Michael Knape
Port Arthur
Summary
Seasoned Maintenance Machinist with a proven track record at Indorama Ventures, enhancing equipment lifespan and reducing downtime. Expert in precision machining and machine operation. Also trained several new hires ensuring safety 1st. Skilled in SAP and effective job planning, my meticulous approach and teamwork elevate operational efficiency. Work with my team to assure effective maintenance schedules and ensuring minimal downtime.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Machinist
Indorama Ventures
07.2013 - Current
- Maintain & repair all equipment.
- Reduced downtime by executing preventive maintenance on machines and equipment.
- Increased equipment lifespan through meticulous inspections and routine maintenance.
- Trained new machinists on best practices for machine operation & pump repairs, leading to improved overall workforce performance.
Machinist
Standard Alloys
01.2009 - 07.2013
Machine parts for pumps
Machinist
Team Industrial Services Inc
09.2003 - 01.2009
Machine clamps & enclosures for plants leak repair.
CSD Network Specialist
Dell Computers
01.2000 - 09.2003
Help large corporate accounts with networking issues.
Machinist
Team Industrial Services Inc
07.1995 - 01.2000
Team trained me to become a machinist. learned to machine parts, clamps, etc.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Information Systems
M.T.I. School of Business & Technology
Nassau Bay, TX01-2000
High School Diploma -
Alvin High School
Alvin06-1995
Skills
- SAP
- Create flange maps & bolt-up forms
- Coordinate with OMC's to plan jobs
- Performs TS position to cover areas & T&I's
- Work well with crafts to carry out jobs safely
- Precision machining
- Machine operation
- Machine setup
Timeline
Maintenance Machinist
Indorama Ventures
07.2013 - Current
Machinist
Standard Alloys
01.2009 - 07.2013
Machinist
Team Industrial Services Inc
09.2003 - 01.2009
CSD Network Specialist
Dell Computers
01.2000 - 09.2003
Machinist
Team Industrial Services Inc
07.1995 - 01.2000
Associate of Science - Computer Information Systems
M.T.I. School of Business & Technology
High School Diploma -
Alvin High School
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