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Have a Patent for new product developed at CertainTeed Ceilings
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Chris Niemi

Mass City

Summary

Dynamic Production Manager with a proven track record at CertainTeed Ceilings, excelling in operations oversight and staff management. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced production efficiency and reduced downtime through effective preventive maintenance programs. Committed to safety management and continuous improvements, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration within teams.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Manager

CertainTeed Ceilings
07.2012 - 07.2025
  • Oversee production equipment while adhering to safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
  • Assisted in maintaining inventory levels, ensuring availability of materials for production runs.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance production efficiency.
  • Monitored quality control processes, identifying defects and suggesting improvements.

Maintenance Manager

CertainTeed Ceilings
08.2009 - 07.2012
  • Led maintenance team to ensure optimal equipment functionality and reliability.
  • Developed preventive maintenance programs to reduce equipment downtime and extend lifespan.
  • Implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Managed budgets for maintenance operations, optimizing resource allocation and cost efficiency.

Maintenance Supervisor

CertainTeed Ceilings
03.2009 - 08.2009
  • Supervised daily maintenance operations, ensuring optimal equipment functionality and safety compliance.
  • Developed and implemented preventative maintenance schedules to extend equipment lifespan and reduce downtime.
  • Trained and mentored maintenance team on best practices, enhancing skills and improving service quality.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.

Process Operator

Great Lakes Pulp and Fiber
08.1996 - 03.1998
  • Operated and monitored production equipment to ensure efficient workflow and product quality.
  • Conducted routine maintenance and troubleshooting on machinery to minimize downtime.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize process efficiency and safety compliance.
  • Trained new operators on standard operating procedures and safety protocols.

Maintenance Planner/Supervisor

White Pine Copper Mine
07.1993 - 05.1996
  • Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules to reduce equipment downtime.
  • Analyzed maintenance data to identify trends and optimize resource allocation.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to prioritize maintenance tasks and ensure operational efficiency.
  • Trained staff on best practices for equipment handling and safety protocols.
  • Streamlined work order processes, improving response times for maintenance requests.
  • Created detailed work orders specifying required tasks, materials, tools, and resources for efficient execution by technicians.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Pulp And Paper Technology

Bay De Noc
Escanaba Mi

Skills

  • Operations oversight
  • Production planning
  • Staff management
  • Safety management
  • Continuous improvements
  • Created SOP and OPL

Timeline

Production Manager

CertainTeed Ceilings
07.2012 - 07.2025

Maintenance Manager

CertainTeed Ceilings
08.2009 - 07.2012

Maintenance Supervisor

CertainTeed Ceilings
03.2009 - 08.2009

Process Operator

Great Lakes Pulp and Fiber
08.1996 - 03.1998

Maintenance Planner/Supervisor

White Pine Copper Mine
07.1993 - 05.1996

Associate of Applied Science - Pulp And Paper Technology

Bay De Noc

Have a Patent for new product developed at CertainTeed Ceilings

Developed new product that was launched to customers.  Worked with R&D thru entire product development.

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