Cesar Najera
Chicago,IL
Summary
Hardworking maintenance mechanic skilled at performing equipment service by troubleshooting and conducting preventive maintenance tasks. Adept at repairing and replacing parts, along with calibrating and adjusting machines. Looking to tackle new responsibilities and build upon skills as a professional. Competent at following directions and taking initiative using extensive knowledge. Committed to thorough repairs and long-term maintenance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Maintenance Mechanic
WinCup
West Chicago, Illinois
09.2024 - Current
- Led mechanical repairs on production equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to minimize equipment downtime.
- Collaborated with production teams to address machinery-related issues promptly.
- Conducted inspections and diagnostics on machinery to identify malfunctions.
- Managed inventory of spare parts and tools for maintenance tasks.
- Monitored work order completion and worked with other team members on complex projects.
- Scheduled regular maintenance checks on all production machinery.
- Assisted with installation of new machines or equipment as needed.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety policies and procedures at all times.
- Supervised other mechanics in the completion of their tasks.
- Repaired and replaced faulty components in machines, using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
- Ordered parts for repairs or replacement as needed.
- Inspected and maintained all mechanical equipment to ensure proper operation.
Lead Machine operator
Batavia Container
Bedford Park, IL
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Successfully complete high-quality jobs that result in customer satisfaction, and on-time delivery
- Follow blueprints to setup operational sequences and achieve operational efficiency
- Oversee daily operations and implement strategies that optimize workflows and prevent malfunction
- Uphold production in accordance with safety protocols and company policy.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Collaborate with production managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Clean equipment on regular schedules to maintain life of machinery and achieve consistent operations.
- Manage quality control of production regularly
- Trained new operators on equipment and safety protocols.
Mechanic Technician
DS Containers
Batavia, IL
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined solutions to correct concerns.
- Audited, maintained, and repaired equipment to achieve operational efficiency.
- Set up machines for various jobs to maintain compliance
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time log to keep management up to date.
- Read blueprints, product specifications and tooling instructions to plan correct operational sequences.
- Monitored production line to prevent pileups and jams.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Train new employees by explaining company procedures, job duties and performance expectations.
- Trained new mechanics to perform and document quality inspections and audits.
FFG Machine Operator
The Royal Group
Chicago, IL
12.2014 - 07.2018
- Processed written and verbal instructions, prints and work orders
- Calibrated machinery according to prescribed standards and specific project needs.
- Monitored the quality of the product.
- Practiced safe lockout/tagout procedures to prevent injury to personnel during maintenance procedures.
- Created and maintained daily activity logs to track ongoing operational performance.
- Entered and distributed work orders to other technicians.
- Maintained high-level communication with direct supervisors and preventative maintenance.
- Promoted positive work environment by responding quickly to inquiries, delivering constructive feedback and pleasantly engaging employees.
Office Clerk
Forever Care Home Physicians
Chicago, IL
06.2012 - 12.2014
- Set up and confirm appointments
- Enter patients' information to database
- Managed high volume of phone calls
Pharmacy Technician
Alina Pharmacy
Chicago, IL
09.2010 - 09.2012
- Monitored inventory.
- Documented prescriptions and patient information
- Dispense of medications
- Contacted doctors for refills on medications
Education
GED - general studies
Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL, United StatesSkills
- Quick learner
- Highly organized
- Strong analytical abilities
- Outstanding customer relations
- Articulate in oral and written communications
- Equipment maintenance
- Preventive maintenance
- Spare parts management
- Mechanical repairs
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Training and mentoring
- Time management
- Inventory management
- Technical documentation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Work order management
- Scissor lifts
- Troubleshooting and repairs
- Hand and power tool use
- Mechanical aptitude
Timeline
Lead Maintenance Mechanic
WinCup
09.2024 - Current
Lead Machine operator
Batavia Container
01.2023 - 09.2024
Mechanic Technician
DS Containers
08.2021 - 01.2023
FFG Machine Operator
The Royal Group
12.2014 - 07.2018
Office Clerk
Forever Care Home Physicians
06.2012 - 12.2014
Pharmacy Technician
Alina Pharmacy
09.2010 - 09.2012
GED - general studies
Wilbur Wright College