MICHAEL L. RIPORTELLA

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Rockford, Illinois 61103

815-***-****

Objective: A position in the manufacturing field that will utilize my skills and expertise. Summary: A competent, self-starter with a variety of experience, ranging from supervising in the food industry to assembly work in a manufacturing environment. Easily adjusts to new situations and learns new skills quickly. Hardworking and motivated, adapts positively to changes in work assignments, requiring little or no supervision to complete assigned tasks. Equally effective as a team member or independent contributor. A conscientious and dependable individual dedicated to delivering a superior job performance. Work Experience:

GLEASON CUTTING TOOLS, INC.

Loves Park, IL: 2010-Present

Global Leader in the Technology of Gearing.

Production Cell Operator: Performs all required inspection of tooling at required points of production. Continual improvement champion, assisting in processing of CIT suggestions. GE WATER & PROCESS TECHNOLOGIES, a Joint Venture with Pentair – Rockford, Illinois: 2000 - 2009

Global Supplier of Engineered Chemical & Mechanical Treatment Programs for Water, Wastewater & Process Systems.

Skilled Assembler A: Performs all aspects of diversified assembly and subassembly of valves, controllers and timers as specified and in forefront of two new product launches. Worked closely with engineering staff to finalize process. Facilitated continuous improvement activities by addressing weaknesses in production and correcting through Action Workouts - a group exercise that provides solutions by working with all levels of production employees. Maintains production parts through KANBAN release system. Ordered O-ring power controls and cardboard from suppliers. Represented company during presentations to outside groups regarding implementation of lean manufacturing into assembling line and factory. Inspected parts for mechanical or electrical faults using in process test equipment while maintaining all paperwork regarding these tests. Programmed test stand for valve configuration. Packaged valves for shipment and monitored daily production scheduling.

Additional responsibilities on a periodic or as needed basis include... Electronic Assembler: (2000-2001) Assembled stagers for electronic controls as part of a government contract.

Cell Charger: (2000-2008) Movement of materials within the factory (machining & assembly) involved in product production.

Metal Valve Assembler: (2000-2008) Assembled metal valves during peak production and also covered for vacationing employees.

Machine Operator: (2000-2008) CNC machine operator during peak production and also covered for vacationing employees.

BERGSTROM MANUFACTURING COMPANY

Rockford, Illinois 1999 - 2000

Manufacturer of Heaters and Heating/Air Conditioning Units for Buses & Trucks Spot Welder: (1999-2000) Spot welded casing for heaters and heater/air conditioning units. Master spot welder in process and achieved master assembler classification in 6 months. Master Assembler: (1999) Assembled Heaters and Heater/AC units for buses and trucks. Extensive training in ISO standards and practices

CUB FOODS, INC.

Loves Park, Illinois 1994-1999

Night Manager/Wrapper Stocker and Full Service Grocer. (1994 – 1999) ALL AMERICAN BOTTLING CORP. - Loves, Park, IL

Service Manager: (1983 – 1994) Licensed Distributor of Royal Crown Cola, Dads Rootbeer, Nehi Beverages

Education: Bradley University, Peoria, Illinois: (1979 – 1981) (AAS) Graduate of Boylan High School, Rockford, Illinois 1979 Training: Principles of Performance Management: 1999 Improving Communication Skills in the Workplace: 2003 Team Building: 2004

Gauge Mentor: 2005

Technology: Inventory Management SAP, Power Suite, Microsoft Office products Certificates: Master Gardner Certificate

References available upon request.