Kevin Keranen
Marion,WI
Summary
Accomplished Industrial Electrician with a proven track record at Greatlakes Veneer, enhancing equipment efficiency and reducing downtime through expert troubleshooting and innovative system optimizations. Skilled in programmable logic controllers and schematic interpretation, with a commendable ability to collaborate across departments. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving skills and a commitment to safety and quality.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Electrician
Greatlakes Veneer
01.2002 - 04.2022
- Daily duties included maintaining, troubleshooting and optimizing all equipment used in the manufacturing of various wood products.
- Programming, building and installation of new and old automated industrial systems. familiar with various programmable logic controllers, AC/DC drives and robotic systems.
- Work directly with engineering and production to find ways to minimizing downtime and preventing future breakdowns.
- Update blueprints and schematics. Ensure information is readily available for the maintenance and engineering departments.
Systems Technician
ABB Robotics
04.2000 - 01.2002
- Set up and programmed robotic palletizing systems at our facility.
- Installed previously mentioned system at remote customers location.
- Offered training to customer employees on the use of machinery and safety protocols.
Production Specialist
Philips Display Components
05.1993 - 09.2000
- Daily duties included maintaining, troubleshooting and optimizing all equipment used in the manufacturing of 32" cathode ray picture tubes.
- I worked in the testing department for seven years.
- Implemented and conducted quality control inspections throughout the production process to identify potential product issues.
Interior Communications Electrician
US Navy
08.1985 - 08.1989
- Served as the alarms and warnings supervisor on the USS Enterprise, CVN-65
- Recognized with a letter of accommodation from Seventh Fleet Admiral.
- Received honorable discharge. Medals include; Good conduct, Armed Forces Expeditionary and Navy Expeditionary.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jeffers High School
Painesdale MI.Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering
ITT Technical Institute
Grand Rapids, MIBachelor of Science - Automated Manufacturing/Robotics
ITT Technical Institute
Fort Wayne, INSkills
- Programmable logic controllers
- Schematic interpretation
- Installing electrical components
- Control system design
- Electrical testing equipment
- Reading technical materials
- Motor control circuits
- Equipment troubleshooting
Timeline
Industrial Electrician
Greatlakes Veneer
01.2002 - 04.2022
Systems Technician
ABB Robotics
04.2000 - 01.2002
Production Specialist
Philips Display Components
05.1993 - 09.2000
Interior Communications Electrician
US Navy
08.1985 - 08.1989
High School Diploma -
Jeffers High School
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering
ITT Technical Institute
Bachelor of Science - Automated Manufacturing/Robotics
ITT Technical Institute
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