Christopher Shaffer
Kahoka,MO
Summary
At Conagra Brands, a skilled Maintenance Technician excelled in swiftly diagnosing and resolving equipment issues, enhancing machinery efficiency and safety. Demonstrated expertise in TIG and MIG welding, alongside exceptional problem-solving abilities, significantly reduced downtime. Trained peers in maintenance best practices, showcasing leadership and technical prowess in improving operational productivity.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Conagra Brands
Fort Madison, IA
04.2001 - Current
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
- Minimized production delays, responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns or unexpected malfunctions.
- Boosted overall productivity with timely preventive maintenance on key equipment.
- Assisted management in developing long-term plans for equipment upgrades and replacements.
- Supported inventory management efforts, tracking spare parts usage and reordering as necessary.
- Reduced equipment failures, meticulously adhering to manufacturers' maintenance guidelines.
- Improved machine efficiency, conducting regular diagnostics and repairs.
- Increased machinery lifespan with detailed attention to routine and preventive maintenance tasks.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
Education
Industrial Electronics
Southeastern Community College
Keokuk, IASkills
Tig welding and mig welding stainless, mild steel and aluminum
Sanitary, and structural welding
Fabrication of guarding, railing, framework new installation or rebuilding of old
Rebuilding centrifugal, vacuum, diaphragm, hydraulic pumps
Rebuilding gearboxes from simple to manual transmissions
Installation of motor gearboxes with coupling driveline to pumps
Able to run a manual end mill
Removable and installation of any bearings
Able to use calipers and micrometer for precision tolerance applications
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Conagra Brands
04.2001 - Current
Industrial Electronics
Southeastern Community College