Ryan Caggiano

worked on hydraulic and pneumatic Cincinnati, Dorst, and Yoshizuka compacting presses- 50–1600-ton presses. Crown and complete die set tear down and rebuild. Cincinnati rigid reflex wedge jobs. Hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting. General troubleshooting for simple problems throughout the plant. Welding- mig, and stick, metal fabrication and pipe fitting- Hydrogen, nitrogen, natural gas, compressed air and city water. Sintering oven troubleshooting and rebuild-removed and repaired/replaced oven muffles and oven belts. conventional compacting press preventive maintenance. And all other general plant breakdowns and maintenance. 24v-110v general electrical motor replacement-servo drives and dc motors with/without gearbox. and any other 110v electrical components. Fork truck and man lift certified. Lock out/Tag out training, ladder safety training, strap and chain rigging training, and various OSHA regulation training.

• Performed preventive maintenance on production equipment to reduce downtime and maintain reliable operations.
• Collaborated with production teams to prioritize urgent repairs and minimize operational disruption.
• Documented maintenance work, equipment condition, and service needs to support planned repairs and reliability.
• Maintained accurate records for all repairs, upgrades, and preventive measures taken on various equipment types.

• Serviced hydraulic and pneumatic Gasbarre, Cincinnati, Dorst, and Yoshizuka compacting presses ranging from 50 to 1000 tons. Crown and complete die set tear down and rebuild. Cincinnati rigid reflex wedge jobs. Hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting. General troubleshooting for simple problems throughout the plant. Performed MIG and stick welding for metal fabrication projects. Some machining. Conventional compacting press preventive maintenance. 24v-110v general electrical motor replacement-servo drives and dc motors with/without gear boxes. and any other 110v electrical components. Fork truck and man lift experience. Traveled out of state for emergency breakdown repairs.
• Diagnosed mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues on industrial machinery.
• Disassembled equipment, inspected worn components, and restored assemblies to service standards.
• Rebuilt pumps, motors, cylinders, and gearboxes using precision hand tools and shop equipment.

• Maintained Gasbarre and Cincinnati single and multi-action compacting and sizing presses with capacities of 200-880 tons. Cincinnati rigid reflex Die set and crown repairs. Gasbarre single action crankshaft and bull gear replacement, ball seat and die set. Pneumatic troubleshooting. General troubleshooting for simple problems throughout the plant. Executed MIG and stick welding techniques on various materials. metal fabrication and pipe fitting- Hydrogen, nitrogen, natural gas, compressed air and city water. Troubleshot and rebuilt sintering ovens by removing, repairing, and replacing oven muffles and belts to ensure operational efficiency. Secondary machining equipment repairs. Grit blaster repairs. 24v-110v general electrical motor replacement-servo drives and dc motors with/without gear boxes. and any other 110v electrical components. Fabricated automation equipment, press parts, and secondary equipment to support production needs. and any other special fabrication needs throughout the building. conveyor repair/fabrication. Obtained certification for operating fork trucks and man lifts safely. Lock out/Tag out training.
• Diagnosed mechanical failures on production equipment and restored operations quickly.
• Performed preventive maintenance on conveyors, pumps, motors, and pneumatic systems.
• Adjusted machine components to maintain alignment, tolerances, and consistent output.

• Maintained Gasbarre, and Cincinnati single and multi-action compacting and sizing presses, ensuring operational efficiency for 20-550-ton capacity. Cincinnati rigid reflex wedge job, core rod module rebuild. Die set and crown repairs. Gasbarre single action crankshaft and bull gear replacement, ball seat and die set repairs. 350-ton multi action core rod module repair/rebuild, cam repair/replacement, ball seat repair/replacement, Crankshaft replacement and die set repairs. Pneumatic troubleshooting. Conducted general troubleshooting to identify and resolve simple problems throughout the plant. for simple problems throughout the plant. Performed welding using MIG, stick, and TIG methods for various projects. - mig, stick and tig, metal fabrication and pipe fitting- Hydrogen, nitrogen, natural gas, compressed air and city water. Sintering oven troubleshooting and rebuild-removed and repaired/replaced oven muffles and oven belts. Secondary machining equipment repairs. wet media tumbler repairs. grit blaster repairs. 24v-110v general electrical motor replacement-servo drives and dc motors with/without gear boxes. and any other 110v electrical components. Fabricated automation equipment, press parts, and secondary equipment, addressing special fabrication needs throughout facility. Fork truck and man lift certified. Lock out/Tag out training, ladder safety training, strap and chain rigging training, and various OSHA regulation training.
• Performed preventive maintenance on production equipment, reducing unplanned downtime across powder metal operations.
• Troubleshot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic failures to restore press and furnace performance.
• Inspected machinery for wear, misalignment, and safety issues, correcting defects before production interruptions.

• Maintained and repaired mechanical Gasbarre, Bliss, and Dorst compacting presses, ensuring operational efficiency for 20-200-ton capacity. Die set tear down and rebuilds. Hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting. Metal fabrication and pipe fitting: Hydrogen, nitrogen, natural gas, compressed air and city water. Troubleshot and rebuilt sintering ovens by removing, repairing, and replacing oven muffles and belts to restore functionality. conventional compacting press preventive maintenance. And all other general plant breakdowns and maintenance. Replaced 24v-110v electrical motors, including servo drives and dc motors, maintaining equipment reliability and performance. and any other 110v electrical components. Fork truck and man lift certified. Completed lockout/tagout training to ensure safety during equipment maintenance., ladder safety training, strap and chain rigging training, and various OSHA regulation training.
• Performed preventive maintenance on production equipment, conveyors, and support systems to minimize downtime.
• Diagnosed mechanical failures using hand tools, gauges, and troubleshooting procedures.
• Repaired pumps, motors, gearboxes, and pneumatic components to restore equipment reliability.

• Maintained hydraulic and pneumatic Cincinnati, Dorst, and Yoshizuka compacting presses, ensuring optimal performance of 50-1000-ton presses. Crown and complete die set tear down and rebuild. Cincinnati rigid reflex wedge job. Hydraulic and pneumatic troubleshooting. Troubleshot simple problems throughout the plant. Executed MIG and stick welding processes, metal fabrication and pipe fitting- Hydrogen, nitrogen, natural gas, compressed air and city water. Sintering oven troubleshooting and rebuild-removed and repaired/replaced oven muffles and oven belts. conventional compacting press preventive maintenance. And all other general plant breakdowns and maintenance. 24v-110v general electrical motor replacement-servo drives and dc motors with/without gear boxes. and any other 110v electrical component. Obtained certification for fork truck and man lift operation, enhancing workplace safety and operational efficiency. Lock out/Tag out training, ladder safety training, strap and chain rigging training, and various OSHA regulation training.
• Troubleshot hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical equipment to restore production uptime.
• Performed preventive maintenance on presses, conveyors, motors, and plant support systems.
• Diagnosed electrical, lubrication, and alignment issues using test equipment and schematics.

• Replaced various plumbing fixtures and electrical outlets in residential properties
• Coordinated resident communications, resolving concerns and maintaining positive tenant relationships.
• Supported lease administration, preparing move-in documentation and updating occupancy records accurately.
• Managed maintenance requests, routing issues to appropriate teams and tracking timely completion.

• Performed daily maintenance on Power Mixer machine to ensure optimal operation.
• Performed daily cleaning and maintenance tasks throughout the plant to ensure a safe and organized work environment.
• Operated material handling equipment to move raw materials and finished product safely.
• Loaded and unloaded shipments while following plant safety and handling procedures.
• Cleaned work areas, equipment, and production lines to support consistent operations.

• Operated a brick De-Hac machine, controlled robots, and performed general maintenance on the brick machine.
• Loaded and unloaded brick materials, maintaining steady workflow across production and shipping areas.
• Inspected finished products for defects, ensuring consistent quality standards and customer-ready output.
• Operated forklifts and material-handling equipment to move pallets safely throughout facility.