Daniel Scott Miller
Morganton
Summary
Detail-oriented maintenance professional skilled in mechanical diagnostics and preventive care. Successfully led teams to enhance equipment performance, improve reliability, and implement effective communication strategies within maintenance operations.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Interim Maintenance supv
Baxter International Inc
Marion
2025 - Current
- Led maintenance team to ensure facility equipment operated efficiently.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and performed necessary repairs swiftly.
- Supervised daily maintenance operations to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Conducted safety audits to identify and address potential workplace hazards.
- Scheduled repair and maintenance of machines, tools and equipment to support continuous production operations.
- Ordered replacement parts to keep machines running efficiently.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Supervised technicians in repair and installation of machines or systems per manufacturer's specifications.
- Scheduled and coordinated preventative maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability.
- Oversaw team in completing job tasks quickly and accurately with appropriate use of instruments and tools.
- Designed, fabricated and installed upgrades to improve existing equipment.
- Created detailed reports on machine downtime and root cause analysis to support production efficiency improvements.
Lead Maintenance Technician
Baxter
MARION
2024 - 2026
- Led maintenance team to ensure facility equipment operated efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance on machinery and systems.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and performed necessary repairs swiftly.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and monitored inventory levels to support operational efficiency.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and maintenance procedures.
- Collaborated with management to enhance maintenance strategies, resulting in streamlined processes.
- Monitored work order completion and worked with other team members on complex projects.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations in the workplace.
- Provided technical guidance to junior technicians in the team.
- Created and assigned work orders, delegated tasks, and supervised work.
- Repaired both single-phase and 3-phase electrical motors.
- Worked on different types of machinery and equipment including hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Assisted in troubleshooting complex problems within mechanical systems.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
- Diagnosed mechanical and electrical system issues, employing advanced troubleshooting skills to minimize downtime.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
Maintenance Technician
Baxter
Marion n.c.
2019 - 2024
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment and machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and performed repairs, reducing equipment downtime.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools for various maintenance tasks efficiently.
- Maintained detailed records of maintenance activities and repairs for tracking performance.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
- Collaborated with engineering team to develop effective solutions for recurring issues.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issues.
- Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
- Assembled and installed electrical components and pipe systems.
Industrial Mechanic
Baxter
Marion
02.2016 - 08.2019
- Maintained and repaired machinery to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Inspected equipment for wear and damage, performing necessary adjustments.
- Collaborated with team to troubleshoot mechanical issues, enhancing resolution speed.
- Documented maintenance activities and repairs for compliance and records.
- Troubleshot mechanical systems to identify problems and develop solutions.
- Performed preventive maintenance on machinery, ensuring sustained operational reliability.
- Cleaned, lubricated, and maintained machinery in order to ensure optimal performance levels.
- Analyzed blueprints, schematics, drawings, manuals and other documents to determine the correct installation procedure for a given system or component.
- Diagnosed electrical problems with the use of various testing devices.
- Fabricated replacement parts from raw materials.
- Inspected, tested, repaired and maintained industrial machinery.
- Monitored machine operation and verified performance met production requirements.
- Diagnosed electrical, mechanical and plumbing problems to apply corrective action for operational efficiency.
- Adjusted plant equipment to maintain proper performance and safe operating conditions.
- Mastered industry tools to adjust mechanical equipment, optimizing functionality and minimizing downtime.
Electrical Technician
Cooper Electric
Morganton
2010 - 2016
- Supervised daily operations to optimize workflow and enhance efficiency.
- Coordinated schedules and assignments for team members to ensure timely project completion.
- Supervised electrical installation projects ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Managed inventory of electrical supplies and equipment to support project needs.
- Reviewed blueprints and project plans to ensure accurate execution of tasks.
- Followed electrical code manuals to install and repair electrical systems.
- Analyzed blueprints, drawings, plans, sketches, or other engineering documents prior to beginning any electrical project.
- Tested electrical equipment and components for continuity, current, voltage, and resistance.
- Monitored job sites daily to ensure that all work was performed according to specifications and in a safe manner.
- Functioned as crew leader, overseeing work of lower-level electricians and trade helpers.
- Provided empowering leadership to ensure positive production outcomes and consistent team morale.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
Electrician
Maynard Electric
Morganton
2014 - 2015
- Installed electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical diagrams for accurate installations.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Executed electrical installations, maintenance, and repairs on systems, wiring, fixtures, and components to ensure safety and functionality.
- Repaired or replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and transformers.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
- Diagnosed issues in electrical circuits and equipment and took proper corrective or preventive measures for repair.
- Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
- Interpreted schematics, blueprints and diagrams to complete projects on time.
- Utilized tools such as multimeters for testing electrical components.
- Completed jobsites efficiently while adhering to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
- Executed emergency repairs on broken wires and replaced fuses.
- Tested circuit continuity with ohmmeters and voltmeters to confirm proper operation before energizing.
- Installed electrical wiring during remodeling projects.
- Connected and repaired equipment based on mechanical drawings and electrical prints.
- Installed lighting fixtures such as recessed lighting, wall sconces and ceiling fans.
- Installed electrical wiring, conduits and distribution systems in both commercial and residential settings.
- Connected circuit breakers, transformers and other electrical components to form complete systems according to established codes and specifications.
- Ensured that all work was done according to relevant building codes and industry standards.
- Conducted final tests on installations to verify functionality and compliance before handover.
- Tested and repaired electric motors, variable frequency drives, alarms and control systems.
- Frequently worked overtime, weekends and holidays.
- Climbed towers and navigated confined crawl spaces to perform electrical installations and maintenance.
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
- Used power construction equipment, measuring devices and testing equipment to complete electrical installations.
Construction Worker
The powel group
Morganton
2007 - 2010
- Constructed wooden frames according to design specifications and project requirements.
- Utilized hand and power tools to shape and assemble framing materials.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding, scraping, and filling imperfections.
- Inspected finished products for quality and consistency.
- Handled materials with care during loading and unloading processes.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Education
Construction Technolgy
WPCC
Morganton, NCSkills
- Equipment maintenance and preventive care
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical diagnostics
- Maintenance & repair
- Technical training and support
- Inventory management
- Project coordination
- Compliance adherence
- Attention to detail
- Time management skills
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Problem resolution strategies
- Computer literacy
- Microsoft Office
- Data entry
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) use
- Team leadership and building
- Maintenance & repair
Timeline
Industrial Mechanic
Baxter
02.2016 - 08.2019
Interim Maintenance supv
Baxter International Inc
2025 - Current
Lead Maintenance Technician
Baxter
2024 - 2026
Maintenance Technician
Baxter
2019 - 2024
Electrical Technician
Cooper Electric
2010 - 2016
Electrician
Maynard Electric
2014 - 2015
Construction Worker
The powel group
2007 - 2010
Construction Technolgy
WPCC