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Christopher Weger

Kalamazoo,MI

Summary

Results-driven professional leads, motivates and collaborates with team. Experienced in troubleshooting and diagnosing repair issues. Committed to implementing best practices and standards to deliver customer satisfaction.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Supervisor

Graphic Packaging
06.2022 - Current
  • Supervised a team of technicians, providing guidance on complex repair tasks and fostering professional development opportunities.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and repairing issues with machinery, electrical systems, and facility infrastructure.
  • Facilitated strong communication between maintenance personnel and other departments to ensure seamless coordination during planned outages or emergency situations.

Maintenance Planner

Graphic Packaging
02.2016 - 06.2022
  • Coordinated with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of spare parts, minimizing delays in repairs.
  • Reduced downtime for critical assets by developing and implementing comprehensive maintenance plans.
  • Negotiated contracts with external service providers for specialized services when necessary, ensuring quality work at competitive rates.
  • Performed root cause analyses on recurring equipment failures, identifying potential solutions to prevent future occurrences.
  • Created detailed work orders specifying required tasks, materials, tools, and resources for efficient execution by technicians.
  • Conducted risk assessments on critical assets to prioritize required maintenance activities accordingly.
  • Optimized productivity by eliminating downtime, efficient budgeting, allocating tasks and maintaining high standards of safety and quality.
  • Oversaw equipment and parts inventory and tracked shipments to reduce stock shortages.

Prod. Supervisor

Graphic Packaging
10.2015 - 02.2016
  • Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.

Printing Press Operator

Graphic Packaging
09.2014 - 10.2015
  • Examined job orders to determine quantity, stock specifications, colors and special printing instructions.
  • Set up and operated printing press machines.

Team Leader - Construction

Total Property Management
05.2010 - 08.2014
  • Increased customer satisfaction ratings by closely monitoring service quality standards and addressing any issues promptly.
  • Coordinated resources effectively to meet project deadlines and achieve desired results.

Education

A.S. in Engineering Technology -

Kalamazoo Valley CC
04.2010

Skills

  • Leadership Excellence, MMTC 2022
  • Six Sigma Green Belt
  • PSC (Planning, Scheduling Certification), Certification 2017
  • Rockwell/Allen Bradley Programming
  • CMMS Proficient (SAP)
  • Pneumatics and Hydraulics Systems
  • Paper and Converting Knowledge

Leadership Experience

Involved in successful installment of a key Capital improvements projects of $7+ Mil. Lead the establishment of a new concept Preventive Maintenance Program for Legacy equipment in the company. Lead corporate continuous improvement programs for Maintenance Department work standards and training various staff within Graphic Packaging to these standards.

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Maintenance Supervisor

Graphic Packaging
06.2022 - Current

Maintenance Planner

Graphic Packaging
02.2016 - 06.2022

Prod. Supervisor

Graphic Packaging
10.2015 - 02.2016

Printing Press Operator

Graphic Packaging
09.2014 - 10.2015

Team Leader - Construction

Total Property Management
05.2010 - 08.2014

A.S. in Engineering Technology -

Kalamazoo Valley CC
Christopher Weger