindles.
- Motor Testing and Diagnostics.
- Shop Equipment Operations
- Bearing Replacements and Alignment.
Lead Mechanic Extrusion Operations
Mohawk Industries Inc
Dalton, GA
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Supervised daily maintenance and repair operations for machinery and equipment.
- Led troubleshooting efforts to identify mechanical issues and implement effective solutions.
- Mentored junior mechanics, enhancing their technical skills and operational efficiency.
- Developed preventative maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
Extrusion Operations
Mohawk Industries Inc
Dalton, GA
01.2000 - 01.2009
- Crew Leader; directed daily production operations, ensure product quality. Adjusted machine settings enforcing safety protocols.
- Back Up Supervisor; filling in for absent supervisors resolving quality issues, managing shift schedules and enforcing safety and housekeeping protocols across the production floor.
- Extrusion Line Operator; operated, monitored and maintained manufacturing machinery. Ensure that production lines run efficiently to assemble, inspect and package products that meet quality standards.
Store Manager
Payday Rentals
Dalton, GA
07.1993 - 01.2000
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Managed inventory control processes, optimizing stock levels to reduce costs.
- Trained and mentored team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Developed and implemented strategic sales initiatives to enhance customer engagement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northwest High School
Tunnel Hill, GASkills
- Motor Assemble and Repair
- Team Leadership and Training
- Electrical and Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Process Improvement
- Safety Compliance
- Expert troubleshooting
- Problem-solving abilities
- Mechanical repair
Timeline
Lead Mechanic Certified Motor Shop
Mohawk Industries Inc
12.2023 - Current
Certified Lead Mechanic Fabrication Shop
Mohawk Industries
01.2019 - 12.2023
Engineering Motor Shop Technician
Mohawk Industries Inc
01.2013 - 01.2019
Lead Mechanic Extrusion Operations
Mohawk Industries Inc
01.2009 - 01.2013
Extrusion Operations
Mohawk Industries Inc
01.2000 - 01.2009
Store Manager
Payday Rentals
07.1993 - 01.2000
High School Diploma -
Northwest High School