Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Bob Wilson Safty Award
Goose Egg Award
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Charles McKinney, Sr.

Spearfish

Summary

Dependable professional with strong leadership skills in millwright operations. Known for improving safety standards and reducing downtime through precise alignment and effective training programs. Ready to leverage expertise to drive operational excellence.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Millwright Foreman

Keiwit Construction
Bridge City, TX
04.2025 - 01.2026
  • Supervised installation and maintenance of machinery and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Trained team members on safety protocols and proper use of tools and machinery.
  • Conducted routine inspections to identify mechanical issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Collaborated with project managers to schedule maintenance activities without disrupting operations.
  • Utilized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and minimize downtime.
  • Maintained accurate records of repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities for compliance purposes.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows and increased productivity within the team.
  • Reduced downtime by troubleshooting complex mechanical issues swiftly.
  • Performed regular inspections to ensure adherence to safety regulations, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
  • Managed a team of millwrights for increased productivity and job satisfaction.
  • Oversaw project completion on time by coordinating schedules and resources effectively.
  • Implemented quality control measures to minimize errors and maintain high standards of workmanship.
  • Trained new hires to ensure they quickly became valuable members of the team.
  • Optimized production processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions accordingly.
  • Improved efficiency by maintaining and repairing machinery in a timely manner.
  • Communicated effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals related to project timelines and deliverables.
  • Led toolbox talks before shift starts, promoting awareness about potential hazards and ways to mitigate them.
  • Collaborated with management to develop effective strategies for equipment upgrades and replacements.
  • Prioritized tasks strategically, addressing pressing issues promptly while managing long-term objectives.
  • Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to identify root causes of mechanical failures efficiently.
  • Streamlined workflow with proper equipment placement and preventive maintenance.
  • Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
  • Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
  • Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
  • Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with .2% accuracy.
  • Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
  • Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
  • Disassembled machinery parts and categorized properly before moving to storage.
  • Created durable and long-lasting structures to withstand industrial environment demands.
  • Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
  • Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
  • Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
  • Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
  • Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
  • Managed efficient teams of up to 6 employees.
  • Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
  • Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
  • Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.
  • Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.

Millwright Foreman

Keiwit Construction
Taylor, TX
11.2023 - 03.2025
  • Enhanced safety, implementing comprehensive training programs for workers.
  • Coordinated closely with other departments such as engineering, operations, and procurement for seamless project execution.
  • Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with .2% accuracy.
  • Monitored priorities and liaised between maintenance team and management, delegating tasks to complete on time.
  • Managed efficient teams of up to 6 employees.
  • Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
  • Supervised installation and maintenance of machinery and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Trained team members on safety protocols and proper use of tools and machinery.
  • Conducted routine inspections to identify mechanical issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Collaborated with project managers to schedule maintenance activities without disrupting operations.
  • Utilized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and minimize downtime.
  • Reduced downtime by troubleshooting complex mechanical issues swiftly.
  • Performed regular inspections to ensure adherence to safety regulations, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
  • Managed a team of millwrights for increased productivity and job satisfaction.
  • Implemented quality control measures to minimize errors and maintain high standards of workmanship.
  • Trained new hires to ensure they quickly became valuable members of the team.
  • Optimized production processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing solutions accordingly.
  • Improved efficiency by maintaining and repairing machinery in a timely manner.
  • Communicated effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals related to project timelines and deliverables.
  • Led toolbox talks before shift starts, promoting awareness about potential hazards and ways to mitigate them.
  • Collaborated with management to develop effective strategies for equipment upgrades and replacements.
  • Prioritized tasks strategically, addressing pressing issues promptly while managing long-term objectives.
  • Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to identify root causes of mechanical failures efficiently.
  • Streamlined workflow with proper equipment placement and preventive maintenance.
  • Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.
  • Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
  • Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
  • Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
  • Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
  • Created durable and long-lasting structures to withstand industrial environment demands.
  • Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
  • Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
  • Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
  • Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
  • Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
  • Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
  • Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
  • Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.
  • Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.

Millwright

ICS
Drayton, ND
02.2023 - 08.2023

Performed Turn Around on Crystal Sugar-sugar beet plant.

Millwright Foreman

Kiewit
Great Falls, MT
07.2022 - 03.2023
  • Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with .2% accuracy.
  • Managed efficient teams of up to 6 employees.
  • Enhanced safety, implementing comprehensive training programs for workers.
  • Coordinated closely with other departments such as engineering, operations, and procurement for seamless project execution.
  • Supervised installation and maintenance of machinery and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Trained team members on safety protocols and proper use of tools and machinery.
  • Conducted routine inspections to identify mechanical issues and implement corrective actions.
  • Collaborated with project managers to schedule maintenance activities without disrupting operations.
  • Utilized diagnostic tools to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and minimize downtime.
  • Reduced downtime by troubleshooting complex mechanical issues swiftly.
  • Performed regular inspections to ensure adherence to safety regulations, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
  • Managed a team of millwrights for increased productivity and job satisfaction.
  • Implemented quality control measures to minimize errors and maintain high standards of workmanship.
  • Trained new hires to ensure they quickly became valuable members of the team.
  • Improved efficiency by maintaining and repairing machinery in a timely manner.
  • Communicated effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals related to project timelines and deliverables.
  • Led toolbox talks before shift starts, promoting awareness about potential hazards and ways to mitigate them.
  • Collaborated with management to develop effective strategies for equipment upgrades and replacements.
  • Prioritized tasks strategically, addressing pressing issues promptly while managing long-term objectives.
  • Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to identify root causes of mechanical failures efficiently.
  • Streamlined workflow with proper equipment placement and preventive maintenance.
  • Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
  • Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
  • Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
  • Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
  • Created durable and long-lasting structures to withstand industrial environment demands.
  • Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
  • Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
  • Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
  • Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
  • Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
  • Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
  • Efficiently assisted service workers with problematic transactions to maintain customer satisfaction and quickly rectify issues.
  • Reviewed and studied blueprints to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase productivity.
  • Shrunk knowledge gaps with ongoing training and close employee mentoring for new and less experienced team members.
  • Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.

Millwright

SCS
Wink, TX
04.2022 - 08.2022
  • Conducted inspections and preventive maintenance on machinery, identifying areas for improvement to enhance operations.
  • Trained junior staff on best practices for equipment operation and safety procedures, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
  • Supported project teams in troubleshooting complex mechanical problems, enhancing overall productivity within the work environment.
  • Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
  • Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
  • Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics for maintenance efficiency, equipment uptime, and safety compliance.
  • Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with .2% accuracy.
  • Achieved greater precision in machine alignment by utilizing laser technology during installation and repair projects.
  • Mentored junior millwrights as they acquired new skills and gained familiarity with complex industrial machinery operations.
  • Reviewed technical documentation such as blueprints, schematics, and manuals to accurately assess equipment conditions or plan for maintenance activities.
  • Implemented standard safety procedures to prevent hazards related to industrial machinery and equipment.
  • Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.

Millwright

GrayWolf
Beaver Dam, KY
06.2022 - 07.2022
  • Enhanced equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery.
  • Reduced downtime for production lines by swiftly diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical issues.
  • Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with .2% accuracy.
  • Participated in root cause analysis efforts for recurring equipment failures to develop long-term corrective actions.
  • Optimized equipment lifespan through proactive monitoring of wear patterns and making adjustments as needed.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement efficient systems and processes in the facility.
  • Optimized machinery performance by customizing and adjusting settings to match production requirements.
  • Improved safety standards with implementation of updated lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Conducted detailed machinery installations, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to manufacturer specifications.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular equipment safety checks.
  • Diagnosed and repaired complex machinery, leading to reduced downtime and increased production efficiency.
  • Troubleshot machinery problems and suggested accurate repairs.
  • Performed routine inspections and maintenance to optimize machinery performance.
  • Analyzed schematics and blueprints to fix machinery and calculate materials needed for repair.
  • Installed, repaired and maintained automated systems in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Diagnosed mechanical issues using precision tools, implementing effective solutions to enhance equipment reliability.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute repairs, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and operational standards.
  • Assisted in the installation of new systems, contributing to seamless integration and functionality of equipment.
  • Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
  • Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
  • Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
  • Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
  • Created durable and long-lasting structures to withstand industrial environment demands.
  • Performed routine maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and reduce downtime.
  • Conducted inspections and preventive maintenance on machinery, identifying areas for improvement to enhance operations.
  • Supported project teams in troubleshooting complex mechanical problems, enhancing overall productivity within the work environment.
  • Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
  • Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
  • Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics for maintenance efficiency, equipment uptime, and safety compliance.
  • Achieved greater precision in machine alignment by utilizing laser technology during installation and repair projects.
  • Mentored junior millwrights as they acquired new skills and gained familiarity with complex industrial machinery operations.
  • Reviewed technical documentation such as blueprints, schematics, and manuals to accurately assess equipment conditions or plan for maintenance activities.
  • Implemented standard safety procedures to prevent hazards related to industrial machinery and equipment.
  • Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.

Millwright

Gray Wolf
Carrollton, KY
05.2021 - 02.2022
  • Conducted comprehensive inspections of machinery to identify potential problems and ensure optimal performance.
  • Inserted shims, adjusted tension on nuts and bolts and positioned parts, using hand tools and measuring instruments with .2% accuracy.
  • Trained junior staff on best practices for equipment operation and safety procedures, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.
  • Improved safety standards with implementation of updated lockout/tagout procedures.
  • Conducted detailed machinery installations, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to manufacturer specifications.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular equipment safety checks.
  • Troubleshot machinery problems and suggested accurate repairs.
  • Performed routine inspections and maintenance to optimize machinery performance.
  • Analyzed schematics and blueprints to fix machinery and calculate materials needed for repair.
  • Diagnosed mechanical issues using precision tools, implementing effective solutions to enhance equipment reliability.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute repairs, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and operational standards.
  • Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
  • Aligned and leveled machines using precision measuring instruments to avoid unnecessary wear and tear.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and schematics to understand machinery design and layout.
  • Installed stationary industrial machinery and mechanical equipment according to layout plans.
  • Inspected and examined all machinery and equipment to detect malfunctions or irregularities.
  • Created durable and long-lasting structures to withstand industrial environment demands.
  • Supported project teams in troubleshooting complex mechanical problems, enhancing overall productivity within the work environment.
  • Adeptly utilized a range of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate workmanship in all tasks.
  • Improved workplace safety with diligent adherence to protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and hazard identification.
  • Consistently met or exceeded company performance metrics for maintenance efficiency, equipment uptime, and safety compliance.
  • Achieved greater precision in machine alignment by utilizing laser technology during installation and repair projects.
  • Mentored junior millwrights as they acquired new skills and gained familiarity with complex industrial machinery operations.
  • Reviewed technical documentation such as blueprints, schematics, and manuals to accurately assess equipment conditions or plan for maintenance activities.
  • Implemented standard safety procedures to prevent hazards related to industrial machinery and equipment.
  • Adhered to all workplace safety policies, regulations and compliances.

Education

High School Diploma -

Campbell County High School
Gillette, WY

Skills

  • Precision alignment
  • Equipment installation
  • Mechanical tools
  • Productivity and safety improvement
  • Hand and power tool operation
  • Refinery operations
  • Dependable and consistent
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Safety compliance
  • Blueprint reading
  • Leadership skills

Timeline

Millwright Foreman

Keiwit Construction
04.2025 - 01.2026

Millwright Foreman

Keiwit Construction
11.2023 - 03.2025

Millwright

ICS
02.2023 - 08.2023

Millwright Foreman

Kiewit
07.2022 - 03.2023

Millwright

GrayWolf
06.2022 - 07.2022

Millwright

SCS
04.2022 - 08.2022

Millwright

Gray Wolf
05.2021 - 02.2022

High School Diploma -

Campbell County High School

Bob Wilson Safty Award

2024 - I was presented with the Bob Wilson Award due to no lost time recordable accidents for myself or my crew of 10 though out the project. Blue Sky Water Treatment Facility Project, Taylor, TX

Goose Egg Award

I received the Goose Egg Award twice - 2024 and 2025 for my contribution on the Kiewit, Blue Sky Water Treatment Facilities Project, Taylor TX. This is and honored accomplishment in the construction industry. 

Charles McKinney, Sr.