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Christopher Sines

Defiance

Summary

Results-driven Maintenance Supervisor with extensive experience at Nostrum Laboratories Inc., excelling in equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through effective staff training and emergency response coordination. Skilled in preventive maintenance and facilities inspection, ensuring optimal performance and safety across all operations.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Supervisor

Nostrum Laboratories Inc.
Bryan
12.2015 - 08.2025
  • Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and established priorities for completion of jobs.
  • Scheduled repair and maintenance of machines, tools and equipment to support continuous production operations.
  • Inspected facilities to determine problems and schedule necessary maintenance.
  • Ordered replacement parts as required to keep machines running efficiently.
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
  • Supervised technicians on repair and installation of machines or systems according to manufacturer's specifications.
  • Scheduled and coordinated preventative maintenance activities to ensure equipment reliability.
  • Coordinated emergency repairs as needed in order to minimize disruption in production schedules.
  • Assisted in training new hires on proper operation and maintenance techniques for various types of machinery.
  • Designed, fabricated and installed upgrades to improve existing equipment.
  • Inspected machines and equipment for conformance with operational standards.
  • Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules for laboratory equipment and systems.
  • Conducted routine inspections to identify potential issues and hazards.
  • Collaborated with other departments to address facility-related concerns promptly.

Maintenance Technician

Nostrum Laboratories Inc.
Bryan
01.2007 - 12.2015
  • Performed preventive maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
  • Repaired mechanical systems and equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Maintained records of repairs and maintenance activities for tracking purposes.
  • Responded quickly to urgent repair requests from various departments.
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
  • Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
  • Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
  • Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
  • Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
  • Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
  • Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
  • Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
  • Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems using visual inspections and test instruments.
  • Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
  • Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
  • Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks, and closet rods to meet customer needs.
  • Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
  • Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
  • Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
  • Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
  • Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
  • Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
  • Ensured proper functioning of facility's HVAC system by performing regular maintenance checks.
  • Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
  • Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
  • Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
  • Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.

Farm Manager

Cooper Hatchery
Oakwood
06.1993 - 07.2006
  • Supervised daily operations of poultry production and management activities.
  • Implemented biosecurity measures to maintain flock health and safety.
  • Trained staff on best practices for animal care and farm management.
  • Managed inventory of supplies and equipment for efficient farm operations.
  • Coordinated the maintenance of farm equipment, machinery, buildings, fences, and other infrastructure.
  • Established safety procedures and took action to minimize safety incidents on farm.
  • Managed budgets and tracked expenses related to labor costs, production costs, fuel costs and more.
  • Developed long-term strategies for increasing efficiency while reducing overhead costs associated with running the farm business.
  • Implemented action plans to meet farm-specific and company-set goals.

General Farm Laborer

Cooper Hatchery
Oakwood
05.1990 - 06.1993
  • Cleaned barns, nests and other areas of the farm.
  • Examined animals to detect health issues, as well as monitored for growth and maturity.
  • Laid straw
  • Provided training and guidance to new staff on farm procedures.
  • Collected eggs from Turkey Barn on a daily basis.

Education

High School Diploma -

Defiance City School
Defiance, OH
06-1991

High School Diploma -

Four County Vocational School
Archbold, OH

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Troubleshooting techniques
  • Parts inventory management
  • Facilities inspection
  • Repair coordination
  • Problem solving
  • Staff training
  • Emergency response
  • Team leadership
  • Effective communication
  • Work order management
  • Maintenance record keeping
  • Staff scheduling
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Staff management
  • Troubleshooting
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Welding techniques
  • Team supervision
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Work order processing
  • Employee scheduling
  • Grounds maintenance
  • Vendor coordination
  • Pest control
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Employee performance evaluation
  • Roofing repairs
  • Maintenance scheduling
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Plumbing repairs
  • Deadline management
  • Fire alarm systems
  • Electrical systems
  • HVAC systems
  • Quality control
  • Boiler operations
  • Pneumatic systems
  • Contractor coordination
  • Inventory replenishment
  • Facilities maintenance
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Continuous improvement

Training

Time Management Class, Basic Management Class, Team Building Class, CPR and First Aide Training, Boiler Training 

Timeline

Maintenance Supervisor

Nostrum Laboratories Inc.
12.2015 - 08.2025

Maintenance Technician

Nostrum Laboratories Inc.
01.2007 - 12.2015

Farm Manager

Cooper Hatchery
06.1993 - 07.2006

General Farm Laborer

Cooper Hatchery
05.1990 - 06.1993

High School Diploma -

Defiance City School

High School Diploma -

Four County Vocational School