ERIC DIRADO-HARTE
King of Prussia,PA
Summary
Experienced maintenance mechanic and electrician with 20+ years' experience, seeking job in lead mechanic, electrician, or facilities management role. I am interested in a position that allows me to grow professionally with advancement opportunities.
Experienced in managing bottle production lines and automated systems, demonstrating proficiency in diagnosing mechanical issues and implementing effective solutions. Skilled in the operation of various machinery including cartoners, palletizers, and diaphragm pumps, contributing to streamlined production processes. Knowledgeable in electrical systems with a focus on DC/AC applications, ensuring compliance with GMP and SOP standards. Proven ability to install mechanical components accurately based on schematics and OEM instructions, enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Mechanic
Acme Corrugated Box Co
Hatboro, Pa
12.2025 - 07.2026
- Bottle production lines
- Automated CIP systems
- Cartoners
- Palletizers
- Wonderware system
- Conveyors
- PLSs
- Diaphragm pumps
- Neutralization treatment systems
- Electrical systems
- Pneumatic lines
- Bobst Machines
- Printers
- Data Logic
- Diagnosing mechanical problems (i.e. failures or pre-failure modes of bearings, sprocket, seals, bushings)
- Install mechanical parts per instruction from either the maintenance manager or using machine schematics/OEM instructions.
Maintenance Technician
Kenvue
Fort Washington, PA
03.2024 - 06.2025
- Bottle production lines
- Automated CIP systems
- Cartoners
- Palletizers
- Wonderware system
- Conveyors
- PLSs
- Diaphragm pumps
- Neutralization treatment systems
Self-Employed
Fort Washington, PA
09.2021 - 02.2024
- Fixed cars, motorcycles, and landscaping equipment
- Did electrical work from outlets and light switches to full-service changes
- Landscaping and snow plowing and salting
- Custom knife making
Lead Maintenance Mechanic
Salter Spiral Stairs
Collegeville, PA
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Used all machine shop tools like drill press, surface grinder, hardware insertion presses and power hand tools
- Operated ground support equipment and used hand tools, special tools and fixtures applicable to the assigned vehicle
- Assemble and install electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and structural components and accessories, using hand tools
- Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines and much more.
- Performed troubleshooting on mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems and complex packaging machinery
- Utilize technical skills to troubleshoot electrical systems
- Modify and repair equipment and electrical systems
- Performed troubleshooting on electrical systems
- Inspected and maintained electrical systems that include wiring, electrical connections, and the repair and/or replacement of instruments
- Used hand tools, power tools, and associated test equipment
- Maintained daily, weekly, monthly Preventive Maintenance Program documentation on computer
- Lead effort to eliminate mechanical failures using preventive maintenance tools
- Carried out effective preventive maintenance scheduled rotating static equipment
- Minimized downtime through prompt diagnosis and repair of machinery
Lead Mechanic & Facility Manager
Axcentria Pharmaceuticals
Telford, PA
03.2015 - 03.2021
- Performed mechanical equipment installation, electrical troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance operations on large-scale process equipment
- Maintained records, prepared reports and other specialized maintenance records of equipment and mechanical equipment
- Used extensive understanding of hydraulic systems for repair needs and operated heavy machinery
- Repaired all electrical lighting harnesses, hydraulic systems, and rebuild cylinders and replaces hoses as needed
- Liquid fill machines/ labelers/ box machines
Line Mechanic
Sharp
Conshohocken, PA
08.2006 - 02.2015
- Installing, repairing, and maintaining machinery & equipment for manufacturing
- Set- up maintenance & operation of high-speed PLC equipment
- Electrical diagnostic & trouble shooting skills to effectively repair & maintain all packaging equipment
- Set up and maintain OCR/OCV vision systems & online laser
- Set up and maintain all robotic material handling & feeding systems
- Ensure the safe and efficient operation of automatic packaging equipment including form fill seal high speed blister packaging
- PM's, calibration, monitoring, mechanical devices and troubleshooting
- Dismantling to gain access and remove defective parts
- Examining parts for imperfections, and controlling instruments
- Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements to repair and replace defective parts
- Troubleshooting equipment problems to identify the cause of failure and find solutions for future incidents
- Reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, drawings, and diagrams to determine how machinery should be arranged
- Maintaining inventory of supplies/ordering materials as needed
- Performing routine maintenance tasks, such as greasing gears and replacing filters, to keep equipment operating smoothly
- Installing, repairing, and replacing equipment used in manufacturing processes
- Testing electrical components, hydraulic systems, engines, transmissions, and other mechanical parts for defects or malfunctions
- Installing new equipment, and modifying existing equipment to increase efficiency
Education
Certification - Automotive
Central Norristown
Norristown, PAHigh School -
KENNEDY-KENRICK CATHOLIC HS
Norristown, PASkills
- Welding
- MIG, TIG, STICK
- Machine skills, manual mill & manual lathe
- Proficiency in GMP and SOP
- Electrical knowledge of DC/AC (480v, 3 phase)
- Excellent in automotive diagnostics
Timeline
Maintenance Mechanic
Acme Corrugated Box Co
12.2025 - 07.2026
Maintenance Technician
Kenvue
03.2024 - 06.2025
Self-Employed
09.2021 - 02.2024
Lead Maintenance Mechanic
Salter Spiral Stairs
03.2021 - 08.2021
Lead Mechanic & Facility Manager
Axcentria Pharmaceuticals
03.2015 - 03.2021
Line Mechanic
Sharp
08.2006 - 02.2015
Certification - Automotive
Central Norristown
High School -
KENNEDY-KENRICK CATHOLIC HS