Damon Shera
Summary
Proactive Maintenance Specialist with extensive experience at Pactive Evergreen LLC, skilled in equipment troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities, ensuring optimal machinery performance and minimal downtime. Proficient in electrical and mechanical systems and committed to adhering to PPE and OSHA regulations for a safe work environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Specialist 2
Pactive Evergreen Llc.
10.2012 - Current
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Provided facility inspection and maintenance to achieve superior levels of cleanliness and upkeep.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to promptly identify issues that could cause machinery malfunctions.
- Responsible for the Diagnosis and repair of over 200 machines and equipment in the facility as well as satellite locations due to breakdowns and scheduled maintenance and improvements.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
Maintenance Technician
Plastipak Packaging
2006 - 09.2011
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Montgomery College
Rockville, MD01-1992
Skills
- Fall protection
- Snow removal
- Electrical systems
- OSHA regulations
- Hand tools proficiency
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Mechanical aptitude
- Pneumatic systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Welding techniques
- Power tools operation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 4 staff members.
- Achieved acknowledgement through effectively helping with production needs outside of my daily responsibilities..
- Achieved position promotions by completing Skill Matrix with accuracy and efficiency.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Maintenance Specialist 2
Pactive Evergreen Llc.
10.2012 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Plastipak Packaging
2006 - 09.2011
High School Diploma -
Montgomery College