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S3: E6 Maintenance Management at American Tank: Chris Smith's UpKeep Journey

In this episode, host Bryan chats with Chris Smith, the Maintenance Manager at American Tank and a naval veteran.

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Welcome to the UpKeep Pledge Pros Podcast! In this episode, host Bryan chats with Chris Smith, the Maintenance Manager at American Tank and a naval veteran. Chris shares his extensive background in maintenance, his journey from the Navy to heavy industry, and how UpKeep has transformed their maintenance operations.

Key Highlights:

  • Introduction to Chris Smith: Meet Chris, a dedicated maintenance p
  • Professional with over 30 years of experience, including time spent in the Navy and the steel industry. Journey to Maintenance Management: Chris's career path from a paper mill apprentice to Maintenance Manager at American Tank.
  • Choosing UpKeep: Why American Tank transitioned to UpKeep and the key benefits they've experienced.
  • Maintenance Software Systems: A deep dive into the various maintenance software systems Chris has used and how UpKeep stands out.
  • Heavy Industry Challenges: Unique maintenance challenges in heavy industry and how UpKeep helps overcome them.
  • Operational Improvements: Enhanced PM program implementation, inventory management, and real-time reporting with UpKeep.
  • Future Goals: Chris's vision for the future of maintenance at American Tank and continuous improvement with UpKeep.

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