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Fabius Rehbein

Richmond,VA

Summary

Experienced Technician with over 25 years in the Tobacco Industry
Highly skilled in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of electrical and mechanical systems, with a deep understanding of various machinery used in the tobacco sector. Expertise in tailoring solutions to meet the specific needs of each client, ensuring optimal performance and operational efficiency. Proven ability to integrate electrical and mechanical applications, troubleshoot complex issues, and recommend the best equipment for different operational environments. Strong team collaborator with excellent problem-solving skills, committed to improving system performance and minimizing downtime. Known for consistently enhancing efficiency and ensuring client satisfaction through customized equipment solutions and preventive maintenance strategies.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Electrical Field Service Technician

Körber Technologies, Inc.
Richmond, VA
07.2023 - Current
  • Performed installation, commissioning, maintenance, and repair of electrical components in the industrial plants of tobacco companies.
  • Coordinated with customers regarding scheduling of planned outages for maintenance work.
  • Performed monthly, semi-annual and annual Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS).

Electrical Field Service Technician

Körber Technologies Ltda.
São Paulo, SP, Brazil
05.2017 - 06.2023
  • Conducted field training for customers' electrical employees on operating, calibrating, and identifying potential issues with the machines.
  • Worked as an electrical field technician in over 10 countries across Latin America, helping Körber Brazil achieve its growth and excellence goals, while building a strong professional network.

Electrical Maintenance and Production Supervisor

Barco Trading Ltd.
Lubango, Angola
02.2017 - 04.2017
  • Brief experience on the African continent as an Electrical and Production Supervisor, prior to my hiring by Körber Technologies Ltda.

Electrical Team Technical Coordinator & Trainer

Philip Morris Brasil Industria e Comércio Ltda.
Santa Cruz Do Sul, RS, Brazil
07.1999 - 11.2016
  • Coordinated the electrical team, overseeing corrective & preventive maintenance of cigarette production machinery to ensure operational efficiency, minimize downtime, and manage maintenance budgets through the SAP system. Responsible for contracting technical services, organizing external technical training, and ensuring accurate recording and monitoring of maintenance hours.
  • Managed the inventory of electrical parts, including active and inactive components in the stockroom, while researching and implementing new technologies to enhance departmental capabilities. Planned and ordered sensors, boards, drives, electric motors, etc., and clarified the electrical spare parts list to meet operational needs.
  • Designed and delivered comprehensive technical training programs for new electrical department hires, fostering skill development, and ensuring alignment with organizational standards.

Education

Technical Course - Industrial Electrical & Electronics

National Service For Industrial Training - SENAI
Santa Cruz Do Sul, RS, Brazil
12-1995

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

UNISC - Universidade De Santa Cruz Do Sul
Santa Cruz Do Sul, RS - Brazil

Skills

  • Technical Product Knowledge
  • Team & Project Management/Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Electrical Systems Expertise
  • Industrial Electrical & Mechanical Applications
  • Customized Equipment Solutions

Certification

  • Technical Training Progr. STEP5 Siemens Basic - 04/1996 (80Hs) / Zentrun Aut.
  • Technical Training Progr. STEP5 Siemens Advanced - 04/1996 (40Hs) / Zentrun Aut.
  • Technical Training Progr. ALTOS Basic/Advanced - 01/1999 (16Hs) / Produto Sist. Aut.
  • Technical Training Reviewing STEP5 Siemens Basic - 06/2000 (32Hs) / Philip Morris Brazil
  • Technical Training Passim NG Cigarette Maker – 06/2000 (80Hs) / Philip Morris Brazil
  • Technical Training Offline Laser Generator PRC – 03/2001 (80Hs) / PRC NJ – USA
  • Technical Training Packer X2 + 4350 OW GD – 07/2001 (40Hs) / GD Brazil
  • Technical Training Progr. Rockwell 500 – 07/2002 (32Hs) / Rockwell Aut. Brazil
  • Technical Training Progr. STEP7 200 Siemens – 09/2003 (32Hs) Mecatron Aut. Ind.
  • Technical Training Progr. STEP7 300 Siemens Bas. – 09/2003 (32Hs) Mecatron Aut. Ind.
  • Technical Training Progr. STEP7 300 Siemens Adv. – 09/2003 (32Hs) Mecatron Aut. Ind.
  • Technical Training Offline Laser Generator PRC – 10/2004 (40Hs) / PRC NJ – USA
  • PDCA (MASP) for Cigarettes Process Manuf. – 08/2007 (24Hs) / Philip Morris Brazil / QSA
  • Assertive Communication Training for Teamwork and Team Management – 09/2007 (16Hs) / Philip Morris Brazil
  • Technical Training Offline Laser Generator PRC – 04/2008 (80Hs) / PRC NJ – USA
  • Technical Training Progr. SINAMICS S120 Siemens – 12/2010 (40Hs) Dimensional Service
  • Technical Training Progr. STEP7 Advanced 2 Siemens – 05/2011 (40Hs) Dimensional Service
  • Technical Training PROTOS 100S Cigarette Maker – 05/2012 (120Hs) Hauni Germany
  • Technical Training MIDAS Scanner – 04/2013 (40Hs) Hauni Germany
  • Technical Training LASER Online – 08/2015 (40Hs) Hauni Germany
  • Technical Training STAMPER AN GD S7/SIMOTION – 09/2016 (32Hs) GD Italy
  • Technical Training GENERATION M5 + BOB-Me Maker – 08/2018 (200Hs) Hauni Germany

Timeline

Electrical Field Service Technician

Körber Technologies, Inc.
07.2023 - Current

Electrical Field Service Technician

Körber Technologies Ltda.
05.2017 - 06.2023

Electrical Maintenance and Production Supervisor

Barco Trading Ltd.
02.2017 - 04.2017

Electrical Team Technical Coordinator & Trainer

Philip Morris Brasil Industria e Comércio Ltda.
07.1999 - 11.2016

Technical Course - Industrial Electrical & Electronics

National Service For Industrial Training - SENAI

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management

UNISC - Universidade De Santa Cruz Do Sul

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