JOHN CAMIRE
Westland
Summary
Efficient maintenance professional skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Commended for quality performance and reliability demonstrated over several years of industry experience. Advanced knowledge of equipment maintenance and repairs while bringing many years of positive maintenance team leadership. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development. Pursuing a position to utilize my diverse manufacturing skill set with opportunity for advancement.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maintenance Lead
Advance Engineering
Canton
10.2021 - Current
- Work with engineering to source parts & repair components
- Manage small team of personnel for machinery repair & facility maintenance
- Coordinate with outside contractors for additional facility repairs
- Actively driving operational improvements to decrease down time
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery and equipment for optimal performance.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and enhance efficiency.
- Collaborated with engineering staff to identify areas for process improvement.
- Managed inventory of maintenance supplies and ordered necessary materials as needed.
- Developed cost-effective strategies for the repair and replacement of machinery components.
- Monitored inventory levels of spare parts and materials used in the maintenance department.
- Troubleshot complex problems arising out of malfunctioning equipment using advanced diagnostic tools.
- Maintained records of preventive maintenance activities and updated them regularly.
- Troubleshot PLC systems to identify and resolve malfunctions efficiently.
- Troubleshot electrical control circuits with the use of multi-meters, oscilloscopes, signal generators and other diagnostic tools.
- Identified root cause of complex electrical control system malfunctions through fault isolation techniques.
- Maintained machines with regular repairs and removal of worn or broken tooling or dies.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss project progress updates.
- Created detailed technical drawings using AutoCAD software for various projects.
- Maintained compressor systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Operated milling equipment to process various materials efficiently.
- Used hand tools such as grinders, drill presses, saws, taps, files.
- Fabricated custom parts from raw materials using manual machining equipment.
- Operated welding machines to fabricate and assemble metal components.
- Utilized plasma cutter when necessary to cut through thick pieces of metal quickly.
- Used oxy-acetylene torches to cut, bend or straighten metal objects as required.
- Created components via Computer Aided Design (CAD) for use in 3D printing and milling applications.
Maintenance Manager
Schaffner Manufacturing
Northville
10.2009 - 02.2021
- Maintained & diagnosed equipment failures for 2 local facilities
- Worked with engineering sourcing & machining components
- Assisted in developing new product lines & manufacturing processes
- Managed team of personnel for repairs & downtime prevention
- Facilitated forklift safety program for both facilities
- Designed, fabricated, machined & built machinery, fixtures, & assembly equipment to increase production & reduced production change over time
- Procurement responsibilities for parts & supplies for equipment & production staff
- Coordinated with outside contractors for additional facility repairs
- Managed maintenance schedules for machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Coordinated preventative maintenance activities to minimize downtime and enhance efficiency.
- Trained employees on proper equipment use and maintenance procedures for compliance.
- Collaborated with production teams to align maintenance efforts with operational goals.
- Scheduled routine inspections of all areas within facility premises.
- Coordinated with vendors to purchase replacement parts as needed.
- Monitored the performance of all equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Performed troubleshooting on malfunctioning systems when necessary.
- Resolved conflicts among employees in the maintenance department.
- Proposed or approved modifications to project plans.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
- Installed new pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical systems.
- Created detailed engineering drawings
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve project efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance product quality and reliability.
- Assisted in troubleshooting issues related to product design or manufacturing processes.
- Fabricated custom parts for machines from raw materials using manual lathes and mills.
- Installed, wired, and programmed electrical systems including PLCs, servo motors, hydraulic systems, sensors, and safety interlocks.
- Replaced worn out parts such as bearings and seals in production equipment.
- Inspected completed machines to ensure they met quality standards prior to shipment.
- Played a key roll relocating all equipment for 3 full facility transfers
- Coordinated contractors (HVAC, electrical and building) and employees in the startup of a new facility
Lead Maintenance Technician
K&K Die Inc.
Sterling Heights
08.2001 - 02.2009
- Assessed need & resourcefully designed jigs, fixtures, & templates to aid in production efficiency
- Adjusted & ground dies, tools & parts after production to assure quality control & usability
- Inspected, measured & tested completed metal work pieces for conformance to specifications using measuring & testing devices
- Read blueprints, work orders & production schedules to determine product or job instructions or specifications
- Monitored & maintained mig welding & material handling robots to promote efficiency, safety & quality
- Operated & maintained mills & lathes to fabricate die steels & fixturing
- Installed, programmed or repaired programmable controllers, robot controllers, & end of arm tools
- Completed partial & full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings & improved profit margins
- Maintained, repaired, setup & programming of stamping presses, material handling robots, mig welding robots, spot welding robots, resistance welding machine & forklifts
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and performed necessary repairs to minimize downtime.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues with minimal downtime.
- Maintained welding tools and equipment for optimal performance.
- Reviewed technical drawings to determine specifications for welding projects.
- Assisted in troubleshooting welding issues to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated closely with engineers to develop innovative solutions for complex fabrication challenges.
- Assisted with the development of new welding processes to improve production efficiency.
- Operated forklifts and cranes when necessary to move heavy loads safely around the shop floor.
- Inspected welds for conformance to applicable codes and specifications.
- Developed weld schedules based on customer requirements and industry standards.
- Developed robotic path motions
- Maintained compressor systems to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Diagnosed and repaired chiller systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in the disassembly and reassembly of equipment to transfer to new facility
- Drilled holes in parts using drill presses.
- Used grinding equipment for finishing surfaces and sharpening cutting edges on machined parts.
- Operated manual lathes to turn down shafts and cut threads into them.
- Operated milling equipment to process various materials efficiently.
Education
CERTIFICATE - Construction Trades
CAREER PREP CENTER
DIPLOMA -
COUSINO HIGH SCHOOL
Skills
- Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
- Process Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Mechanical aptitude
- Leadership skills
- Program & Process Management
- Machining (manual vertical mills, lathes & surface grinders)
- Fabrication & welding (Acetylene torches, plasma cutters, GMAW, & SMAW
- Parts procurement
- Pneumatic systems
- Electrical maintenance
- Maintenance and repairs
- Programmable logic controllers
- Computer-aided design
Certification
- VISILOGIC PLC TRAINING COURSE, Introduction to writing logic on Unitronic Visilogic PLC
- CERTIFIED FORKLIFT TRAINER (thru Bell Forklift), Certified to train employees in proper use of forklift and certify individual employees to authorize use of forklift per OSHA standards
- Introduction to Sketching: Onshape by PTC Aug. 2025
- Introduction to Parametric Feature Based CAD: Onshape by PTC Aug.2025
- Onshape Introduction to 2D Drawings: Onshape by PTC Sept. 2025
- Introduction to Part Studios: Onshape by PTC Sept. 2025
- Introduction to Assembly Design: Onshape by PTC Sept. 2025
- CAD Basics: Onshape by PTC Sept. 2025
Activities
Activities & Interests
- Passionate about home renovation and hands-on craftsmanship; designed and built custom fireplace doors, mantle, lighting fixtures, and a 200+ sq ft shed.
- Restoring a 1995 travel trailer into a modern, livable space — full interior redesign, electrical, and utility upgrades.
- Enjoy spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, foraging and exploring nature with my two dogs.
- Dedicated football fan who rarely misses a game.
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Timeline
Maintenance Lead
Advance Engineering
10.2021 - Current
Maintenance Manager
Schaffner Manufacturing
10.2009 - 02.2021
Lead Maintenance Technician
K&K Die Inc.
08.2001 - 02.2009
CERTIFICATE - Construction Trades
CAREER PREP CENTER
DIPLOMA -
COUSINO HIGH SCHOOL