Eric Benson Email & Phone Number

Negaunee, Michigan, United States

• Plans and schedules outages for ten RICE power generation units at two facilities
• Balances work load of long duration projects with immediate problem solving demands
• Developed a process of using PAUT to scan pistons for cracks with reduced engine disassembly
• Supported the transition from contracted operation of the facilities to internal staff and management
• Designed and implemented a lube oil filtration kidney loop to improve oil quality

Ishpeming, Michigan, United States

• Planned and scheduled outages for 2 cone crushers, 14 conveyors, and other supporting equipment
• Developed new techniques for replacing steel liners to reduce Silica dust exposure
• Supported the integration of a high pressure grinding roll to the secondary crushing circuit
• Replaced the main shaft of a cone crusher to prolong the life of the eccentric bushing

Ishpeming, Michigan, United States

• Supervises maintenance of mining equipment in an iron ore processing facility
• Ensures that safe, quality work is being performed on schedule and within budget
• Administers safety discussions and work instructions at the beginning and throughout every shift
• Develops immediate solutions for unexpected equipment failures to maximize production
• Prepares daily maintenance shift reports for plant wide management
• Coordinates with operations, electrical, environmental, and other departments on a regular basis

Quinnesec, Michigan, United States

• Scoped, scheduled, and safely executed $500k worth of capital projects within budget
• Coordinated project details with engineering, maintenance, operations, and contractors
• Developed budgets, project scopes, schedules, purchase orders, and project closeout documents

Cedar Springs, Michigan, United States

• Designed and manufactured machines for three client companies using Solidworks
• Assisted with fabrication and assembly methods for integrating electronic and pneumatic parts
• Created 3D Models and 2D drawings for five current standard products

Iron Mountain, MI

• Designed, manufactured, and implemented a dynamometer to validate the performance and durability of alternative gearmotors for all Boss salt spreaders to achieve future cost improvements
• Supported project management with the launch of 10 new products
• Saved the company over $50k annually with cost reduction projects
• Designed and manufactured a coupler to adapt an existing Boss plow to a Toro Polar-trac
• Collaborated with a switch and relay supplier to solve a common warranty issue
• Created 16 standard work documents for using purchasing management software

Presque Isle, MI

• Operated Caterpillar 785C 150-ton dump truck, skid-steer, and industrial aggregate mill