Myles Fishel
Palo,IA
Summary
Reliable and motivated self-starter possessing superior management skills for a variety of business implementations. Proven dedication and reliability; ensuring company goals and objectives are satisfied successfully and to the highest of standards.
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Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Facilities Manager/Area Maintenance Manager
Nordstrom
Cedar Rapids, IA
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Promoted a safe work environment and timely technician training
- Provided direction for the maintenance team in supporting operations
- Monitored preventive maintenance programs
- Inspected facility for quality, integrity and safety
- Developed and presided over multiple projects and deadlines accomplishing departmental goals
- Proactively lead facility improvements in the reliability of the production assets
- Reduced site maintenance asset costs and increased operation efficiency
- Received quotes, verified equipment training certifications and safety procedures
- Supported the General Manager providing facility enhancements and quality
- Mentored, lead, promoted & provided performance recognitions and disciplines to on-site Maintenance Managers and Technicians under my charge
- Documented, collected, and analyzed key performance indicators for process improvement
- Provided equipment EOL issues using ROI offered as guidance to management
- Instituted and audited maintenance tasks
- Ensured training in the use of CMMS tools, processes, and systems
- Facilitated with procurement and sourcing to identify cost reductions and support purchasing
- Collaborated with finance and accounting in accurate and timely budget reports, cost savings, analyses
- Outsourced prime and subcontractors in the development and management of numerous multi-million dollar property specific capital improvement project plans
- Utilized EV methods adhering to timelines and budgets
- Contracted cleaning services, HVAC, Vertical Transportation, Restaurant, Fire and Life Safety and Pest control
- Understand commercial leases, contract documents and routine accounting methods
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook).
Superintendent
Gee Asphalt Systems Inc.
Cedar Rapids, IA
04.2016 - 12.2021
- Ensured a safe work environment in compliance with all safety policies and procedures using the appropriate tools and equipment for the task
- Provided proactive leadership and coaching to crew members and interact with all external and internal customers in a professional manner
- Communicated the daily schedule and need of the crew(s)
- Ensured assigned crew members followed safety processes and procedures and adhered to ACI, union, and regulatory policies
- Controlled traffic and implemented safety requirements for crews near, in, and around work zones
- Made sure crew members adhered to proper pre-trip, post-trip, and weekly maintenance of vehicles
- Responsible for material orders or equipment needed to complete a job
- Ensured assigned jobs were completed in a timely fashion and per budget
- Established crews had proper materials & equipment to complete the job
- Identified solutions to a variety of situations common in a construction setting.
Maintenance Technician
Bennett Machine and Fabrication
Anamosa, IA
05.2015 - 03.2016
- Supported safety, quality and productivity by programming, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing Computer Numerical Control (CNC) manufacturing equipment
- Proficient with installation, interpretation, updating, and integration of PLC's, CNC's, and FANUC controls; including robotics
- Mechanical and electrical problem solving skills and accurate records and documentation
- Supported customer service and manufacturing productivity goals by minimizing downtime through completion of preventive maintenance and complete organization of data for future use
- Vendor and supplier interaction to source materials and supervise, or handle, repair
- Observed safety and security procedures including Log-out/Tag-out; reported and corrected potentially unsafe conditions and proper equipment and material use
- Ensured cleanliness of machine and machine components by use of hose, air gun, solvents, cloths, vacuum or other appliances
- Disassembled machines and parts for replacement or repair by using cranes, hoists, chain falls, hand tools, jacks, sledge hammer, abrasives, welding, and other devices
- Identified defects or gave recommendations on repair requirements or machine realignment according to production specifications
- Application of adhesives, lubricants or other materials to machines, their parts, as well as other equipment.
Field Service Engineer
Mestek Machinery Inc.
Cedar Rapids, IA
03.2014 - 05.2015
- Install, repair, inspect, disassemble, move company equipment as needed
- Plan and perform electrical installation utilizing wire schematics and instructions
- Service or replace electronic components, circuit modules and boards, vacuum tube and similar electronic devices
- Train operators regarding proper procedures and safety precautions
- Maintain and install communication cables, power distribution cables, wiring
- Analyze and apply corrective measures for quality and defects
- Substantial knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles, product knowledge, and customer service philosophies
- Suggestion and implementation of innovative mechanical improvements; including software enhancements
- Accomplishments: outstanding customer service
- Made many engineering change suggestions that lead to many improvements and greater functionality
- Ability to read schematics and blueprints
- Electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical knowledge.
Maintenance Supervisor
Airgas Dry Ice
Muscatine, IA
08.2013 - 03.2014
- Own Preventative Maintenance (PM) systems for all equipment, focusing on maintenance planning, scheduling, and breakdown elimination
- Support capital projects as prioritized by the district manager
- Perform maintenance tasks utilizing electrical tool, hand tools, welders, cutting tools to include plasma cutter and oxy/acetylene torch
- Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inspections and calibrations of tools
- Track, monitor, and document lubricant usage and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) on all equipment
- Establish and maintain good relationships with vendors and contractors
- Identify recurring maintenance problems; recommend and execute solutions
- Monitor spending history and future spending by work type and category in order to assist in budgeting
- Responsible for working with mechanics to lead the development and communication of maintenance job plans and provide daily performance feedback and coaching to team members
- Understand and comply with the plant safety policies, including GMP and PPE.
Aircraft Powerplant Repairman Supervisor
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Riley North, KS
07.2000 - 10.2013
- Army, United States, Aircraft Powerplant Repairman Staff Sergeant, E6, 07/24/00, 10/01/13
- Served as part of the Medical Triangle of Leadership
- Warrior Transition Battalion staff sergeant responsible for 10+ soldiers tracking medical and/or mental health appointments; ensuring their safety and wellbeing, with crisis intervention as needed
- Over 11 year's expertise in repairing, rebuilding, and troubleshooting aircraft powerplants
- Certified as a substance abuse prevention leader
- Served as a powerplant repair supervisor in an aviation maintenance company, responsible for the supervision of maintenance on aircraft powerplant components and subsystems
- Experience with all rotary winged aircraft, as well as turbine fixed wing aircraft such as GE, Bell, and Sikorsky manufacturers
- Accountability, health, welfare and professional development of 17 junior mechanics and maintenance procedures of over 135 aircraft
- Responsible for coordination and maintenance of 7 different shop sections, while maintaining work flow, competency, training, procedures, and policies over the tech supply section
- Knowledgeable in maintenance and daily operations of M925 5-ton and M931 5-ton trucks, M998 HMMWV, PU-805 generator, M871 and M101 trailers
- Commendations: The Army Achievement Medals, Exceptionally Meritorious Service, Exceptionally Meritorious Achievement While Serving in A Company for Professionalism and Intense Dedication to Duty; July 2004 Meritorious Service While Assigned as an Aircraft Powerplant Repairer; April 2002.
Supervisor/Journeyman Maintenance
Dexter Company
Fairfield, IA
10.1994 - 06.2000
- Cut, welded, ground, cleaned, inspected and lubricated mechanical equipment used in daily factory and foundry operations
- Maintained the boiler, air compressors, and power generation units
- Experience using MIG and ARC welders, blow torch, front end loaders, forklifts up to 15 ton, powder coat painting system and operations, overhead cranes to include 10 ton vehicle operated cranes, metal shears
- Journeyman maintenance, electrical, and plumbing certified
- Set up and operate CNC Milling Machines, Amada Presses, 5, 10, 15, and 20 ton presses, metal shears, and breaks
- Supervised various product and assembly line productions in addition to warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and safety.
Education
Associate's degree - Business Management/Program Management
Capella University
01.2018
High School diploma -
Houston High School
01.1990
Skills
- Programmable logic controllers
- Maintenance
- CNC
- Welding
- Management
- Supervising experience
- Manufacturing
- Mechanical knowledge
- Project management
- Construction estimating
- Paving
- Microsoft Excel
- Construction
- Microsoft Word
- Facilities maintenance
- Microsoft Office
- Heavy equipment operation
- Commercial driving
- Mechanical engineering
- Negotiation
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Access
- Contracts
- Succession planning
- CMMS
- English
- Data collection
- IOS
- Power tools
- System design
- CAD
- Windows
- AutoCAD
- Farm machinery
- Agriculture
- EPA
- Teaching
- Account management
- Conflict management
- Supply chain management
- Lean manufacturing
- Communication skills
- Fabrication
- Plasma Cutting
- Facilities Management
- Electrical Experience
- Low Voltage
- Technical Support
- Computer Networking
- Blueprint Reading
- Schematics
- Troubleshooting
- Warehouse Management
- Field Service
- CNC Lathe
Certification
- Class A CDL
- Class A CDL with combination endorsement tanker endorsement, air breaks endorsement.
- OSHA 10
- PMP
- CDL B
- OSHA 30
Activities
Enjoy outdoor adventures and sharing free time with family and friends.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sr. Facilities Manager/Area Maintenance Manager
Nordstrom
12.2021 - 03.2024
Superintendent
Gee Asphalt Systems Inc.
04.2016 - 12.2021
Maintenance Technician
Bennett Machine and Fabrication
05.2015 - 03.2016
Field Service Engineer
Mestek Machinery Inc.
03.2014 - 05.2015
Maintenance Supervisor
Airgas Dry Ice
08.2013 - 03.2014
Aircraft Powerplant Repairman Supervisor
U.S. Army Active Duty
07.2000 - 10.2013
Supervisor/Journeyman Maintenance
Dexter Company
10.1994 - 06.2000
Associate's degree - Business Management/Program Management
Capella University
High School diploma -
Houston High School
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