Mike Orr
Kenton
Summary
Maintenance Manager with extensive experience at Fives North American Combustion, specializing in equipment maintenance and safety management. Achieved significant productivity improvements through lean methodologies and strong team leadership. Proficient in PLC programming and committed to fostering continuous improvement for operational excellence.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
MAINTENANCE MGR-PLANT SUPERINTENDENT
FIVES NORTH AMERICAN COMBUSTION
Cleveland
01.2018 - 08.2025
- Managed skilled trade personnel to maintain 365,000 sqft. production facility, overseeing electrical, mechanical, roof and grounds maintenance, installation of new equipment, and upkeep of existing equipment.
- Collaborated with plant personnel to reorganize production floor using lean methods, enhancing plant flow and boosting overall productivity.
- Adhered to and enforced all safety requirements: personnel and environmental.
- Negotiated hiring and management of outside contractors for janitorial, landscaping, excavation, and cement work, ensuring quality and adherence to budget.
- Administrative duties: payroll, hiring, training, mentoring and disciplinary actions as required, annual reviews and merit raises.
- Participation in the Defense Industrial Talent Pipeline Program: program initiated by the Navy and industrial manufacturers to strengthen recruitment, hiring, training, and retention practices.
- Responded as a Red Cross First Aid responder, providing immediate medical assistance in emergencies.
MAINTENANCE MANAGER
RAMBUS
Brecksville
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Created and maintained Preventative Maintenance Program to enhance equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
- Scheduled and managed breakdown repairs alongside preventative maintenance tasks to ensure operational continuity.
- Self-directed. Installed and maintained production floor equipment from installation through full production.
- Worked closely with plant engineering to wire, install and program specialty production machinery.
- Upgraded non-compliant equipment to meet current safety standards.
- Developed key supplier list to improve procurement efficiency and cost management.
- Ordered replacement parts, inventory, and consumables.
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
ALCOA
Cleveland
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Schedule and assign production and maintenance personnel.
- Implemented preventative maintenance strategies to enhance equipment reliability and support Kaizen continual improvements.
- Led initiatives to foster a safety-conscious environment through weekly meetings and daily huddles.
- Maintained quality control processes to uphold standards and drive process improvements.
- Led and influenced team members to collaborate in achieving individual and departmental goals.
- Enforce all company policies and apply corrective measures accordingly.
- Meet all objectives while adhering to the contractual language agreed upon by the company and the UAW contract.
MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
EMPIRE DIE CAST
Macedonia
06.2010 - 01.2012
- Scheduled and assigned maintenance personnel to ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks.
- Ordered and inventoried new and replacement tooling to maintain operational readiness.
- Installed robotic cells including Motoman DX 100 and ABB models in production line.
- Installed and updated safety controls on older equipment to meet current safety standards.
- PLC Logic, Program and update ladder logic (Rockwell Automation, Allen-Bradley).
ELECTRICIAN/WELDER REPAIR JOURNEYMAN
CHRYSLER
Twinsburg
10.1999 - 05.2009
- Programmed and maintained robotic equipment (Fanuc R30ia, Nachi) to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Troubleshot and resolved electrical and mechanical issues in assigned assembly cell, minimizing downtime.
- Installed electrical systems in manufacturing facilities to ensure operational efficiency.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery to prevent electrical failures.
ELECTRICIAN
MODERN TOOL AND DIE
Cleveland
12.1991 - 10.1999
- Graduated from electrician apprenticeship program, acquiring hands-on experience in electrical installation and maintenance.
- Worked as a journeyman electrician in the maintenance department, executed repairs and maintained compliance with safety standards.
- Installed electrical systems in various industrial machinery and equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance on electrical components to ensure functionality.
- Diagnosed electrical issues using specialized testing equipment for repairs.
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST
US AIRFORCE
01.1989 - 08.1993
- Completed military service and received an honorable discharge.
- Conducted environmental assessments to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Developed and implemented sustainability programs for resource management.
- Coordinated training sessions on environmental policies and practices for staff.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Finance
BALDWIN WALLACE COLLEGE
Berea, OH04.2008
JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN - Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship
State of Ohio
12.1997
Skills
- Preventive maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Hydraulic systems
- PLC programming
- Process improvement
- Safety management
Timeline
MAINTENANCE MGR-PLANT SUPERINTENDENT
FIVES NORTH AMERICAN COMBUSTION
01.2018 - 08.2025
MAINTENANCE MANAGER
RAMBUS
01.2013 - 01.2018
PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR
ALCOA
01.2012 - 01.2013
MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
EMPIRE DIE CAST
06.2010 - 01.2012
ELECTRICIAN/WELDER REPAIR JOURNEYMAN
CHRYSLER
10.1999 - 05.2009
ELECTRICIAN
MODERN TOOL AND DIE
12.1991 - 10.1999
ENVIRONMENTAL SPECIALIST
US AIRFORCE
01.1989 - 08.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Finance
BALDWIN WALLACE COLLEGE
JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN - Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship
State of Ohio