Maintenance Technician & MRO Buyer

Boe Paladino

Orange, CA *****

Interview Availability: Mon – Wed, Fri (8 AM – 4 PM PST) for the next 2 weeks.

Education:

High School Diploma – Belford High School – Redlands, CA (2006)

Certificate of Completion – Cla-Val Control and Irrigation 101

Technical Training Completed at Cla-Val Manufacturing Facilities

Technical Skills:

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

PICK System

FIX CMMS

Maintenance Inventory Systems

Forklift Operation

Welding Equipment

Hand and Power Tools

Maintenance Documentation Systems

Skills:

Industrial Equipment Maintenance & Repair

Preventive and Corrective Maintenance

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Mechanical Assembly & Disassembly

Equipment Installation & Setup

Hand and Power Tool Proficiency

Equipment Inspection and Testing

Welding (TIG, MIG, Sand Transportation Pipes)

Maintenance Inventory and Spare Parts Management

MRO Purchasing and Budget Management

Manufacturing Equipment Support

Safety and Quality Compliance

Shop Organization and Workflow Coordination

Cross-functional Team Collaboration

Forklift Operation and Material Handling

Strong Written and Verbal Communication

Professional Experience:

Meiji America — California Sep 2025 – Jul 2026

MRO Buyer

Managed purchasing activities supporting maintenance operations and equipment uptime.

Responsible for sourcing and procuring maintenance parts, tools, consumables, and spare components for the maintenance team.

Managed a monthly maintenance budget of approximately $500,000.

Coordinated with suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of critical maintenance materials.

Maintained inventory levels to support preventive and corrective maintenance activities.

Monitored purchasing trends and expenditures to improve operational efficiency and reduce downtime.

Hearthside Food Solutions — Anaheim, CA Sep 2021 – Sep 2025

Maintenance Technician

Maintained maintenance shop organization including tools, equipment, and spare parts inventory.

Supported maintenance technicians during equipment troubleshooting and repair activities.

Organized maintenance parts and components to improve repair turnaround times and equipment uptime.

Assisted with preventive maintenance tasks, inspections, and repair activities on manufacturing equipment.

Utilized PICK and FIX CMMS systems to document maintenance activities and work orders.

Maintained a clean, safe, and organized maintenance environment.

Certified Forklift Operator supporting manufacturing and maintenance operations.

Reason for Gap: Focused on managing personal business operations during this time.

Cla-Val — Costa Mesa, CA Jan 2013 – Oct 2019

Maintenance Mechanic

Performed maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting activities on industrial equipment and machinery.

Utilized hand and power tools to assemble, install, repair, and position machinery and facility equipment.

Examined and tested machinery, components, and equipment to identify defects and ensure proper operation.

Supported maintenance activities involving automatic control valve systems and sand transportation systems.

Performed welding activities including repair and maintenance of sand transportation piping systems.

Worked independently and collaboratively while supporting production and facility operations under demanding conditions.

Recognized for professionalism, attention to detail, and leadership capabilities.

The Press Enterprise — Riverside, CA Feb 2007 – Apr 2009

Production Maintenance Technician

Assisted mechanics and repair technicians in maintaining industrial machinery and press equipment.

Supported assembly and disassembly of machinery, equipment, and mechanical components during maintenance activities.

Transported equipment, materials, and components throughout manufacturing areas to support production operations.

Served as Reel Room Supervisor and trained new employees on equipment operation and workplace procedures.

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