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Negaunee, Michigan, United States

● Plans and schedules outages for ten RICE power generation units at two facilities ● Balances work load of long duration projects with immediate problem solving demands● Developed a process of using PAUT to scan pistons for cracks with reduced engine disassembly ● Supported the transition from contracted operation of the facilities to internal staff and management ● Designed and implemented a lube oil filtration kidney loop to improve oil quality

Ishpeming, Michigan, United States

● Planned and scheduled outages for 2 cone crushers, 14 conveyors, and other supporting equipment ● Developed new techniques for replacing steel liners to reduce Silica dust exposure● Supported the integration of a high pressure grinding roll to the secondary crushing circuit ● Replaced the main shaft of a cone crusher to prolong the life of the eccentric bushing

Ishpeming, Michigan, United States

● Supervises maintenance of mining equipment in an iron ore processing facility● Ensures that safe, quality work is being performed on schedule and within budget● Administers safety discussions and work instructions at the beginning and throughout every shift● Develops immediate solutions for unexpected equipment failures to maximize production● Prepares daily maintenance shift reports for plant wide management● Coordinates with operations, electrical, environmental, and other departments on a regular basis

Quinnesec, Michigan, United States

● Scoped, scheduled, and safely executed $500k worth of capital projects within budget ● Coordinated project details with engineering, maintenance, operations, and contractors● Developed budgets, project scopes, schedules, purchase orders, and project closeout documents

Cedar Springs, Michigan, United States

● Designed and manufactured machines for three client companies using Solidworks● Assisted with fabrication and assembly methods for integrating electronic and pneumatic parts● Created 3D Models and 2D drawings for five current standard products

Iron Mountain, Mi

● Designed, manufactured, and implemented a dynamometer to validate the performance and durability of alternative gearmotors for all Boss salt spreaders to achieve future cost improvements● Supported project management with the launch of 10 new products● Saved the company over $50k annually with cost reduction projects● Designed and manufactured a coupler to adapt an existing Boss plow to a Toro Polar-trac● Collaborated with a switch and relay supplier to solve a common warranty issue● Created 16 standard work documents for using purchasing management software

Presque Isle, Mi

● Operated Caterpillar 785C 150-ton dump truck, skid-steer, and industrial aggregate mill