Kenneth Creech Email & Phone Number

Allendale, South Carolina, United States

Independence, Missouri

In this role I am responsible for installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing sensing, control, and data reporting systems at the tier 3 levels for high speed manufacturing equipment and integrated systems throughout the company. I am further responsible for working with the plant maintenance department to document symptoms and solutions for identified equipment problems in order to support the improvement of tier 1 and 2 troubleshooting knowledgebase on production equipment. Additionally, as required, I perform and participate in the execution of improvement projects geared at improving the performance and quality of production equipment.Troubleshooting of production systems to diagnose machine problemsPerform or coordinate repairs to equipment per manufacturer and company requirementModification and debugging of production control and data acquisition software and systemsInstallation, adjustment, and calibration of equipment and sensors to manufacturer, company and engineer’s drawings and specificationsImplementation of Continuous Improvement, Cost Reduction, and safety projectsTroubleshoot, service and repair automated manufacturing systems and equipmentTroubleshoot issues and repair or replace any necessary components, such as sensors or electrical wiring, cylinders or tooling.Utilize extensive knowledge in electro-mechanical systems to diagnose machine issues on highly automated ammunition manufacturing equipment.Allen-Bradley PLC programmingControl system softwareRSLogix 5, RSLogix 500, RSLogix 5000HMIs, Panel Builder 32Pneumatic actuatorsServo controllers for part transfer and positioningPneumatic-actuated, high-speed chucksInduction annealing coilsAC Power filters and drive modulesMultiple Cognex camera inspection systemsInline measurement systemsMetal forming and turning operations using high-powered servo systemsCompletely event-driven machine operation through PLC programFiber Optic controllers/sensors

Liberty, Missouri

Manages and determines the maintenance needs for 2nd and 3nd shift Technical Systems by providing technical expertise and leadership to maintain the 1.7MM square foot distribution centerManages all three shifts of Building Services Department to maintain all property surrounding the Liberty Distribution Center’s 300 acres, including landscaping, grounds keeping and snow removalCurrent Member of the Safety Promotions TeamCurrent Member of the Liberty Distribution Center 5-S and LEAN TeamCurrent Member of the Liberty Distribution Environmental TeamFormulates and administers programs of preventative and predictive maintenance for 2nd and 3rd shift Technical SystemsCo-manages $2.3MM Technical Systems Services BudgetManages $287,000 Building Services Parts and Labor Budget2009 ended with $67,800 cost reductions realizedNegotiates and manages $393,000 janitorial contract budget including contract renegotiations/renewals2009 ended with $40,400 cost reductions realized2011 ended with $43,789 cost reduction realizedCurrently working with vendors to oversee and ensure proper inventory levels while actively pursuing further cost reduction opportunitiesWorking knowledge of LEAN principles and implementation of LEAN and 5-S proceduresNFPA 70e Arc Flash – Train the Trainer certified

Certifications, Industrial Elecrical, Mechanical

GPA -- 3.4

Associates, Liberal Arts

GPA -- 3.4 Dean's List -- Spring 1992 Dean's List -- Fall 1992

Diploma

Activities and Societies: Army ROTC--Command Sergeant Major

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