Timothy Ranta
Chisholm,MN
Summary
Dynamic Maintenance Manager with a proven track record, excelling in preventive maintenance and team leadership. Enhanced equipment reliability through strategic planning and optimized inventory management, significantly reducing downtime. Adept at project management and fostering collaboration across departments to drive operational efficiency and safety compliance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Manager
US Steel
04.2022 - 08.2025
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
- Reduced downtime by efficiently overseeing the maintenance team and prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
President/Owner
Mesaba Abrasives, Inc
01.2012 - 01.2023
- Increased customer satisfaction through industry specific knowledge and application specific solutions.
- Managed customer crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
- Drove revenue growth by expanding product offerings and identifying new market opportunities.
Facility Maintenance Manager
Mn Twist Drill
03.2005 - 04.2022
- Coordinated with vendors to obtain cost-effective solutions, negotiating contracts for maintenance services and supplies.
- Scheduled routine maintenance and repair of 140 pieces of production equipment.
- Monitored inventory and ordered supplies while adhering to maintenance budget restrictions.
- Evaluated facilities to determine if company maintenance protocols complied with MN health and safety regulations.
- Oversaw company Safety, Quality, and Environmental programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
University of Minnesota, Duluth
Duluth, MN05-1995
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Project management
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Maintenance planning
- Work order management
- Grounds maintenance
- Team leadership
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
US Steel
04.2022 - 08.2025
President/Owner
Mesaba Abrasives, Inc
01.2012 - 01.2023
Facility Maintenance Manager
Mn Twist Drill
03.2005 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
University of Minnesota, Duluth
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