Andrew J. Minchener
Asheville,NC
Summary
Resourceful maintenance and repair professional recognized for high productivity and efficient task completion. Expertise in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and safety compliance. Strong time management and problem-solving skills contribute to seamless operations and enhanced workplace safety.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Linamar Light Metals
Fletcher, NC
06.2023 - Current
- OSHA 10 Certified
- Repair Fanuc Robots
- Mechanical & Electrical Troubleshooting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems
- End Of Shift Reports
- IFS
- Blueprint & Schematic Interpretation
- Robotics Maintenance
- LOTO Procedures
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Robotic Control Systems (Fanuc)
- Collaborate with Engineering teams on equipment upgrades and new installations, ensuring seamless integration into production lines and to all safety standards
- Repair Doosans (Chip pans, Spindles, Drawbar's, Tool doors, Repair Hydraulic units, etc)
Mechanical assembler/ Industrial painter Supervisor
Ogden / Rfsprotec
Matthews, NC
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Assemble Radio Frequency Machinery
- Install Hydraulic Lines, Airlines/ Air Fittings, Air Cylinders, Hydraulic Cylinders, Motors, Chains, Sprockets, Shafts, manufacturing custom parts to fit, so much more
- Supervise The Head Painter on parts that needs painted
- Order supplies such as Paint, Sand Paper, and Bondo
- Paint Machines and Parts The correct color from BluePrints
Master Paint Technician
Rimguard Xtreme
Charlotte, NC
03.2015 - 01.2023
- Repair damaged wheels
- Paint and clear coat wheels
- Polish wheels
- Repair bent wheels
Maintenance Technician
PalletOne
Siler City, NC
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Maintained and Repaired all mechanical components and machinery within the sawmill, including saws, conveyors, pumps, and gearboxes, to ensure continuous operation.
- Troubleshoot and Diagnosed complex mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and basic electrical issues on production equipment to minimize unplanned downtime.
- Performed scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) on processing equipment, lubrication systems, and power transmission machinery, contributing to a 28% reduction in equipment malfunctions and unplanned stoppages.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to guide repair procedures and new equipment installations.
- Adhered to all plant safety guidelines, policies, and procedures, including Lock-Out/Tag-Out Protocols, to maintain a safe working environment.
- Operated heavy equipment such as Forklifts, Bobcats, Cranes to move machinery and materials safely during maintenance operations.
- Documented maintenance tasks, repairs performed, and parts used accurately in a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CCMS) for inventory management and historical tracking.
- Collaborated with the production team and other maintenance personnel to prioritize work orders and coordinate maintenance schedules efficiently.
Automotive Paint Technician
Dent Wizard International
Greensboro, NC
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Repair body work
- Bondo
- Pull dents
- Paint vehicles
Geographic Surveying Engineer
CPT Engineering & Surveying, Inc
High Point, NC
07.2014 - 02.2015
- Rod man
- Instrument man
Cube X Assembly Line
Aerotek (3D Systems)
Rock Hill, SC
09.2013 - 07.2014
- Build metal frames
- Wiring power
- Quality Control
- Sub assembly
- Packaging
Final Assembly Lead
DesignLine USA
Charlotte, NC
09.2011 - 08.2013
- Supervise/Lead 25+ Employees
- Fit dash, blowers, mirrors, handrails
- Fit front and rear bumpers
- Sand parts and repair paint
- End Of Shift Reports
- Install and adjust headlights, door locks and hazard lights
- Proficient with drills, angle grinders, cut off wheel, bandsaw, sheer, and brake press
- Body Line
- Drill, glue, rivet and seal all floors
- Install heat vents and AC drains
- Fit doors, hinges and brackets
- Install windows, windshields, speakers, air ducting, driver’s console and controls
- Assemble and install seats
- Install and run maintenance on turbine
- Install gas lines
- Bondo, fiberglass and various other body work
- (Electric Bus Company)
Production Manager
All Star Sign Shop
Indian Trail, NC
12.2007 - 09.2011
- Produce signs from vinyl
- Run flatbed printer
- Customer service
- Installation
Education
Certificate - Robotics
Blue Ridge Community College
Flat Rock, NC04.2024
GED - Salemburg, NC
North Carolina Tarheel Challenge Academy
Salemburg, NC12.2004
Certificate - Industrial Maintenance
Sampson University College
Clinton, NC12.2004
Skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Blueprint interpretation
- Robotics maintenance
- Hydraulic systems
- Quality control
- Safety protocols
- Power tools proficiency
- Time management
- Root cause analysis
- Effective communication
- Hand tools expertise
- Maintenance scheduling
- Reporting and documentation
- Mechanical repair
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Troubleshooting skills
- Field maintenance
- Pneumatic systems
- Equipment Repair
- Conveyor systems
- Machine lubrication
- Blueprint and schematics
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Linamar Light Metals
06.2023 - Current
Mechanical assembler/ Industrial painter Supervisor
Ogden / Rfsprotec
01.2023 - 05.2023
Maintenance Technician
PalletOne
08.2019 - 10.2020
Automotive Paint Technician
Dent Wizard International
02.2018 - 06.2019
Master Paint Technician
Rimguard Xtreme
03.2015 - 01.2023
Geographic Surveying Engineer
CPT Engineering & Surveying, Inc
07.2014 - 02.2015
Cube X Assembly Line
Aerotek (3D Systems)
09.2013 - 07.2014
Final Assembly Lead
DesignLine USA
09.2011 - 08.2013
Production Manager
All Star Sign Shop
12.2007 - 09.2011
Certificate - Robotics
Blue Ridge Community College
GED - Salemburg, NC
North Carolina Tarheel Challenge Academy
Certificate - Industrial Maintenance
Sampson University College