Manager Maintenance

Will Gholston

Facility Shift Manager – Greektown Casino - Hotel

Detroit, MI

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Work Experience

Facility Shift Manager

Greektown Casino – Hotel – Detroit, MI

May 2019 – January 2020

•Responsible for a team of 6 Maintenance Engineers that responded to various

Emergency issues in the casino and hotel.

•Handled different projects that were assigned by Department Manager.

•Worked on establishing a PM system for the RTU Units for the casino and hotel

•Lead on building new Poker Room for the casino

Manager

Meijer Newport Distribution Complex - Newport, MI

September 2017 to May 2019

• Responsible for the overall strategic planning and leadership for the Maintenance Department

•Developed a Three-Year Maintenance Plan to improve PM Compliance, Budget spend, and overall skill level for technicians.

•The first year of the plan PM Compliance was increased from 39 percent to 82 percent with a corporate goal of 85 percent and Hilo budget as a surplus of 27k.

•Created Maintenance Spend Log to share with Operations to keep them abreast of Maintenance spend and services purchased during each week of the period.

•Managed and planned Capital Projects with a budget of 3.9 million dollars for the complex.

Facility Manager

Dura Automotive Systems - Auburn Hills, MI

October 2016 to August 2017

•Provide leadership and strategic planning for the execution of all facility activities and assigned projects

•Monitor Facility Budget and manage cost of new Electric Circuit Board Plant and excess expense to meet company goals

•Work with Health and Safety to increase Safety Awareness in the Plant Area of the building

•Monitor Lease Agreements for building and vendors and negotiate best deals for the company

•Establish practices and standards to bring building appearance and maintenance to World Class Standards

Maintenance Manager

The Kenosha Beef Company- Birchwood Foods - Columbus, OH October 2015 to October 2016

•Provided leadership and supervision for the efficient execution of all maintenance activities an assigned project.

•Planned and prioritized all maintenance work assigned to employees daily including Preventive

Maintenance (PMs) and projects.

•Provided support on difficult troubleshooting issues to maintain efficient production levels.

•Coordinated with Production Supervision to eliminate future issues and problems that would hinder overall performance.

•Enforced all safety regulations and company requirements for OSHA, HAACP, and product quality audits.

•Manage cost and instituted strategic plans to make sure that the Maintenance Department met the financial goals set by the company

Maintenance Manager

The Kroger Company - Columbus Bakery - Columbus, OH

January 2013 to September 2015

Oversee daily activities of the maintenance department and provide coaching and feedback to direct reports and maintenance associates in the performance of their duties.

•Develop overall plans, including manpower, for major maintenance overhauls, shutdowns and projects.

•Coordinate with planning and scheduling, inventory control and maintenance purchasing for all repairs, and work schedules.

•Monitor performance of department associates to ensure adherence to established standards and procedures to support Food Safety and Quality Principles.

•Engage with all levels of the organization as needed to maximize overall effectiveness of the plant and processes by elimination of all losses.

Maintenance Supervisor

The Kroger Company - Columbus Bakery - Columbus, OH

September 2012 to January 2013

•Provided supervision and leadership for the effective execution of all maintenance, controls, and assigned projects within the premises of the plant in support of Safety, Quality, and Reliability and our corporate strategy.

•Planned, coordinated and advised maintenance associates of work to be completed daily, including Preventive Maintenance (PMs).

•Provided support to team in assigned projects, troubleshooting and day to day maintenance activities.

•Provided regular feedback to associates on performance against all departments and plant's key performance indicators (KPIs) and objectives.

Senior Human Resource Service Representative

Blue Cross Blue Shield - Detroit, MI

September 2008 to August 2012

•Successfully resolved complex employee and management inquiries/concerns according to corporate policies, procedure, and the Master Labor Agreement.

•Mediated meetings between union leadership and management that consequently helped the Data

Center Operations department meet their initiatives and goals.

•Conducted investigations related to administration of employee discipline and terminations, and recommended solutions.

Mechanical Supervisor

Norfolk Southern Railroad Corporation - Chicago, IL

December 2006 to August 2008

•Supervised, coordinated, directed, and monitored staff activities to ensure safety standards were followed in the Chicago/Indiana area.

•Initiated and performed contingency plan in response to train derailments and delays to ensure an efficient operation.

•Initiated and completed corrective measures to resolve issues with employees' payroll, scheduling, and overtime requirements.

•Trained, developed, appraised, and disciplined employees.

Maintenance Supervisor

Ford Motor Company - Livonia Transmission - Livonia, MI

February 2002 to December 2006

•Managed multiple assembly line change-order projects from implementation to production. • Ensured robotics projects and technology were completed timely and under budget; from product implementation and mock testing to production ready trails and ongoing operations.

•Facilitated weekly team meetings, monitored and analyzed daily production reports to ensure that plant service goals were achieved.

•Coached, appraised, and disciplined employees, and resolved employees’ conflicts.

Industrial Electrician

April 1994 to January 2002

•Responsible for troubleshooting and repairing vital machinery in assembly and manufacturing departments throughout the facility.

•Identified and resolved operational issues related to data and system processes, and recommended new or improved processes.

•Analyzed daily robotic system interferences to ensure data and program integrity.

Education

Certificate in Michigan Law Enforcement Training

LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE - Lansing, MI May 1990

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

THE CITADEL - MILITARY COLLEGE OF SOUTH CAROLINA - Charleston, SC May 1989

Certifications/Licenses

Driver's License

Additional Information

Experienced Manager - planning, coordinating, and supervising daily activities of assigned department to ensure all tasks performed by associates and others are performed safely, efficiently and accurately to achieve and sustain established performance objectives, including those relating to safety, quality, customer service and cost. Exceptional leadership and communication skills with strong conflict mediation & resolution background.

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