Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Michael Manakis

Garden City,MI

Summary

Enthusiastic Maintenance Technician eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Maintenance field.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Baler Operator

Schupan Recycling
08.2021 - Current

I run and maintain two balers, and a cap grinder, load the truck with produce and get everything ready for shipping.

Demolisher/Home Remodeler

Detroit Firm
01.2018 - 08.2022
  • Collaborated with owner to determine remodeling projects and find appropriate materials and sources.
  • Adhered to tight schedules to avoid construction delays and for projects before expected completion dates.
  • Checked supply inventories encouraged other employees to work effectively and productively.
  • Completed jobs independently based on owners desires, inventories and budgets.
  • Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
  • Organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members.
  • Used shovels or heavy equipment to move different materials based on job needs.
  • Monitored materials inventory and requested items for restocking for each job.
  • Maintained team safety by controlling traffic around and within site.

Maintenance Machinery Mechanic/Installer Helper

JP Industrial Services
04.2014 - 01.2018


  • Dismantled machines and equipment to gain access to problem areas.
  • Received instructions from owner for maintenance and service.
  • Measured and inspected parts to detect wear and misalignment.
  • Cleaned and lubricated machinery components to maintain peak operating performance.
  • Examined parts for defects such as breakage or excessive wear.
  • Trimmed, assembled and repaired metal parts using tools such as cut off wheels, industrial saws, wheel wheels and saw zaws.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Machine Operator

Brugola/TKO
10.2009 - 04.2011
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
  • Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
  • Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
  • Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues.
  • Followed tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.
  • Set accurate feed rates and trimming protocols to maintain efficient production and meet schedule demands.

Machine Builder

Advance Staffing
01.2007 - 10.2009
  • Assembled equipment and components according to design specifications.
  • Unloaded deliveries and used equipment such as hand trucks and forklifts to move materials to correct locations.
  • Identified defective items and made repairs according to department standards.
  • Collaborated with other line workers and team members to assemble and repair parts.
  • Maintained neat and clean work area, clearing debris, organizing parts and keeping spaces open.
  • Worked with heavy machinery and various power tools when assembling parts.
  • Performed repeated tasks while sitting or standing over extended periods of time.
  • Disassembled and inspected.
  • Deburred, polished and painted surfaces.
  • Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.
  • Verified part numbers and placed parts in appropriate shipping containers.
  • Maintained counts and lifts, shifts and stocks materials and parts.
  • Repainted and precisely touched-up components and assemblies.
  • Followed safety measures and protocols, enabling department to meet safety rating.
  • Built containers and packed parts in accordance with detailed packing specifications.

Machine Builder

Tower Automation
06.2005 - 10.2009
  • Assembled equipment and components according to design specifications.
  • Unloaded deliveries and used equipment such as hand trucks and forklifts to move materials to correct locations.
  • Identified defective items and made repairs according to department standards.
  • Collaborated with other line workers and team members to assemble and repair parts.
  • Maintained neat and clean work area, clearing debris, organizing parts and keeping spaces open.
  • Worked with heavy machinery and various power tools when assembling parts.
  • Performed repeated tasks while sitting or standing over extended periods of time.
  • Disassembled and inspected.
  • Maintained counts and lifts, shifts and stocks materials and parts.
  • Repainted and precisely touched-up components and assemblies.
  • Followed safety measures and protocols, enabling department to meet safety rating.
  • Deburred, polished and painted surfaces.
  • Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to shift supervisor.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wayne Memorial High School
Wayne, MI

Skills

  • Job Planning
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • On-Time Project Delivery
  • Situational Awareness
  • Loading and Unloading Systems
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Drywall Patching
  • Plaster Painting
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Heavy Labor
  • Lift Trucks
  • Basic Tools
  • Miter Saws
  • Hardworking and Reliable
  • Team Player
  • Physical Agility and Coordination

Timeline

Baler Operator

Schupan Recycling
08.2021 - Current

Demolisher/Home Remodeler

Detroit Firm
01.2018 - 08.2022

Maintenance Machinery Mechanic/Installer Helper

JP Industrial Services
04.2014 - 01.2018

Machine Operator

Brugola/TKO
10.2009 - 04.2011

Machine Builder

Advance Staffing
01.2007 - 10.2009

Machine Builder

Tower Automation
06.2005 - 10.2009

High School Diploma -

Wayne Memorial High School
Michael Manakis