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Thomas Slicer

Faribault,MN

Summary

Proven Maintenance Technician with a track record of implementing preventive maintenance and problem-solving abilities to enhance operational efficiency at John Sanfilipo and Sons. Excelled in mechanical troubleshooting and safety awareness, achieving significant equipment uptime improvements. Demonstrates strong leadership and communication skills, fostering team agility and performance. Hardworking employee bringing 30+ years of experience performing diverse maintenance and repair duties. Dedicated to maintaining optimal equipment functionality by managing routine and complex equipment and facility matters. Strong knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety measures. Organized [Job Title] with successful history of managing competing priorities and meeting challenging performance targets. Works well under pressure to complete physically-demanding work. Safety-oriented team player with strong attendance record.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Technician

John Sanfilipo and Sons
08.1994 - 11.2023
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.

Maintenance Technician

Treehouse Private Brands
06.2018 - 10.2023

Install, removal of equipment in facility.

Use problem solving skills to create and install additional guarding on equipment to ensure safety measures for operators.

  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.

Maintenance Technician

Con Agra Foods
04.2012 - 06.2018
  • Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Install/Removal of equipment
  • Work with safety team, to create/install equipment, for additional guarding

Lead Operator

Grist Mill
08.1994 - 04.2012
  • Assigned tasks to team members based upon individual strengths and experience, realizing productivity and workflow improvements.
  • Fostered a positive work environment, promoting open communication among team members to address concerns or suggestions for improvement.
  • Completed various testing procedures for optimum work performance.
  • Supported management decision-making by compiling operational and production data into daily logs.
  • Tended equipment during operation and monitored readouts to determine areas of concern and quickly correct problems.
  • Conducted thorough quality control inspections prior to product shipment, ensuring adherence to customer specifications and industry standards.
  • Achieved consistent on-time delivery of products by prioritizing tasks based on project timelines and customer requirements.
  • Performed safety checks on machines and production equipment.

Manager

Heckel's Family Restaurant
03.1986 - 07.1994
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Memorial High School
Eau Claire, WI
06.1986

Skills

  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Problem solving ability
  • Building Maintenance
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Safety awareness
  • Hand and power tools

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

Treehouse Private Brands
06.2018 - 10.2023

Maintenance Technician

Con Agra Foods
04.2012 - 06.2018

Maintenance Technician

John Sanfilipo and Sons
08.1994 - 11.2023

Lead Operator

Grist Mill
08.1994 - 04.2012

Manager

Heckel's Family Restaurant
03.1986 - 07.1994

High School Diploma -

Memorial High School
Thomas Slicer