Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Franco Ortiz

Viracon
Blooming Prairie,US
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience

Proven history of leading high-performing teams and executing strategic initiatives that drive organizational growth. Successfully directed cross-functional projects that resulted in significant process improvements and operational efficiencies. Demonstrated leadership and communication skills in fostering collaborative environments and delivering impactful results.

Work History

Maintenance Manager

1 Year 5 Months
Viracon | 05.2025 - Current
  • Managed maintenance operations and maintained compliance with safety regulations and best practices.
  • Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance equipment reliability.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to coordinate projects, minimizing downtime during maintenance activities.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations through diligent record-keeping, reporting practices, and regular audits.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.

Maintenance Supervisor

4 Years 5 Months
Viracon | 12.2020 - 05.2025
  • Identified problems and recommended new processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs and reduce downtime on machinery.
  • Managed internal maintenance and outside construction contractors working on equipment repairs, building renovation/construction projects.
  • Established capital project schedules and monitored tasks to meet milestones during each phase of a project, developed documentation, including diagrams and specifications to meet project requirements.
  • Participated in New Product Development and product redesign projects.
  • Communicated with management to address building needs and coordinated equipment upgrades for enhanced performance.

Process Engineer

4 Years 7 Months
Viracon | 05.2016 - 12.2020
  • Provided engineering support to maintenance staff, enhancing equipment resilience and building maintainability.
  • Managed relationships with vendors to ensure seamless support for production and maintenance.
  • Reviewed KPI monitoring systems, identifying enhancements to maintain company operations effectively.
  • Reviewed KPI monitoring systems and determined ways to improve ability to maintain company operations.
  • Manage relationships with existing and new vendors to support both production and maintenance.

Maintenance Technician

1 Year 5 Months
Viracon | 12.2014 - 05.2016
  • Conducted root-cause analysis on defective components, identifying issues through disassembly and completing repairs to restore functionality.
  • Conducted repairs and troubleshooting on equipment to ensure optimal functionality. Responded to situations regarding urgent repair needs and serviced minor issues or scheduled services accordingly.
  • Ensured a safe working environment by consistently utilizing personal protective equipment and adhering to safety protocols.

Education

Certification - Engineering Project Management

University of Colorado Boulder | Boulder, CO, US | 06-2024

Bachelor of Science - Manufacturing Engineering Technology

Mankato State University | US | 05-2019

Associate of Applied Science - Industrial Maintenance Technology

Riverland Community College | US | 05-2015

Skills

Technical Troubleshooting
Project Implementation
Facilities maintenance
Preventive maintenance
Asset Management
Mechanical Aptitude
Problem-solving ability

Certification

Engineering Project Management

Timeline

Maintenance Manager

Viracon
05.2025 - CurrentRead More

Maintenance Supervisor

Viracon
12.2020 - 05.2025Read More

Process Engineer

Viracon
05.2016 - 12.2020Read More

Maintenance Technician

Viracon
12.2014 - 05.2016Read More

Riverland Community College

Associate of Applied Science from Industrial Maintenance Technology
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Mankato State University

Bachelor of Science from Manufacturing Engineering Technology
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University of Colorado Boulder

Certification from Engineering Project Management
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Franco Ortiz