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Chance S Sievers

New Braunfels,TX

Summary

Versatile Repair Tech with talents in troubleshooting engine failures and repairing engines. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to manage several different tasks at once.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Repair Technician

Caterpillar Inc
08.2021 - Current
  • Coach piers how to read and analyze test data from LBTs and MALTs
  • Reduced scrap costs and out of process rework from excessive head swaps with training in engine diagnoses
  • Completed all repair activities promptly and to high quality standards.
  • Maintained inventory of repair supplies and ordered parts.
  • Utilized variety of tools and diagnostic equipment to complete repairs. I.E. PRWB, Epix, PSPS
  • Follow repair processes Completed partial or full dismantling of engines to safely and quickly repair or replace defective components.
  • Provided technical advice and guidance to piers
  • Maintained safe working conditions by keeping work areas clean and free from unneeded items.

Team Lead

Caterpillar Inc
05.2016 - 08.2021
  • Obtained knowledge and skills to manage and guide my team to success to meet daily goals
  • Manage team performance by utilizing cross training, mentoring, and motivating up to 30 employees
  • Establish open and professional relationships with team members which maximized conflict resolution with positive outcomes.
  • Audited team performance and compliance with Standard work and 5S audits
  • Enforce regulatory and company policy compliance to Caterpillar code of conduct and employee safety
  • Created and implemented Continuous improvements for efficiency and safety
  • Retrieved/Purchased tools to make operators' tasks easier to increase operations efficiency and ergonomics.
  • Punctual, Arriving 1 hour early to complete production mix and to ensure MALT/LBT is ready for use

Production Technician

Caterpillar Inc
09.2014 - 05.2016
  • Promptly documented and reported all defective equipment and hazardous conditions.
  • Trained new personnel to properly use production equipment and apply best practices.
  • Comply to ISO9001 standards
  • 5s to keep area clean and free of safety hazard
  • Improve facility using Continuous Improvement cards
  • Using various tools such as ST, DC Electric, and pneumatic torque wrenches, lift assist, protractors, and angle gauges

Production Technician

Aerotek @ Caterpillar
07.2013 - 09.2014

Education

High School Diploma -

Canyon High School
New Braunfels, TX
06.2013

Skills

  • Safety Requirements
  • Replacement and Repair Work
  • Team Member Motivation
  • Team Meetings
  • Overhead Cranes
  • Leadership
  • Quality Control
  • Continuous Improvement Process
  • Prevention Strategies
  • Team Monitoring
  • Complaint Resolution

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 6 in the development of C15 MALT 1 improvements resulting in reduced cycle time
  • Documented and resolved Oil pressure failure for FTE05548 which led to identifying casting defects in oil galleys .
  • Safety Improvements: New fixture for ADA's to improve safety and reduce potential safety incidents. Recognized by Facility Manager for knowledge of Zero torque tools and safety in area; New lift assist at Station 3-0400-R1 to lift Air Compressors easier with less back straining
  • Quality Catches: 11 Engines with wrong Rocker Arms; Feeler gauges at St.44 past due on calibration date; 5 Engines with studs backwards in front housing from St.21;
  • Multiple Perfect attendance awards/No occurrences
  • Multiple Exceed expectations reviews

Timeline

Repair Technician

Caterpillar Inc
08.2021 - Current

Team Lead

Caterpillar Inc
05.2016 - 08.2021

Production Technician

Caterpillar Inc
09.2014 - 05.2016

Production Technician

Aerotek @ Caterpillar
07.2013 - 09.2014

High School Diploma -

Canyon High School

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