Kurt Fischer
Maintenance Planner
Waupaca,WI
Summary
Dedicated foundry employee with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
12
12
years of post-secondary education
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Planner
Waupaca Foundry
Waupaca, United States
04.2019 - Current
- Create maintenance plans to optimize productivity and reduce downtime
- Work with vendors/contractors on quoting and parts availability to ensure projects can be completed in timely manner at competitive pricing
- Track downtime and maintenance PM's through SAP and submit reports to aid management with OPS info and also ensure PM's are being completed on time.
- Create PREQ's for projects and materials and track orders to ensure delivery expectations are met.
- Meet with vendors regularly to discuss needs and opportunities
Maintenance Worker
Waupaca Foundry
Waupaca, WI
11.2008 - 04.2019
- Performed mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Calibrated temperature and equipment settings to optimize performance.
- Partnered with facility management to successfully complete projects within anticipated deadlines.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair or maintenance.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Conducted repairs on equipment to return machines and tools to functionality.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Maintained high standards of efficiency and safety during analysis and troubleshooting of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Modified unsafe equipment to bring within safety standards.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
Core Room Production Worker
Waupaca Foundry
Waupaca, WI
06.1997 - 11.2008
- Majority of time in Core Room was as Team Leader
- Supported machine operators in setup and operation of production equipment resulting in efficient runs.
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
- Took on additional shifts during peak work periods to keep projects on schedule.
- Reviewed job specifications to determine appropriate setups for production runs.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Iola-Scandinavia
Iola, WI 08.1979 - 05.1991
Skills
Equipment inventories
Seasonal maintenance
Routine adjustment
Blueprints and schematics
Troubleshooting expertise
Maintenance & Repair
Adaptability
Good telephone etiquette
Basic math
Interpersonal Communication
Customer Service
Computer proficiency
Equipment safety procedures
Timeline
Maintenance Planner
Waupaca Foundry
04.2019 - Current
Maintenance Worker
Waupaca Foundry
11.2008 - 04.2019
Core Room Production Worker
Waupaca Foundry
06.1997 - 11.2008
High School Diploma -
Iola-Scandinavia
08.1979 - 05.1991