CODY RATKOVEC
Summary
Skilled Maintenance Technician adept at interpreting blueprints, developing schedules and overseeing team operations. Well-versed in managing workflow and delegating tasks to meet objectives. Offering seven years of repair and maintenance expertise with proven history or hard work and dependability.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Packaging Reliabilty Lead
Mars Inc.
Aurora, NE
11.2025 - Current
- Oversaw packaging operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on efficient packaging techniques and equipment usage.
- Streamlined workflows by implementing process improvements, reducing downtime and increasing output efficiency.
- Coordinated inventory management, optimizing stock levels to meet production demands effectively.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve production issues and enhance operational performance.
- Developed training materials for new hires, facilitating smooth onboarding processes within the packaging department.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, driving strategic decisions to optimize packaging processes.
Reliability Technician
Mars, Inc.
Aurora, NE
03.2017 - 11.2025
- Coordinated efforts with technical personnel to deliver comprehensive solutions for extensive jobs.
- Executed creation of PM01 and PM02 modules to enhance system functionality within NetWeaver/SAP environment.
- Executed parts registration processes for both new and existing production lines to ensure operational continuity.
- Applied Mars' five principles to ensure professionalism and integrity in every task performed.
- Designed and implemented a robust training program to ensure consistent adherence to maintenance standards across the organization.
- Provided expert mentorship to technicians, focusing on troubleshooting strategies and promoting career growth opportunities.
- Conducted thorough inspections and maintenance procedures to ensure equipment reliability and mitigate risks of operational failures.
- Developed and maintained a proactive maintenance schedule to ensure optimal performance of production machinery.
Construction Laborer
Ayars & Ayars
11.2016 - 03.2017
- Assisted large crews in erecting and repairing of buildings.
- Installed and repaired roofs, flashings and surfaces.
- Assisted skilled workers with construction projects in all phases of rough and finish carpentry.
Technician
Production Sales Company
06.2013 - 11.2016
- Set up and operate production equipment in accordance with current good manufacturing practices.
- Demonstrate excellent mechanical knowledge of machines and tools, including design, use, repair and maintenance.
- Set up and verify the functionality of safety equipment.
- Inspect equipment and systems to identify issues and report problems to repair technicians.
- Maintain OSHA regulations for equipment and personnel.
- In charge of mental and physical well-being of other employees.
Infantry Airborne
U.S. National Guard
06.2012 - 06.2014
- Conducted airborne operations from C-130 and helicopter.
- Trained for reconnaissance missions.
- Completed two week training cycle in Germany, SHARP classes, suicide prevention, long range surveillance training , and leadership training.
- Water assault training with zodiacs.
Infantry Airborne
U.S. Army
12.2008 - 06.2012
- Coordinated port visits and fleet operations domestically and abroad.
- Performed reconnaissance operations in Iraq , Haiti, and Afghanistan to gain intelligence for next mission.
- Trained and instructed subordinates and supported units on Global Response Force, joint force entry exercises, intense training cycles, platoon live fires, joint readiness training center rotation, airborne operations, machine gun leaders course, combat life savers course, and weapons training.
- Led an infantry team of eight members in combat operations, including providing tactical guidance.
- Effective decision-maker in high-pressure environments.
- Managed receipt, storage and issue of ammunition processes. Maintained rifles, machine guns, and hand grenades.
- Maintained complete accountability during red deployment of all sensitive items and communication equipment.
- Reduced insurgents' ability to engage Coalition Forces by advising Iraq police in patrolling techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Butler High School
Brainard, NE01-2008
Skills
- Problem Solver
- Multitasking
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Predictive Maintenance
- Reliability
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant/Medical Aide
- Combat Life Savers Course
- Battlefield First Responder Course
- Electro-Pneumatics
- Vibration Analysis
- Basic Electrical
Awards
- Armed Forces Service Medal - 2009
- National Defense Service Medal- 2009
- Non Article 5 NATO Medal - 2010
- Air Force Achievement Medal - 2010
- Humanitarian Service Medal - 2010
- Afghanistan Campaign Medal - 2010
- Army Commendation Medal - 2011, 2012
- Good Conduct Medal - 2011
- Iraq Campaign Medal - 2011
- Global War on Terrorism Service Medal- 2011
- Two Campaign Stars - 2011, 2012
Timeline
Packaging Reliabilty Lead
Mars Inc.
11.2025 - Current
Reliability Technician
Mars, Inc.
03.2017 - 11.2025
Construction Laborer
Ayars & Ayars
11.2016 - 03.2017
Technician
Production Sales Company
06.2013 - 11.2016
Infantry Airborne
U.S. National Guard
06.2012 - 06.2014
Infantry Airborne
U.S. Army
12.2008 - 06.2012
High School Diploma -
East Butler High School