Chad Woliver
Master Repair Technician
Atwater,OH
Summary
Adept Master Repair Technician with a proven track record at STERIS, specializing in surgical instrument maintenance and repair. Demonstrated excellence in equipment inspection and problem-solving, enhancing process efficiency and safety compliance. Collaborated effectively with teams to innovate maintenance strategies, significantly improving operational standards. Skilled in equipment repair and maintenance, underpinned by strong analytical thinking and adaptability.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Repair Technician
STERIS
Stow, OH
03.2014 - Current
- Inspected instruments after use to ensure proper working order and cleanliness prior to sterilization.
- Adhered strictly to safety policies while handling sharp objects such as scalpels, scissors, forceps.
- Repaired minor damages or malfunctioning of instruments as needed.
- Assisted in training new technicians on repair procedures and company policies.
- Inspected, evaluated and determined necessary modifications or performed simple repairs.
- Interpreted blueprints, drawings, and engineering information to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
- Checked completed workpieces against specifications to assess conformance.
- Maintained specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling, and thread chasing operations.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance tasks on CNC machinery.
- Checked accuracy of programs prior to running production runs utilizing simulation software packages.
- Followed safety guidelines and regulations, including wearing personal protective equipment and ensuring a safe work environment.
- Interfaced with machines to adjust settings or tools, driving high-quality production.
- Kept parts within close tolerances of design standards to maintain optimal quality.
- Set up and operated CNC machines to perform tasks such as drilling, grinding, and milling.
- Collaborated with other technicians to develop more efficient methods for maintaining and repairing instruments.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed during maintenance activities.
- Repaired, modified and maintained artificial limbs, braces and surgical supports.
- Polished artificial limbs, braces and supports using powered grinding and buffing wheels.
- Maintained accurate records of medical instrument maintenance and repairs.
- Replaced defective parts or components in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
Education
High School Diploma -
LeeHigh School
Jonesville, VA06-1989
Skills
- Equipment maintenance proficiency
- Equipment Repair
- Maintenance records
- Equipment inspection
- Surgical instrumentation
- Instrument assembly
- Medical device repair
- Self motivation
- Maintenance and repair
- Adaptability
- Analytical thinking
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Safety management
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
Affiliations
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Outdoor enthusiast
- Family man
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Master Repair Technician
STERIS
03.2014 - Current
High School Diploma -
LeeHigh School
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