Matthew Hoff
Mount Ephraim
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Mechanic with proven expertise at Kraemer Industrial, excelling in equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. Recognized for enhancing machinery reliability through effective preventive maintenance and fostering team collaboration. Proficient in MIG welding and mechanical repairs, ensuring operational efficiency and safety in high-pressure environments.
Industrious Maintenance Mechanic looking to build upon skills and tackle new responsibilities. Skilled at inspecting machinery and structures for any damages, defects or malfunctions. Proficient in performing both preventive maintenance and emergency maintenance services.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Mechanic
Kraemer Industrial
05.2025 - Current
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Maintained accurate records for all repairs, upgrades, and preventative measures taken on various equipment types.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory of spare parts and tools, minimizing delays due to lack of necessary resources for repairs.
- Calibrated and adjusted machinery for operational consistency.
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to disassemble devices and remove defective parts.
- Performed regular inspections and regularly lubricated machinery.
- Completed welding projects using MIG/TIG techniques to fabricate brackets or make structural repairs as needed during machine overhauls.
- Provided technical guidance to junior maintenance technicians, fostering a positive work environment and promoting skill development.
- Researched and implemented facility and equipment upgrades.
- Read blueprints and schematic drawings of machinery to determine appropriate procedures and necessary supplies.
- Performed root-cause analysis on defective components, disassembling them to identify issues and completing necessary repairs.
- Replaced defective parts of machines and adjusted clearances and alignment of moving parts.
- Used hoisting and rigging equipment to move heavy machinery and equipment.
- Operated machine tools to fabricate parts during overhaul, maintenance, or setup of machineries.
- Made repairs and modified equipment by welding, soldering and brazing to avoid production delays.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of major shutdowns, ensuring timely completion of critical tasks within budget constraints.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by performing regular maintenance and repairs on industrial machinery.
Welder/fabricator
Iron Asylum
05.2020 - 05.2025
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Education
Audubon High School
AudubonSkills
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Hand and power tool use
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Mechanical repairs
- Conveyor systems
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Mechanical expertise
- Hydraulic systems
- Welding techniques
- MIG welding
- Industrial machinery
- Valve repair
- Seasonal maintenance
- Gearbox maintenance
- Complete repair services
- Communication and coordination
- Team leadership qualities
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Maintenance Mechanic
Kraemer Industrial
05.2025 - Current
Welder/fabricator
Iron Asylum
05.2020 - 05.2025
Audubon High School
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