Jose Flores
Montgomery,IL
Summary
Results-driven Maintenance Technician with expertise in mechanical and electrical troubleshooting at Custom Culinary/Griffith Foods. Enhanced equipment efficiency through preventive maintenance and streamlined operations, significantly reducing downtime. Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and safety awareness, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and compliance with industry standards.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Custom Culinary/Griffith Foods
Oswego, IL
03.1985 - 08.2025
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Boosted overall productivity with timely preventive maintenance on key equipment.
- Maintained compliance with industry regulations and standards through meticulous record-keeping practices.
- Streamlined inventory management for spare parts, ensuring critical components were always available.
- Optimized production line performance, troubleshooting and fixing issues promptly.
- Improved compliance with health and safety regulations, conducting regular audits and making necessary adjustments.
- Revamped workshop organization, leading to more efficient workflow and easier access to tools.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, regularly suggesting and implementing process enhancements.
- Implemented digital maintenance request system, improving response times and tracking of maintenance issues.
- Conducted energy audits to identify savings opportunities, resulting in significant decrease in utility expenses.
- Streamlined communication with other departments, ensuring maintenance issues were addressed in timely manner.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction in facility areas by maintaining high standard of cleanliness and functionality.
- Reduced environmental impact with introduction of recycling initiatives for used materials and parts.
- Enhanced team skills through development and delivery of comprehensive training program on new technologies.
- Improved machine efficiency, conducting regular diagnostics and repairs.
- Replaced worn or broken parts on machines and equipment.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
- Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.
- Utilized variety of tools and test equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions.
- Diagnosed and repaired complex mechanical and electrical systems.
- Inspected, tested and adjusted mechanical and electrical systems to facilitate proper functioning.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Detected and repaired machinery faults using electrical and manual testing methods.
- Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
- Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
- Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with specifications.
- Supervised maintenance functions, working collaboratively with sanitation crews on shop floor upkeep and repairs.
- Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electronic Engineering
DeVry University
Chicago, IL05-1995
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Safety awareness
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Parts replacement
- Equipment Repair
- Equipment installation
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Industrial equipment
- Hydraulic systems
- Electrical panels
- Mechanical expertise
- Maintenance scheduling
- Machine lubrication
- Mechanical aptitude
- Documentation
- Pneumatic systems
- Motor controls
- Project management
- Control circuits
- Variable frequency drives
- Conveyor systems
- Codes compliance
- Air filtration
- Boiler maintenance
- Energy management
- Problem-solving
- Field maintenance
- Power and hand tool use
- Troubleshooting strength
- Building automation
- Electrical certification
- Willing to learn
- Hand and power tool operation
- Hand and power tool use
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Critical thinking
- Clear communication
- Wiring installation and repair
- Problem detection and resolution
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Custom Culinary/Griffith Foods
03.1985 - 08.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Electronic Engineering
DeVry University