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Education
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Adam VonFintel

Clio,MI

Summary

With a proven track record at Creative Foam, I excel in troubleshooting and preventive maintenance, enhancing equipment reliability by over 30%. My leadership in training teams and streamlining processes showcases my problem-solving prowess and tool management expertise, ensuring peak operational efficiency and quality output.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Creative Foam
01.2022 - Current
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
  • Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
  • Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.

Machine Builder

Creative Foam
06.2017 - 01.2022
  • Assembled equipment and components according to design specifications.
  • Created templates and patterns for fabricating different parts.
  • Unloaded deliveries and used equipment such as hand trucks and forklifts to move materials to correct locations.
  • Deburred, polished, and painted surfaces.
  • Tested finished products for compliance with tolerances and overall quality.
  • Collaborated with other line workers and team members to assemble and repair parts.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, schematics and drawings to assemble parts and products.
  • Notified engineering of errors and discrepancies.
  • Identified defective items and made repairs according to department standards.
  • Maintained neat and clean work area, clearing debris, organizing parts and keeping spaces open.
  • Performed repeated tasks while sitting or standing over extended periods of time.
  • Worked with heavy machinery and various power tools when assembling parts.
  • Repainted and precisely touched-up components and assemblies.
  • Executed entire assembly process by accurately interpreting set-up sheets, work orders, drawings, or blueprints.
  • Complied with safety standards to prevent machinery accidents and personnel injuries.
  • Installed protective devices such as bracing, padding, or strapping to prevent shifting or damage during shipping.

Group Leader

Creative Foam
01.2015 - 06.2017
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
  • Trained new team members by relaying information on company procedures and safety requirements.
  • Resolved conflict quickly to limit operational disruption and maintain positive, productive working environments.
  • Delegated tasks strategically and monitored progress for timely completion.
  • Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
  • Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
  • Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
  • Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.

Production Worker

Creative Foam
02.2012 - 01.2015
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
  • Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
  • Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
  • Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Clio High School
Clio, MI
05-2001

Skills

  • Fabrication
  • Welding
  • Painting
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Tool management
  • Lockout and tagout procedures

Certification

  • Forklift Operation Certification – Occupational Safety and Health Administration or other recognized body.
  • Electrical Safety in the Workplace (NFPA 70E) - National Fire Protection Association.
  • Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Certification - OSHA.

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Creative Foam
01.2022 - Current

Machine Builder

Creative Foam
06.2017 - 01.2022

Group Leader

Creative Foam
01.2015 - 06.2017

Production Worker

Creative Foam
02.2012 - 01.2015
  • Forklift Operation Certification – Occupational Safety and Health Administration or other recognized body.
  • Electrical Safety in the Workplace (NFPA 70E) - National Fire Protection Association.
  • Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Certification - OSHA.

High School Diploma -

Clio High School
Adam VonFintel