CHRIS AREVALOS
North Vernon,In
Summary
Skilled in maintenance and robotics with PLC programing with background in efficiently resolving issues ranging from minor repairs to complex system faults. Possess advanced knowledge of various tools, equipment, and techniques relevant to job success. Strengths include problem-solving, time management, and ability to work independently or as part of a team to meet operational goals. Contributed to enhancing facility safety and reducing downtime through proactive maintenance strategies and quick response to emergency repair needs.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Grote Industries
Madison, In
10.2023 - Current
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts and components to maintain proper operation.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Maintained or repaired specialized equipment or machinery.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
- Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
- Calibrated instruments used in testing processes to ensure accuracy of results.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
- Designed equipment to aid repair or maintenance of machines, mechanical equipment or building structures.
Production Worker
Manpower
Scottsburg, Indiana
02.2019 - 08.2019
- Boosted production by maneuvering machines and being more ergonomically sound
- Conserved supplies on line using a sign out system requiring team members to be accountable for their supplies
- Decreased down time by urging maintenance to do preventive maintenance
Production Worker
Manpower
Scottsburg, Indiana
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Expanded the work area to increase production by 60-80 parts an hour
- Reorganized the line by modernizing the SOP forms and layout
- Integrated the Poke-Yoke to the line and enhanced quality of product
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Received incoming shipments and reviewed contents against purchase order for accuracy.
- Monitored production line operations to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
- Looked through work orders to determine type and quantity of materials needed for each production batch.
- Kept operations area neat and orderly to minimize obstacles.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
Manager
Qdoba Restaurant
Louisville, Kentucky
07.2014 - 05.2017
- Oversaw and Managed a team of 6 team members
- Planned out the weekly schedule and delegated daily responsibilities for the team
- Analyzed and reviewed applications to possibly set up an interview with prospective employee
- Organized the supply room by consolidating the supplies
Manager
Bob Evans Restaurant
Louisville, Kentucky
06.2012 - 07.2014
- Supervised the restaurant and team members in order to have an effective team
- Coordinated the supply count in order to have an accurate amount of supplies
- Assigned tasks to team members when short staffed
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through the development of a customer service excellence program.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback and coaching for team development.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Quality Inspector
Decatur Plastic Products
North Vernon, Indiana
09.2000 - 05.2012
- Attained high quality products by showing attention to detail while analyzing the product
- Resolved quality issues by revamping the lab procedures to ensure no product left the lab without proper labels
- Unified the SOP paperwork using a streamlined approach that consolidated the check sheets
- Selected samples for use as test models.
- Followed industry standards and manufacturer instructions to calibrate measurement tools.
- Inspected, tested and measured materials, products and installations against specifications.
- Recommended corrective actions to minimize rate of product defects.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while inspecting materials or products.
Corporal
United States Marine Corps
06.1996 - 08.2000
- Oversaw a Tank crew of four on the M1A1 Abrams Battle Tank organizing and delegating the security watch nightly
- Headed the plan of attack that produced positive percentage of saved ammunition by accurately counting
- Directed junior Marines to properly achieve higher proficiency and conduct scores by spending more time studying knowledge material
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology
Purdue Polytechnic
Columbus, Indiana01-2027
Yaskawa Robotics Academy - Robotics
Yaskawa Robitics Academy
Miamisburg, OH12-2024
Associate of Applied Science - Advanced Automation
Ivy Tech Community College
Columbus, Indiana05.2023
Technical Certificate - Advanced Automotive and Robotics Technology
Ivy Tech Community College
Columbus, Indiana12.2022
Certificate - Mechatronics
Ivy Tech Community College
Columbus, Indiana12.2021
Certificate - Industrial Mechanical
Ivy Tech Community College
Columbus, Indiana12.2021
Skills
- Industrial Robotics 1 and 2
- Quality Control Concepts and Techniques
- Electrical Circuits
- Automated Mechatronics
- Mechanized Systems
- Electrical/Robotic Machine Maintenance and Installation
- Key Principles of Advanced Manufacturing
- Fluid Power 1 and 2
- Programmable Controls 1
- Programmable Controls 2
- Programmable Controls 3
- Safety awareness
- OSHA
- Motor controls
Certification
- Certification in Quality from Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC), 12/01/21
- Certification in Safety from MSSC, 12/01/21
- Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Certification and OSHA 30 card, 10/01/12
- Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA) Silver Certification, 01/01/22
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Grote Industries
10.2023 - Current
Production Worker
Manpower
02.2019 - 08.2019
Production Worker
Manpower
06.2017 - 01.2019
Manager
Qdoba Restaurant
07.2014 - 05.2017
Manager
Bob Evans Restaurant
06.2012 - 07.2014
Quality Inspector
Decatur Plastic Products
09.2000 - 05.2012
Corporal
United States Marine Corps
06.1996 - 08.2000
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology
Purdue Polytechnic
Yaskawa Robotics Academy - Robotics
Yaskawa Robitics Academy
Associate of Applied Science - Advanced Automation
Ivy Tech Community College
Technical Certificate - Advanced Automotive and Robotics Technology
Ivy Tech Community College
Certificate - Mechatronics
Ivy Tech Community College
Certificate - Industrial Mechanical
Ivy Tech Community College