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Chris Withers

Westminster,CO

Summary

Military veteran with 6 years of experience in ICBM systems. Experienced in electrical-mechanical repair and troubleshooting for several ICBM integrated components. Knowledgeable of fermentation processes and maintaining associated equipment. Advanced mechanical expertise and technical know-how to handle any challenge. Highly observant, organized and methodical in isolating and resolving any issue.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Fermentation Associate

Emergy Inc
05.2022 - Current
  • Assisted in startup and commissioning process for two state-of-the-art food fermentation facilities
  • Monitor, troubleshooting, and repair of fermentation vessels in 24/7 facility.
  • Ensure complete sterilization of vessels through clean in place and sterilize in place methods.
  • Continuously retrieve samples of product from vessels to process in lab ensuring no loss of sterilization in product.
  • Participate in preventative maintenance of pumps, valves, and piping connections involved in fermentation process.
  • Help create and update documentation for system operation processes and one point lessons.

Missile Maintenance Technician

United States Air Force
04.2013 - 04.2019
  • Completed 14 MILSTAR Periodic Maintenance Inspections ensuring long-term performance of equipment worth $1.5 Million.
  • Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools to achieve readiness, safety, and cleanliness.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on several mechanical and electrical systems within Minute Man 3 ICBM missile system.

Cashier

U-Stop Convenience Store Inc
08.2008 - 11.2012
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs to promote loyalty, satisfaction and sales numbers.
  • Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
  • Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
  • Checked identification for proof-of-age and refusing alcohol and tobacco sales to underage customers.

Education

Associate of Science - Fermentation Science

Front Range Community College
Fort Collins, CO
12.2021

No Degree - Graphic Communications

Iowa Western Community College
Council Bluffs, IA

Skills

  • Inventory Control
  • Teamwork
  • Leadership
  • Organization and Time management
  • Problem Solving
  • Preventive and Reparative Maintenance
  • Safety Awareness
  • Sterile Procedures and Techniques

Timeline

Fermentation Associate

Emergy Inc
05.2022 - Current

Missile Maintenance Technician

United States Air Force
04.2013 - 04.2019

Cashier

U-Stop Convenience Store Inc
08.2008 - 11.2012

Associate of Science - Fermentation Science

Front Range Community College

No Degree - Graphic Communications

Iowa Western Community College
Chris Withers