Mike Kretzschmar
Sturgis
Summary
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact. Highly skilled Mechanical Technician with comprehensive experience in equipment maintenance, machinery installation and troubleshooting. Strong abilities in utilizing various diagnostic tools to identify and rectify mechanical failures. Proven track record of improving machine efficiency and reducing downtime through proactive preventive maintenance. Committed to maintaining workplace safety protocols and adhering to compliance standards.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanical Technician
Coeur Wharf
Lead
06.2018 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and preventive maintenance activities.
- Performed preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment and machinery.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers.
- Inspected completed work for accuracy and quality assurance.
- Researched technical manuals for troubleshooting guidance when necessary.
- Collaborated with other technicians to complete complex projects efficiently.
- Replaced worn or defective parts with new ones.
- Tested, diagnosed, and repaired malfunctioning components.
- Inspected and tested machinery, equipment and component parts to identify defects, diagnose malfunctions and facilitate repairs.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined solutions to correct concerns.
- Assembled or disassembled complex mechanical systems.
- Monitored, inspected or tested mechanical equipment.
- Assembled, integrated and repaired equipment or systems in accordance with appropriate standards and procedures.
- Adjusted machine settings as needed to optimize production processes.
Welder
L&H Industrial
Gillette
06.2003 - 05.2018
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
- Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding progress updates on assigned tasks.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Tech Coarse
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CASkills
- Blueprint interpretation
- Work order interpretation
- Schematic reading
- Electrical systems
- Calibration techniques
- Power tool operation
- Component assembly
- Welding techniques
- Production equipment installation
- Diagnostic testing
- Shaft alignment
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Equipment installation
- Testing equipment usage
- Corrective adjustments
- Hand tools proficiency
- System diagnostics
- Mechanical repairs
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment monitoring
- Mechanical alignment
- Hydraulic systems
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Parts replacement
- Lubrication systems
- Quality inspection
- Precision measurement
Accomplishments
U.S. Army Vet
Affiliations
Hunting / Fishing
Timeline
Mechanical Technician
Coeur Wharf
06.2018 - Current
Welder
L&H Industrial
06.2003 - 05.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Tech Coarse
Chaffey College
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