Cody Sawyer
Ogden
Summary
I spearheaded Lean Manufacturing initiatives at Fresenius Medical Care Manufacturer for 6 years. Professional technician with extensive hands-on experience in troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of complex systems. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Reliable with adaptable skill set in diagnostics, electrical systems, and mechanical repairs. Known for effective problem-solving and delivering high-quality outcomes. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level LPT position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mix Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Manufacturer
11.2019 - Current
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
- Reduced response times to technical issues, implementing prioritized troubleshooting protocol.
- Completed required paperwork accurately, ensuring proper documentation of work activities and batch information for future reference or audits.
- Ensured safety compliance, adhering to company guidelines and industry regulations during mixing operations.
- Maintained 100% mixing accuracy by closely weighing materials and ingredients.
- Maximized mixer utilization, scheduling production runs efficiently to minimize idle time between batches.
- Safeguarded product integrity by adhering to established recipes and ensuring precise measurements of ingredients.
- Completed large-batch blending by measuring out materials and using industrial-sized mixers to distribute materials evenly.
- Weighed out materials carefully and followed label requirements for each package.
- Unloaded completed mixtures into containers for further processing.
- Tested sample materials to comply with specifications and general safety standards.
Sterilization Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Manufacturer
10.2019 - Current
- Operated and maintained steam autoclaves by using distilled water, checking for leaks and cleaning air traps and water sensors.
- Operated a variety of advanced sterilization equipment proficiently, ensuring optimal outcomes each time.
- Identified parameters and sterilization method required for each item to be sterilized.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
Lead Process Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Manufacturer
02.2019 - Current
- Actively participated in Lean Manufacturing initiatives resulting in reduced waste generation while enhancing resource utilization efficiency.
- Analyzed process data to identify trends, draw conclusions, and recommend improvements for better performance outcomes.
- Reduced downtime with proactive maintenance scheduling and timely troubleshooting of equipment issues.
- Improved production efficiency by optimizing process parameters and equipment settings.
- Developed standard operating procedures to ensure consistency and adherence to best practices across all shifts.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements through diligent documentation practices and thorough audits preparation.
- Monitored all objectives and communicated with various teams regarding performance.
- Complied with safety rules and standards to maximize efficiencies while reducing accidents.
- Performed preventive maintenance on equipment during scheduled downtime.
- Operated all packing and labeling equipment.
- Provided technical support to all projects and provided research for all developmental teams.
- Performed routine maintenance and replaced worn parts.
- Interpreted results of tests and drafted reports of findings.
- Monitored mechanical factors such as load tolerances and equipment strain to identify failure points.
Foreman
Custom Changes General Contracting
06.2009 - 01.2018
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
- Facilitated smooth project handovers, compiling comprehensive documentation and conducting detailed briefings.
Education
No Degree - Construction Management
Las Positas College
Livermore, CANo Degree - Manufacturing Technician
Ogden Technical College
Ogden, UT03-2025
Skills
- Industrial Safety
- Automation Maintenance
- Industrial Mechanics
- Industrial Automation Troubleshooting
- Fluid Power
- Electronics Assembly and Soldering
- Robotic and Mechatronics
- Machining Basics
- Industrial Automation CAD
- Hydraulics and Pneumatics
- Gears / Pully Drives / Chains / Belts
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 8 in the development of Lactate Ringers.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Led a team of operators to set the average fastest operation time and quality yield from start to finish.
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- OSHA Certified
- Manufacturing Technician
Timeline
Mix Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Manufacturer
11.2019 - Current
Sterilization Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Manufacturer
10.2019 - Current
Lead Process Technician
Fresenius Medical Care Manufacturer
02.2019 - Current
Foreman
Custom Changes General Contracting
06.2009 - 01.2018
No Degree - Construction Management
Las Positas College
No Degree - Manufacturing Technician
Ogden Technical College
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