Erik Russell

Independent Contractor

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NashvilleMember since October 5, 2026

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Manufacturing Operations Manager with 6+ years at Cummins RMEP driving uptime and HPU targets across 40+ CNC operators on high-volume engine head and block lines — with hands-on PLC/electrical background that bridges production and maintenance.

Experience

Independent Contractor at Prime Route Transport LLC (2026-06 – Present)

Maintained and repaired Semi Tractor per need, keeping accurate records of work performed.
Safely pick-up and deliver freight to multiple customer accounts in a timely manner.
Provided onsite customer service to national accounts when picking up and delivering freight.

TMC Transportation — Annette Holdings (2025-09 – 2026-05)

Maintained and repaired Semi Tractor per need, keeping accurate records of work performed.
Safely pick-up, secure with specified equipment or tarps per specific load requirements, transporting and delivering freight on flatbed trailer to multiple customer accounts in a timely manner.
Provided onsite customer service to national accounts when picking up and delivering freight.

Manufacturing Shop Operations Team Manager at Cummins Inc. RMEP (2022-02 – 2025-09)

Reporting directly to RMEP Manufacturing Director, HSE Director and RMEP Plant Manager.

Lead 40+ CNC Machine Operators across Headline Machining lines, overseeing performance appraisals, disciplinary reviews, career planning, and hiring. Separately: Manage employee scheduling, continuing education, and e-time approval for the full team.
Responsible for planning the re processing of materials that are designated as Work in Process (WIP) status, plan and implement the changeover of production lines based on business production build plans, from 6-cylinder Heads of various proliferations; for industrial, automotive, and marine engines built internally in our facility or Engine heads shipped to our external and international customers for engine builds.
Maintained [actual %] uptime across [actual number] machines by coordinating quarterly PMs and rapid-response maintenance, consistently meeting HPU/PPH targets of [actual number] units per shift.
Conduct daily count of inventory for inline, offloaded and finished product for production scheduling, prepare end of shift reports for debrief with upper management both in person and daily emails.

Electrical Maintenance Technician Apprentice at Cummins Inc. RMEP (2022-02)

Performed electrical activities utilizing PLC and electrical measuring instruments to keep robotics and all other equipment capable and available.
Completed tasks or work in accordance with electrical prints, diagrams, sketches, operation manuals and specifications using various tools, measuring, and testing instruments.
Adhered to applicable codes and standards to maintain, install, and operate electrical systems functioning in multi-craft capacity (electrical & mechanical environments.) working with equipment that ranges from the latest in technology to legacy equipment with some project and new installation.

On Air Host / Personality / Music Program Broadcast at WPWZ POWER 95.5 FM (2020-05 – 2022-02)

On Air Host for Southern Soul Saturday’s on WPWZ Power 95.5FM, a On Air Host for Southern Soul Saturdays on WPWZ Power 95.5FM, a Southern Soul music program reaching [X] listeners across the Rocky Mount and Eastern N. Carolina markets..

Prepare and host various music intensive shows incorporating content appropriate for intended audience.
Meet with Program Director(s) on a regular basis to review on-air performance and establish on-going goals for the show(s).
Other duties are assigned as needed for working with talent, artists and high profile individuals. Reporting of breaking news, on air ads and relevant content.

Machining Engine Business A B- Block Production Cell Leader at Cummins Inc. RMEP (2018-02 – 2022-10)

Reported directly to the department manager, business manager, machining production manager, and machining director.

Supervised 30+ CNC Machine Operators across Epic/Puma engine block lines; reduced unplanned downtime by [X]% through proactive PM coordination and achieved [X] HPU target for [N] consecutive quarters.
Responsible for planning the re processing of materials that are designated as Work in Process (WIP) status, plan and implement the changeover of production lines based on business production build plans, from 6-cylinder Epic to 4-cylinder Puma engine blocks for industrial, automotive, and marine engines built internally in our facility or Engine blocks shipped to our external customers for engine builds.
Responsible for production continuity and accounting for machine downtime, hourly production goals, coordinating with maintenance department management the scheduling of maintenance quarterly PMs for department machines and production readiness on non-production days. Daily oversight of Mechanical and Electrical Maintenance Technicians during unplanned downtime repair and quick uptime on machines to prevent delays in production
Conduct daily count of inventory for inline, offloaded and finished product for production scheduling, prepare end of shift reports for debrief with upper management both in person and daily emails.

Machine Operator 1

Inspect rough cast blocks for rust and or damage prior to loading the rough cast blocks with Hoist lift and J-hook onto block qualifier line for production.
Assemble bearing cap heads using lubricated bolts and an inline torque nut runner to bottom of Yukon, Gas and Rat engine blocks. Utilizing a flashlight and bore gauge to perform quality checks on blocks, inspecting same for burrs, depth and width defects according to gage frequency and control plans.
Perform installation of tapped pins to Yukon engine blocks using a SMART Arm and Torque gun, inspecting for correct amount of torque and placement for continued production.
Assist Machine Operators upon request with LOTO, tool change of milling tools, according to tool change frequency and assist with re-qualifying machine(s) for production readiness on various types of machining stations on the C-Block lines.
Maintain cleanliness of equipment at workstation, orderly placement of production related materials, update daily Hoist inspection, Product variance and Hourly Production Logs per required need.

Russell Logistix, LLC. (2011-05 – 2017-06)

Safely operating an 80,000 GVWR Semi tractor-trailer in interstate commerce.
Negotiate shipping rates, shipping and delivery dates with freight brokers and customer service agents at shipping and consignee locations for interstate commerce.
Provide Quarterly Maintenance Reports and Repairs per State and Federal laws.
Driver Mentor-Trainer is responsible for working with and training recent graduates from CDL schools.
As a Driver Mentor, I spend between 200 and 300 hours with recent driver graduates behind the wheel in real world conditions hauling loads, delivering freight and helping them become capable, confident truck drivers while taking care of customers' needs.

Contract Owner-Operator/Driver Representative/Driver Mentor-Trainer at Swift Transportation, LLC. (2011-05 – Present)

Maintained and repaired Semi Tractor per need, keeping accurate records of work performed.
Safely pick-up and deliver freight to Swift Transportation customer accounts in a timely manner.
Provided onsite customer service to Swift national accounts when picking up and delivering freight.
Driver Mentor-Trainer is responsible for working with and training recent graduates from CDL schools.
As a Driver Mentor, I spend between 200 and 300 hours with recent driver graduates behind the wheel in real world conditions hauling loads, delivering freight and helping them become capable, confident truck drivers while taking care of custo