Kim Nethken
STAYTON,OR
Summary
Controls professional with a proven track record of advancement from entry-level positions to Automation Engineer. Passionate about enhancing machine performance, ensuring safety standards, and fostering team collaboration. Success defined by both equipment efficiency and overall plant performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Mission Linen Supply
- Conducted routine inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Troubleshot boilers, washers, and dryers to resolve operational issues swiftly.
- Designed and installed a pump shut-off system, preventing building floods.
- Documented maintenance activities meticulously to maintain accurate service history.
- Adhered to company safety policies and regulations, supporting overall safety initiatives.
- Collaborated with team members to identify and implement process improvements in maintenance tasks.
- Responded promptly to service requests, minimizing downtime for critical operational equipment.
- Repaired or replaced electrical components, including wiring, switches, and relays.
Automation Engineer
CBRE (Amazon Account)
10.2019 - Current
- Calibrated machine performance to achieve efficiency standards.
- Troubleshot automated systems to ensure uninterrupted operations.
- Monitored automated systems for compliance and reliability.
- Optimized electrical control systems through systematic diagnosis and repair.
- Identified safety hazards, proposing corrective measures to reduce risks.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to evaluate automation requirements.
- Conducted system tests to validate performance and reliability standards.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation for automation processes and configurations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Engineering Technology
ITT Technical Institute
Portland, OR06.1983
Skills
- Automated control solutions
- Troubleshooting and repair of electrical systems
- Preventive maintenance strategies
- Workplace safety adherence
- Effective communication and collaboration
- Detail-oriented analysis
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Basic PLC and ladder logic skills
- System maintenance support
- Equipment calibration
- Electrical diagnostics
- Decision-making
Accomplishments
- Increased team productivity by training and mentoring new employees.
- Brought about improved machine safety by initiating modified guarding design to improve operator safety.
- Identified 480-Volt safety risk which resulted in the modification of all previously installed equipment.
Certification
- LME (Limited Maintenance Electrician) - State of Oregon
- Certified Technical Trainer
Timeline
Automation Engineer
CBRE (Amazon Account)
10.2019 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Mission Linen Supply
Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Engineering Technology
ITT Technical Institute
Activities
3-D printing and Laser engraving