Maintenance Technician Manager

Reginald Heffelfinger

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Bethlehem, Pa. 18017

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Experienced individual with sound judgment. Interested in the position of Maintenance Manager / Engineer / Technician. Seeking to apply technical skills in electrical maintenance, pneumatics, hydraulics, mechanical and fabricating; as well as to utilize strong ability to give attention to detail in exceeding customer service and quality expectations. What I will provide to my new employer:

Preventative maintenance planning and scheduling via CMMS

Experienced with FDA-SQF-AIB-BRC food safety standards

Team collaboration across multiple cross-functional areas

Equipment monitoring, analysis, diagnosis, and repair

Troubleshooting and problem-solving in a complex environment

Parts and supply ordering and inventory management

Corrective and reparative maintenance operations

Cost control and continuous process improvement

Green initiatives and environmentally friendly equipment optimization

Mentorship, coaching, and team-building for peers and junior personnel

Equipment and component replacement and technical refreshes

Skills: Bulk material handling (10+ years), Facilities Management (10+ years), Maintenance (10+ years),

Material handling systems (10+ years), Packaging (10+ years), Process Controls (10+ years), Robotics

(10+ years), Plant Automation / PLC - Siemens & Allen Bradley (10+ years), Material handling systems Symbotic, Axium, Intelligrated, SSI, Amazon Robotics

Experience:

Coca Cola Lehigh Valley Syrup Plant 04/2021 – Present

Automation Technician

Login 5000 Various platforms of tag based hmi. Vfd up to 753 series. Servo drives field i/o troubleshooting conveyance labelers sorting vision overwriting etc. Plant wide support.

Daifuku Elite Line Service (ELS) 11/2018 – 04/2021

Maintenance Technician

Jones Lang LaSalle, Edison, NJ 11/2017 – 11/2018

Amazon Robotics III Technician

Assist contractor with robotics and automation support at an Amazon facility LGA9 in Edison NJ (contract)

Walmart eCommerce, Bethlehem, PA 4/2017 – 11/2017

Automation Technician

Maintain and troubleshoot all conveyor systems, electrical and mechanical

Lead and audit Preventative Maintenance procedures/ practices

Develop training plans for service technicians

Develop work plan for emergency repair of critical assets.

Install, maintain, and troubleshoot relay logic, ladder diagrams, control components-- photo eyes, motor starters, relays, limit switches, proximity sensors, timers, solenoids, Servo drives, frequency inverters, linear drives, tachometers, and encoders

Create and close Work Orders with appropriate data, to include labor hours, equipment maintenance, and parts used into asset management system

Conduct maintenance and higher-level troubleshooting of robotics and robotic work cells

Troubleshoot PLC programs including using ladder logic, components (CPU back plains, I/O boards, counters, modules, and devices) and communications modules (Ethernet)

Bimbo Bakeries USA, Breinigsville, PA 3/2016 – 4/2017

Assistant Chief Plant Engineer

Supports General Plant Safety, Food Safety, Food Defense initiatives and Good Manufacturing Practices with an understanding that these are absolutes and are Priority #1. Ensuring that General safety and

Food Safety are absolute priorities by setting an example to others.

Ensures that Product Quality is an absolute priority by utilizing internal programs, plant teams, and outside resources.

Develops, plans, and implements preventative and predictive work required to ensure the reliable operational performance of bakery equipment and processes. Notifies supervision of any equipment problems and makes recommendations for corrective action.

Responsible for training engineering, maintenance, and contractor personnel on Lock-Out / Tag-Out, Confined Space, Hazard Material Handling and Personal Protective Equipment to provide technical support related to FDA (food security), OSHA, and EPA compliance

Provides leadership, trains, coaches, and develops manufacturing management to include responsibility for personnel and/or labor issues throughout the plant.

Responsible for creating and managing an engineering / maintenance budget. Manages an annual capital budget program to company policies and standards.

C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc., Bethlehem, PA 11/2015 – 3/2016

Automation Technician III

Automated Warehousing with Symbotic and Axium Automation Responsibilities

Maintain all systems and subsystems of the Automated Storage & Retrieval System

Ensure rapid equipment return to serviceability by performing thorough in-depth troubleshooting on any non-functioning or faulted system, subsystem, or component

Keep supervisors informed of specific problems and suggested actions, including approximate time required for repairs

Must be proficient in the removal/replacement, reloading of software parameters, calibration and/or circuit tuning of the GE RS300 Line Regenerative Converter or AV 300 Motor Controller

Troubleshoot and replace Device Net components of the SRM control system to include setting node numbers and running diagnostics

Be able to remove/replace all mechanical parts of SRM including the drive/idler wheels and their correct alignment

Will diagnose and replace as required Electronic Distance Measuring (EDM) devices including reprogramming and alignment

Skilled in inspection and replacement of wire ropes

Be able to replace all carriage mechanical/electrical parts and perform a full carriage alignment

Be proficient in performing all Preventive Maintenance Inspection functions including: shuttle inspection, lubrication, and plate/chain alignment

SunOpta Companies Inc., Allentown, PA 3/2015 – 11/2015

Maintenance Technician

Ensure that all production lines/equipment is set up and operable prior to each production day Maintain all equipment - minimize downtime - perform and record all activities as required by the M&R preventative and predictive programs

Ability to troubleshoot and problem solve equipment issues

Ability to read, interpret, and understand technical manuals and schematics

Follow company GMP's (good manufacturing practices) and all other quality programs as they relate to the maintenance department

Identify potential problems/projects/improvements which will maximize production efficiencies and reduce downtime

Complete work orders, down time reports, and any other reports as they relate to maintenance

Use equipment such as: hand tools, power tools, welders, electrical test equipment, PLC interface, HMI (Human Machine Interface), diagnostic equipment, forklift, etc.

Wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) when required

Responsible for ensuring work area is clean and organized

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision and as a member of a team

Strictly adhere to all Safety policies (i.e. Lock Out Tag Out, Machine Guarding, etc.)

Committed to ensuring that the products produced meet all food safety and quality requirements Other duties as assigned

Must following all Safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices. Other duties as assigned

Lightning Source Inc. 4/2013 - 1/2015

Maintenance & Facilities Manager

Manages the daily operations of the LSI PA Facilities and Production Maintenance functions. Assist in the implementation of the Infor EAM enterprise CMMS software corporate wide. Oversees the scheduling of associate hours, daily work assignments, assigning of projects and monitors performance for Maintenance Team. Manages and provides preventative maintenance and repairs for all equipment and fixed assets in the facility based on SOPs and Manufacturer Specifications. Contracts vendors to perform quotes, contractual repairs, and modifications for equipment installations. Oversees housekeeping and general maintenance of the entire facility. Communicates with the Management staff on issues impacting production. Provides advanced troubleshooting and repair for all equipment. Evaluates and recommends future equipment. Manages yearly budget and predicts through tracking methods future budget needs for LSI Maintenance Department. Develops training plans to help and assist in the advancement of associate knowledge in all functions of the LSI PA Maintenance Department. Oversees and manages all ladder logic changes to Allen Bradley PLC5 40 E and MicroLogix PLC controllers. Monitor and take daily readings on 2500KVA transformer / switchgear and emergency backup generation equipment.

Essential Duties:

Oversees and provides direct supervision of facilities and maintenance functions across all shifts.

Approves hiring decisions, write and/or approve associate evaluations, and assure that accurate associate attendance/time records are kept.

Interviews applicants, make hiring recommendations, oversee training, and recommend disciplinary measures, as needed, of maintenance team.

Provides advanced troubleshooting and repairs to all equipment and assets.

Oversees maintenance of equipment needs, and vendor services.

Monitors deployment of contractors while on-site insuring proper credentials and building access needed to perform tasks.

Serves as a resource to other departments in the resolution of complex problems and issues related to maintenance and facility needs.

Receives and provides initial investigation/analysis of service requests, estimates time and material cost of projects, and develops and executes plan of action required to effectively resolve service requests.

Manages cost controls, reports, replacement recommendations and preventative maintenance including 24/7 support when volume or needs dictate in regard to equipment maintenance.

Manages cost controls, repair parts, replacement recommendations in regard to facilities management maintenance.

Ensures proper monitoring/maintenance of building security systems including: burglar and fire alarms and door access.

Maintains plant environment within optimal parameters for digital printing.

Maintains universal waste accumulation/disposal and initiates physical transfer of HAZMAT to authorized carriers.

Leads facility in compliance with all local and federal safety regulations

Maintain parts inventory and requisitions new supplies/equipment as needed.

Communicates with property owner on building and property issues

Maintains building security including alarm systems and access badges

Partners with the Safety committee chair, lead and suggest safety initiatives.

Giorgio Fresh Pack Co. 2010 – 2013

Maintenance Manager

Responsible for day to day activities of directing, controlling, and coordinating all phases of the Maintenance Department and Facilities.

Support Frick ammonia refrigeration systems and equipment maintenance to produce quality products in an efficient and profitable manner.

In conjunction with Projects, Ensure Maintenance Department compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Assist in the establishment, analysis, and submission of yearly departmental budgets

Provide support in the HR process or screening and testing of maintenance candidates

Maintain collaborative relationship with all other departments

Ensure maintenance support is available as needed

Remain aware and trained on all technical advancements in the area of responsibility

Assist and support Mechanics with expertise in equipment

Ensure that equipment is maintained and operational up to company standards

Oversee all parts acquisition activities

Proactively reduced maintenance cost of $40M on vacuum cooling process in 1 year

Ensure service calls and machinery repairs are completed in a timely manner

Develop and Implement asset management system

Create database for inventory management tool

Enhanced safety improvements to personnel and production process

Reduced labor cost overtime made 8% cost savings in first year

Control engineering and new project enhancements

Maintains safety, health, and environmental policies and procedures.

Ensures city, county, state, and federal regulations relating to the maintenance department are met at all times.

Directs, maintains, and enforces the safety program for the maintenance department; reviews safety records to uphold standards of maximum safety for all maintenance technicians.

Coordinates activities with Plant Operations Departments.

Participate in objective setting, plan development and performance review of plant performance.

Initiates, implements, and manages the plant maintenance program based on best practices in the ethanol industry, with an emphasis on planning/scheduling and preventive/predictive maintenance.

Monitors the use and inventories of spare parts, maintenance supplies, and equipment and initiates reordering when necessary.

Oversees maintenance department.

Assures all Rite Height Dock lock and Versa light systems function properly for shipping and receiving.

Schedule maintenance services and repairs and assign tasks to mechanics, according with “Maintenance work order” and “Preventative maintenance schedule”.

Order parts, tools and equipment as needed. Receiving bills needs to be given to our purchasing clerk.

Schedule the work time for maintenance department.

Care of the new company clothes for employees (knit hats, sweatshirts, gloves, etc.). Each given item needs to be written on the proper form. Write employee name and clock number.

Contact with contractors when the problem cannot be repaired by maintenance department.

Review maintenance’s paperwork. Be sure that all forms are filled out.

Make sure that all mechanics and contractors follow the “Emergency maintenance program” during equipment repairs.

Check if “Preventative maintenance schedule” is followed up.

Follow the GMP’s and SQF standards.

Insure that all checks are done in the vacuum chambers daily. Fill out and complete log journal.

Insure that all checks are done in the engine room. Fill out and complete the log journal.

Complete safety work orders.

Take care of programming Mitsubishi PLC’s ProSoft MMI’s and various standalone servo drives and controllers for the vacuum chambers and overwrap equipment.

Prioritize maintenance work with the general manager and/or plant managers

Asher’s Chocolates 2009 – 2010

Controls Engineer

Modify and improve existing batching and weighing controls processes in chocolate manufacturing.

Program Omron PLC’s brick style as well as many different brands of stand along temperature controllers

Install new high-speed overwrap / flow wrapping equipment

Install new semi-automatic case erecting equipment Bemis training operators and affected employees

Upgrade temperature control systems on the standardizing equipment for heating and cooling

Implement new laser code dating technologies

New AC drive commissioning and installation

Calibrate flow controls from tank farm Foxboro and Micro Motion

Work closely with Quality Control labs with BRC / SQF / FDA / HAACP programs

Meet with executive staff as well as marketing and sales on new brand development

Upgrade LOTO Safety program to meet NFPA 70 E standards

Troubleshoot process and packaging challenges implementing positive results

PM and Calibrate Yamamoto Lock and VFFS machines changeover for different product sizes

PM Inline checkweigher and metal detectors.

PM Markem Imaje inkjet printers as well as lasers code daters

Install, new PTI initiatives for code dating and print and apply objectives

Work with outside vendors on new technology and cost controls

Update plant lighting for more efficient technologies

Team member on 5S and SMED projects

Structure GEMBA walks and get buy in from performance employees to implement ideas discovered.

CHERRYDALE FARMS LLC 2008 - 2009

Senior Controls Engineering

Developed capital projects for new and existing customers in the confectionary business

Managed multi-crafted maintenance staff of 12 in the absence of the Maintenance Manager

Created a preventative maintenance program to meet SQF plan

Worked with outside vendors to change tooling on packaging equipment for new products

Upgraded AC drive systems and process controllers for batching and weighing systems.

Installed safety systems to protect workers from injury mainly light curtains and fail-safe pull cords.

Created library to house all of the PLC programs in one common place

Supported and updated internal GMP program

Worked hands – on with Maintenance Staff and provided training on control systems

Installed new co pack lines for Hershey which was all Bosch equipment with Palermo robots.

Installed new packaging line for co packing products for Kellogg’s Kashi brand health food bars

The both above had dedicated PLC racks made by Bosch with all custom programming and vision systems

Most changes made from the operator guide through a high security level if needed.

JUST BORN INC. 1996 - 2008

Maintenance Technical Supervisor

Supervised and assigned work to up to 35 shift maintenance personnel and coordinated maintenance priorities across all three shifts by communicating with other maintenance supervisors.

Reduced IDL / DL by over $200K by automation and redirection of labor staff achieved within a 3-month period.

Redesigned pack sizes to further capture cost savings of $50K to standardize SKU’s and robotic case packing using existing equipment.

Scheduled and conducted preventative maintenance through the utilization of the computerized maintenance management system.

Troubleshot production line problems, including making recommendations and debugging new installations to meet commercial production requirements.

Formulated and managed a plan for performing annual plant / production shutdown maintenance by communicating with other Maintenance Supervisors and Managers, Maintenance and Facilities.

Researched new technology applications to improve mechanical and electrical operations related to the plant.

Developed entire programs for Allen Bradley and Modicon PLC installations and program changes for existing installations including electrical panel design and fabrication to allow ease of product change and improved production efficiencies and quality.

Compiled materials list and supervised all project jobs using both internal labor and external contractors on new installations In the areas of electronics, PLC’s, etc., as well as in maintaining existing buildings and equipment. Ensured competitive pricing and cost saving measures were utilized.

Conducted research and provided related materials, including major and primary design control concepts for engineering projects. Reviewed, modified, and approved new production processes and changes to existing production equipment initiated by the Engineering Department.

Implemented equipment modifications required to meet Marketing and Sales demands for new products, including new equipment installation.

Promoted the vision and philosophy of the business. Encouraged employee self-development activities and provided opportunities and accommodations for staff to enhance their skills. Set the example by attending training sessions to develop management and technical skills. Supported business activities both internally and within the community in a manner that is consistent with the corporate values and culture.

Managed capital budget to ensure the financial integrity of the business.

Various equipment experience VFFS/CCW inline scales and metal detectors/code daters/flow wrap.

Multi voltage experience 4160 VAC to 5 VDC.

Implemented IR thermal analysis PM program

Traveled nationally / internationally to trade shows i.e. Interpack in Dusseldorf, Germany, final acceptance test (FAT) on equipment in Crailshiem, Germany (Schubert) and Turin Italy (Roboload). Rockwell Automation Seminars cross country.

Recognized recipient of the Excellence of Leadership Plant Visionary Award 2006.

M&M MARS, Hackettstown, NJ 1990 - 1996

Electronic Maintenance Technician

Maintained and troubleshoot a variety of high-speed packaging equipment:

Schubert robotics / stepping conveyors and case erectors.

Alvey / Lara / Hytrol material handling systems

Ishida CCW and Garvens / Icore / Hunting checkweighers.

Lock and Mesulect metal detectors.

Thiele / Sabel case erectors.

Nordson / Mercer / ITW hot melt systems.

Videojet / Little David / Domino / Marsh inkjet printer installation and service.

Sandvick steel belt cooling tunnel systems

Lara tier former / gantry style palletizer. Alvey multi-tier conveying system, zero back pressure.

GE Series 6 Plus / Series One / Series 60 and 600 / Modicon 984 family PLC programming and installation

Install various styles of pressure transducers / flow monitors and level controllers.

Various AC / DC drives and Ormec servo drives.

Xycom / GE / Fanuc and Modicon Panel mate MMI devices.

Installed transformers, conduit, disconnecting means control and field devices in strict accordance with all federal, municipal, and local codes.

Traveled to Cleveland, Tennessee for plant enhancements.

Excelled in personal performance and was promoted from Grade 8 to Grade 10 Top Hourly Technical level

Embedded chain peanut roaster

Previous experience available upon request

Education:

Business Administration - DeSales University

Diploma in Electronics Technology - Lincoln Technical Institute - Allentown, PA

High school in Electrical Construction Industrial Commercial Wiring and Design

Carbon County Vocational Technical School - Jim Thorpe, PA

High school in Academic - Panther Valley High School - Lansford, PA

Certificate of Completion in HAACP - Gloucester County College - Bethlehem, PA

Credits in Introduction to Structured Programming - Cedar Crest College - Allentown, PA

Credits in Computer Science - Northampton County Community College - Bethlehem, PA

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