Matthew Hersh
Vacaville,CA
Summary
Maintenance technician skillful in troubleshooting with top-notch repair knowledge and technical expertise. Accustomed to reviewing highly technical documentation to assess scope and develop repair strategy. Focused, reliable and results-driven with good safety records. Looking for next level up in maintenance career.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Electrician
Abbott Laboratories
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Enhanced safety measures by performing routine inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Boosted overall productivity with timely preventive maintenance on key equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- In absence of needed parts, came up with solutions that kept lines running saving thousands an hour then looked up and requested parts needed for planner to order when downtime was scheduled.
- Firm understanding of Allen Bradley programs and used that knowledge to troubleshoot problems faster.
- Attended fundamentals/troubleshooting class for studio 5000.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- 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.
- Brands of machines worked with: Brenton Casepacker and Palletizers, ADCO, Neilsen, ABB, Mettler Toledo checkweighers, Ishida, Dorner conveyor systems, Langens, OCS checkweighers, Orion Shrink wrappers.
- Made adjustments to ABB PartPicker Robot to pick up product more efficiently.
- Calibrated SICK Ultrasonic Sensors
- Used Maintenance program to find parts in stock room.
- Coordinated with Production to find best time for repairs
- Ran Maintenance Pass down whenever Maintenance Lead was out.
- Diagnosed problems using the 5 whys technique.
- Proficient in troubleshooting Allen Bradley VFDs.
Maintenance Technician
Primal Pet Group
Vacaville, CA
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Worked on rebuilds and troubleshot food related systems such as Marel revoportioners and drum washers in addition to poly clips, Handtmanns. and Risco meat pumps.
- Installed critical pieces of equipment on strict deadlines with no safety issues.
- Frequently rebuilt vacuum pumps and motors we use on a daily basis which resulted in the company saving money.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Installed pneumatic supply drops throughout the building.
- Learned how to weld stainless steel with tig process proficiently.
- Fabricated or welded parts for emergency repair.
- Learned how to accurately troubleshoot electrical issues with a multimeter.
- Ran conduit for a entire line which included 120v, 220v, 480v.
- Replaced and wired contactors, relays, switches, fuses, start/stop, sensors, photo eyes and start/stop buttons for various machines.
- Swapped circuit boards, led screens, and power supplies for multiple machines.
- Coached new coworkers on regular preventative maintenance.
- Contacted tech support for issues outside my realm of knowledge.
- Calibrated weight scales used throughout the facility.
- Worked on HVAC systems which ran throughout the entire building.
Maintenance Technician
Shasta Beverage
Lenexa, KS
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Completed daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Maintained equipment by troubleshooting breakdowns and performing preventive maintenance.
- Calibrated temperature and equipment settings to optimize performance.
- Collaborated with contractors to complete project rebuilds
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs effectively, improving overall employee satisfaction.
- Followed all work orders and specifications to determine which machines and equipment required replacement, repair or maintenance.
- Assessed operating conditions and adjusted settings to maximize performance and equipment longevity.
Machine Maintenance Mechanic
Flowers Foods
Lenexa, KS
01.2020 - 11.2020
- Responded immediately to mechanical breakdowns and developed timely repair plan to minimize downtime.
- Inspected structures, machinery, and equipment to determine failure and causes for concern.
- Documented machine irregularities and completed repairs.
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
- Troubleshot machines and fixed possible problems.
- Made routine adjustments to machines depending on use and season.
- Followed detailed maintenance and operational schedules to complete projects and keep vehicles functioning.
- Increased overall lifespan of equipment by following preventative maintenance plans and executing unscheduled repairs.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
Education
No Degree - Welding Technology
Solano Community College
Fairfield, CASkills
- Effective communication
- 6 Years stick welding experience mig and tig
- Installation and maintenance
- Documentation
- Organized nature
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Pneumatic troubleshooting
- PLC troubleshooting
- Emergency Repairs
- Diagram Reading
- Industrial Automation
- Physically Fit
- Electrical Safety
- Control systems
- Instrumentation calibration
- Motor Testing
- Motor Controls
- Variable Frequency Drives
- Customer Relations
- Schematic reading
- Lock Out-Tag Out Procedures
Affiliations
- Member, 342 Steamfitters , 2018 to 2020
Timeline
Maintenance Electrician
Abbott Laboratories
03.2023 - 03.2024
Maintenance Technician
Primal Pet Group
09.2021 - 03.2023
Maintenance Technician
Shasta Beverage
11.2020 - 07.2021
Machine Maintenance Mechanic
Flowers Foods
01.2020 - 11.2020
No Degree - Welding Technology
Solano Community College