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Andrew Vallade

Monroe

Summary

Results-driven Maintenance Technician with experience at Westrock, skilled in preventive maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting. Proven ability to enhance equipment efficiency and reduce downtime through proactive inspections. Strong collaborator and effective communicator, dedicated to maintaining a safe work environment while ensuring optimal production processes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Technician

Westrock
10.2022 - Current
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Operated various tools and equipment proficiently while maintaining a safe work environment at all times.
  • Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.
  • Enhanced equipment efficiency by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
  • Reduced machine downtime by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential issues.
  • Used hand and power tools to repair and maintain industrial machinery.

Machine Operator

Westrock
10.2020 - 03.2022
  • Organized and cleaned work area to meet standards, keep tidy and prevent injuries.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge and best practices for optimal performance.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Documented production activity in logs and job tickets.
  • Improved product quality with thorough inspections and adjustments to machine settings as needed.
  • Collaborated with team members for seamless transitions between shifts and increased productivity overall.

Machine Operator

Jaytech
02.2017 - 10.2020
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Loaded raw materials into machines and unloaded finished products to keep manufacturing process running smoothly.

Education

Science, Mechanical.

Jefferson High School
Monroe, MI
06-2005

Skills

  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Building maintenance
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Maintenance documentation
  • Pump maintenance
  • Conveyor system maintenance
  • Hydraulic systems repair
  • Pneumatic systems maintenance
  • Production processes
  • Mechanical repair

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Westrock
10.2022 - Current

Machine Operator

Westrock
10.2020 - 03.2022

Machine Operator

Jaytech
02.2017 - 10.2020

Science, Mechanical.

Jefferson High School