Eddie Santillan
Zeeland
Summary
Experienced maintenance specialist with a strong technical background in equipment repair, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting. Known for reliability, adaptability, and collaborative approach in ensuring operational efficiency. Excels at working seamlessly with teams to achieve high standards and consistently deliver exceptional results in dynamic environments. Expertise lies in diagnostics, implementing safety protocols, and optimizing machinery for optimal performance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Mechanic
Mead Johnson Nutrition
07.2019 - Current
- Respond to mechanical breakdowns and troubleshot equipment within a timely manner to minimize downtime
- Performed preventive maintenance following work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Ensured safety compliance with regular inspections and adherence to OSHA regulations during maintenance tasks.
- Developed strong relationships with operators to better understand their needs and provide tailored maintenance support for improved job satisfaction.
Maintenance Mechanic C
Tyson
12.2018 - 12.2019
- Provide preventive and regular maintenance on equipment
- Communicate with supervisors on production schedules to coordinate proper equipment repair whether it be electrical and mechanical
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
HVAC Technician
Suburban Inn
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety systems and controls to determine proper functionality
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems for major malfunctions and breakdowns for PTAC, VTAC and VRF R-22
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
Electrician
Boars Head Provisions Co
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Responding to fault and wiring issues, identifying hazards EHS
- Safely installed new electrical components, fixtures, air compressors, chillers, and motors single phase or 3-phase in addition to testing systems
- Inspected electrical equipment to assure it was operating correctly up to 480v panels
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to properly place wires, fixtures and appliances
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed and wired electrical transformers, service panels, and circuit breakers.
Process Technician
Magna
02.2015 - 01.2017
- Troubleshot and Optimizing processes on RJG programs
- Machine preventive maintenance
- Troubleshot technical issues, implementing solutions to maintain a smooth production process.
- Enhanced production efficiency by optimizing process parameters and equipment settings.
CNC Press Technician
Benteler Aluminium
02.2012 - 01.2015
- Troubleshot CNC program to correct part measurements
- Tool and Die repair
- ABB and Fanuc setting
- Assisted in training new employees on press operations, contributing to a skilled workforce.
- Promoted a safe working environment by strictly adhering to safety guidelines and protocols at all times.
- Kept accurate records of job specifications, materials used, and run times for future reference or repeat orders.
Squad Leader
Army National Guard
08.2006 - 08.2013
- Served as an Infantry team member of twenty personnel, supervised a team of five and effectively trained others
- Instructing courses, educating and applying hands-on training to succeed in team operations and tasks
- Maintained property and equipment inventory and crew assignments
- Provided thorough reports to superiors regarding squads activities on patrol daily basis
- Responding to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercise and infantry dismounted battle drills
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness and intelligence for superiors on a monthly basis
- Honorable Discharge
- Maintained discipline within the ranks by enforcing standards of conduct expected from a professional military organization consistently and fairly.
Education
HVAC-R EPA Section 608 Universal License -
Thompson M-TEC
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MI08-2025
Millwright Journeyman -
Grand Rapids Community College
03.2025
Skills
- Blueprint Interpretation
- CNC Machine Programming
- Mechanical Proficiency
- Electrical Systems Knowledge
- TIG/MIG Welding Expertise
- HVAC Equipment Maintenance
- PLC Diagnostics
- Pneumatic Systems Expertise
- Hydraulic Equipment Proficiency
- System Troubleshooting
- CMMS Software Proficiency
- Routine Equipment Upkeep
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Maintenance Mechanic
Mead Johnson Nutrition
07.2019 - Current
HVAC Technician
Suburban Inn
01.2019 - 06.2019
Maintenance Mechanic C
Tyson
12.2018 - 12.2019
Electrician
Boars Head Provisions Co
01.2017 - 01.2019
Process Technician
Magna
02.2015 - 01.2017
CNC Press Technician
Benteler Aluminium
02.2012 - 01.2015
Squad Leader
Army National Guard
08.2006 - 08.2013
HVAC-R EPA Section 608 Universal License -
Thompson M-TEC
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Grand Rapids Community College
Millwright Journeyman -
Grand Rapids Community College
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