Kris Bishop
Clayton,DE
Summary
Dedicated Industrial Maintenance Technician with extensive experience in equipment diagnostics and repair. Known for strong communication skills and a collaborative approach that drives improvements in operational efficiency and preventive maintenance practices across production environments.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Datwyler Pharma Packaging
Middletown, DE
02.2020 - Current
- Conducted preventative maintenance on production equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues, implementing effective solutions to restore equipment functionality efficiently.
- Collaborated with engineering teams on equipment upgrades, enhancing operational efficiency and reliability.
- Off shift facility coverage and startup activities for production
- Performed welding tasks as needed for equipment repair or fabrication projects, adhering to strict safety guidelines.
- Maintained accurate documentation of machine service histories, facilitating better decision-making for future repairs or replacements.
Maintenance Technician
PPG Architectural Finishes
Dover, DE
06.1997 - 03.2020
- Managed inventory of spare parts, ensuring availability for timely repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on HVAC systems and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and improve turnaround time.
- Complete off shift coverage of all 5 production lines including mixing and warehouse activities.
- Welding and fabrication repairs including confined space entry repair of dispersion blades and baffles
Mechanical Specialist
Kraft Heinz
Dover, DE
04.2019 - 01.2020
- Responsible for product transfer using GMP requirements.
- Utilized SAP system for work order completion.
- On call for breakdown of production systems including Packaging, Bakery and incoming rail delivery to mixing silo systems.
Education
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (IMM) - Industrial Maintenance
Polytech
Woodside, DE05-2025
Pro Tig/Mig - Welding
Keens Welding School
Wilmington, DE04-2017
State of Delaware - Wastewater Operations
Delaware Technical Community College
Georgetown, DE02-2008
Skills
- Mechanical/Electrical troubleshooting and repair
- Pump maintenance and rebuild / Seal replacement
- HVAC maintenance
- Conveyor system maintenance
- Bearing installation
- Metal Fabrication
- Mig/Tig welding stainless and aluminum
- Lockout/tagout procedures
- TPM and lean
- 5S organization
- Pipe installation
- Communication skills
Timeline
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Datwyler Pharma Packaging
02.2020 - Current
Mechanical Specialist
Kraft Heinz
04.2019 - 01.2020
Maintenance Technician
PPG Architectural Finishes
06.1997 - 03.2020
Industrial Maintenance Mechanic (IMM) - Industrial Maintenance
Polytech
Pro Tig/Mig - Welding
Keens Welding School
State of Delaware - Wastewater Operations
Delaware Technical Community College