Maintenance Manager

SKILLS

EXPERIENCE

Nicholas Juhl

PLANT MAINTENANCE MANAGER

+1-218-***-**** ******@*****.*** Milaca, MN 56353

Plant Manager with over 10 years of experience managing production workers, engineers, and maintenance technicians. Skilled in implementing continuous improvements and equipment projects to optimize and upgrade plant operation productivity and e ciency. Reduced equipment breakdowns by 100% through proactive maintenance strategies and regular inspections. Strong leadership and negotiation skills.

• Department Manager • Maintenance & Repair

• Heavy Equipment • Onsite Installation & Service

• Continuous Improvement • Commercial Truck

• Metal Fabrication Processes • Supervision & Training Driving

• Prototype Fabrication / R & D • Technical Sales Engineer

• Welding • Engineering Technician

• Flatbed • Tractor-trailer

• Commercial driving • Dump truck

• Lowboy • Water truck

• Backhoe operation • Forklift

• Facilities maintenance • Project management

• HVAC • Negotiation

• Leadership • Groundskeeping

• Agriculture • Mechanical knowledge

• Driving • Drafting

• Box Truck • Snow Plowing

• CAD • Manufacturing

• Service Technician Experience • Carpentry

• Lawn Care • Outside Sales

• Production Management • Equipment Repair

• Plant Management • Delivery Driver Experience

• Electrical Experience • Product Development

• Loader Operation

PLANT MANAGER - ENGINEERING / MAINTENANCE

DEPARTMENTS

EVER CAT FUELS-Isanti, MN

Isanti

September 2014 - Present

Managed a team of 21 production workers, engineers and maintenance technicians providing leadership, training, and guidance to optimize productivity and meet production targets

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Supervise, schedule, and direct maintenance work and coordinate with other supervisors to accomplish daily maintenance requirements for mobile equipment, stationary equipment, plant buildings, and other ancillary facilities

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• Inventory and order parts, tools and equipment required for repairs, replacement and ongoing plant improvements Lead the engineering department to implement continuous improvements and equipment projects to optimize and upgrade the plant operation productivity and e ciency

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Troubleshoot, repair and maintain all mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical equipment at a bio-diesel re nery plant

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Fabricate, weld and install new equipment, supports, bases, stands, piping and electrical and make modi cations to existing system

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Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime and maximize equipment lifespan

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Oversaw the maintenance and repair of all plant equipment, including HVAC systems, boilers, electrical systems, and production machinery

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• Managed a team of 3 maintenance technicians, providing training, guidance, and performance evaluations

• Reduced equipment breakdowns by 100% through proactive maintenance strategies and regular inspections

• Implemented an inventory management system to ensure availability of spare parts for timely repairs

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to plan and execute major equipment installations or upgrades Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, repairs performed, and costs incurred

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Conducted regular safety inspections to identify potential hazards or non-compliance issues in accordance with OSHA regulations

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• Led troubleshooting e forts during equipment failures or malfunctions to minimize production disruptions

• Coordinated with external vendors for specialized repairs or services beyond the scope of internal capabilities

• Developed budgets for the maintenance department and e fectively managed expenses within approved limits Improved overall equipment e fectiveness (OEE) by 50% through continuous improvement initiatives such as root cause analysis and implementing corrective actions

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• Ensured compliance with environmental regulations related to waste disposal practices within the plant premises

• Identi ed opportunities for process optimization by analyzing data on machine performance metrics Collaborated with engineering teams on design modi cations or enhancements based on feedback from maintenance sta f

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Developed standard operating procedures (SOPs) for routine tasks ensuring consistency in execution across the maintenance team

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Implemented a predictive maintenance program utilizing condition monitoring techniques to identify potential equipment failures before they occur

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• Led continuous training programs for the maintenance team to enhance technical skills and knowledge Managed relationships with equipment suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of parts or services

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Developed and maintained a spare parts inventory system, optimizing stock levels to minimize costs while ensuring availability

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• Collaborated with production managers to schedule maintenance activities during planned downtime periods Conducted regular audits of safety procedures and protocols, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions

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Oversaw all aspects of production plant operations, including planning, organizing, and coordinating activities to ensure e cient and cost-e fective manufacturing processes

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Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategic plans for continuous improvement initiatives

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Implemented preventive maintenance programs for machinery and equipment to minimize breakdowns and maximize uptime

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Led e forts to improve safety protocols by conducting regular inspections, implementing safety training programs, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards

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Negotiated contracts with suppliers/vendors to secure favorable pricing terms while maintaining high-quality materials for production processes

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Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders including customers, suppliers/vendors, regulatory agencies, etc., fostering collaboration and driving business growth opportunities

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Developed and implemented a comprehensive maintenance schedule for equipment resulting in a 100% decrease in unplanned downtime

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• Managed capital expenditure projects from inception to completion within budgetary constraints

• Mentored and coached team members to foster professional growth and improve overall team performance Drove continuous improvement culture throughout the plant by encouraging employee suggestions for process enhancements.

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TOOLING TECHNICIAN/WELDER 3

CUSTOM PRODUCTS-Thief River Falls, MN

Thief River Falls

February 2014 - July 2014

• Designed, built and maintained xtures and jigs for metal manufacturing production shop Built and designed custom tools and racking and maintained and repaired various manufacturing equipment as needed

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• Tested and trained welders

Collaborated with production manager and production specialist to implement changes or improvements in shop in order to increase productivity and e ciency.

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TRUCK DRIVER/OPERATOR (PRIMARILY IN EASTERN

MONTANA)

AEVENIA INC.-Moorhead, MN

Moorhead

July 2013 - November 2013

Crew leader and operator of hydro-vac truck, whose job it was to locate utilities for underground ber communication cable installation

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• Operated other equipment and performed general labor as needed. EQUIPMENT OPERATOR/TRUCK DRIVER

OLSON CONSTRUCTION/INDEPENDENT SCRAPER SERVICES-

Thief River Falls, MN

Thief River Falls

January 2012 - July 2013

• Truck Driver / Semi, belly dump, end dump, at bed, live bottom, side dump, low boy and dump truck

• In the spring and fall, operated pull type scraper to perform eld drainage and ditching

• Operated bulldozer, excavator, payloads and said steer as needed

• Assisted with mechanical repairs and welding

• Commercial snow removal in the winter months.

TRUCK DRIVER - ROAD CONSTRUCTION

MINN-DAK ASPHALT INC-Thief River Falls, MN

Thief River Falls

June 2011 - November 2011

Drove water truck tankers, both semi and straight truck, along with belly dump hauling hot mix and aggregates for road construction and paving

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• Performed truck servicing, repair, maintenance and welding. QUALITY CONTROL INSPECTOR/PRODUCTION WELDER

CUSTOM PRODUCTS-Thief River Falls, MN

Thief River Falls

September 2010 - June 2011

• Acted as Quality Control Inspector for metal fabrication welding products EDUCATION

CERTIFICATIONS

REFERENCES

• Performed production welding, designing and building welding xtures

• Drove truck, as necessary

• Performed general metal fabrication shop duties. SERVICE TECHNICIAN PLUS/QUALITY CONTROL

ASSISTANT

NORTHWEST MANUFACTURING-Red Lake Falls, MN

Red Lake Falls

November 2004 - July 2005

• Repaired and serviced warranty outdoor wood furnaces

• Assisted quality control manager

• Created work instruction manuals for production. SALES ENGINEER/HEAD OF PRODUCT TESTING/DESIGN

ENGINEER

FORSBERG'S INC.-Thief River Falls, MN

Thief River Falls

January 1990 - April 2002

Performed in-house and outside sales, technical customer service, on-site and telephone troubleshooting, startup and training of new equipment traveling throughout the U.S., Canada and abroad

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• Promoted Forsberg's products at trade shows

• Assisted in marketing and advertising and elded emails involving technical sales and product queries

• Designed, tested and implemented special custom machine add-on per customers' requests Collaborated with engineering and R&D team on new machine design, testing and improving and upgrading existing machines

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• Assisted with design and creation of company website, product brochures and photography Prior to Sales Engineer position, headed up the Drafting and Design Department supervising 3 draftsmen, in addition to designing and drafting materials

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• Responsible for all company drafting requirements for product development, engineering and production

• Instrumental in bringing CADD into the drafting department. 1 YR IN GENERAL STUDIES

Northland Community and Technical College, Thief River Falls, MN Apr 2004

CERTIFICATION OF COMPLETION IN WELDING

Northland Community and Technical College, Thief River Falls, MN May 1983

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED

Lincoln High School, Thief River Falls, MN

May 1981

• License, Class A CDL Drivers, State of Minnesota • OSHA 10, Aevenia Safety Training, July 2013 Certi cation, CPR, Aevenia Safety Training, July

2013

• Certi cation, Certi ed Fire ghter II, Minnesota Fire Service Certi cation Board

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• Air Brake Endorsement • Driver's License

• CDL

References available upon request

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