Ryan ackels
Edwardsburg
Summary
Dedicated Maintenance Technician with proven expertise at Robert Weed Plywood in preventive maintenance and mechanical troubleshooting. Recognized for enhancing equipment reliability and minimizing downtime through effective problem-solving and safety compliance. Skilled in forklift operations and committed to achieving operational excellence while fostering a collaborative work environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
Robert Weed Plywood
11.2019 - 11.2025
- Conducted routine equipment inspections to identify maintenance needs and ensure operational efficiency.
- Executed preventive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
- Implemented safety compliance measures to uphold workplace safety standards and reduce hazards.
- Responded promptly to emergency maintenance requests to minimize disruption to production.
- Utilized hand and power tools effectively to perform various maintenance tasks.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
Maintenance Technician
Pro Service Staffing
07.2017 - 11.2019
- training for the field of maintenance
- sent to robert weed to get hands on experience
Warehouse Associate
LaSalle Bristol
06.2015 - 07.2017
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently within the warehouse.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
Special Education Tutor
Southwestern Michigan College
09.2014 - 05.2015
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to assess student needs and adapt instructional approaches accordingly.
- Monitored student progress regularly to identify areas for improvement and adjust tutoring strategies.
- Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Mechatronics
Southwestern Michigan College
Dowagiac, MI05-2015
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Equipment installation
- Parts replacement
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Problem-solving
- Packaging and labeling
- Attention to detail
- Lifting and sorting
- Forklift operations
- Patience and flexibility
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Robert Weed Plywood
11.2019 - 11.2025
Maintenance Technician
Pro Service Staffing
07.2017 - 11.2019
Warehouse Associate
LaSalle Bristol
06.2015 - 07.2017
Special Education Tutor
Southwestern Michigan College
09.2014 - 05.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Mechatronics
Southwestern Michigan College