Johnathan Linder
Koch Foods
Morristown
1
Certification
26
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Maintenance Supervisor with years of hands-on experience in equipment maintenance and safety compliance. Expertise in troubleshooting and diagnostics to minimize downtime and improve operational efficiency. Proficient in coordinating installations and repairs, while managing inventory needs. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills enhance team productivity and ensure adherence to quality standards.
Work History
Maintenance Supervisor
4 Years 11 Months- Supervised daily maintenance operations in food processing facility.
- Coordinated preventive maintenance schedules for equipment and machinery.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Conducted inspections to identify equipment issues and needed repairs.
- Inspected facilities to determine problems and schedule necessary maintenance.
- Executed emergency repairs to maintain production schedules.
- Collaborated with production teams to minimize downtime during repairs.
- Trained staff on safety protocols and maintenance procedures.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper operation and maintenance techniques for various types of machinery.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed by employees while performing maintenance tasks.
- Oversaw team in completing job tasks quickly and accurately with appropriate use of instruments and tools.
- Managed inventory of maintenance supplies and tools for efficiency.
- Ordered replacement parts to keep machines running efficiently.
- Worked closely with vendors and suppliers to purchase spare parts at competitive prices.
- Designed, fabricated and installed upgrades to improve existing equipment.
- Reviewed technician procedures for repairs and installations to identify improvement areas.
- Inspected alarm systems and monitors to comply with fire, carbon monoxide and other safety levels.
- Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
- Delivered positive reinforcement and constructive criticism for employee work efforts.
- Communicated with distributors to acquire necessary equipment for projects.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
Maintenance Technician
6 Years 3 Months- Performed preventive maintenance on conveyors, motors, and processing equipment to support continuous production.
- Troubleshot mechanical and electrical failures, restoring equipment quickly and reducing downtime.
- Inspected, lubricated, and adjusted plant machinery to maintain safe, reliable operation.
- Repaired pumps, gearboxes, bearings, and belts using hand tools and diagnostic equipment.
- Followed lockout/tagout procedures and food safety standards during maintenance tasks.
- Responded to urgent breakdowns across production areas, coordinating repairs with operators and supervisors.
- Documented maintenance work orders, parts usage, and equipment issues for accurate tracking.
- Assisted with installation and setup of new processing equipment to improve plant efficiency.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
Ironworker
11 Years 1 Month- Installed beams, columns, and trusses according to blueprints and specifications.
- Operated cranes and rigging to lift heavy materials safely on-site.
- Lifted and positioned heavy steel beams into place.
- Welded components together using gas welding or arc welding processes.
- Fabricated and assembled structural steel components for various construction projects.
- Fabricated metal components with cutting torches, arc welders, and other tools.
- Cut material with shears, hand torches, plasma cutters, or power saws.
- Utilized cranes, rigging equipment, and hoists to move materials safely.
- Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion under safety standards.
- Followed safety protocols when operating heavy machinery such as cranes or forklifts.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Maintained a clean workspace throughout the duration of the project.
- Worked onsite outdoors in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
- Climbed ladders and scaffolds to access work areas at height.
- Aligned structural steel members using levels or lasers.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with tools and supplies needed for job sites.
- Worked closely with structural ironworkers, ornamental Ironworkers, riggers and machinery movers, enabling clear and safe cross-functional operations.
- Measured angles of cuts accurately for precision fitting of pieces together.
Education
Ironworkers Apprenticeship Completion - Structural Iron Erection
High School Diploma
Skills
Preventive maintenance
Equipment repair
Machinery diagnostics
Mechanical troubleshooting
Troubleshooting methods
Safety compliance
Inventory management
Certification
- HACCP Certified
- Pallet Jack, Fork truck & Ariel Lifts
- BRC Certified
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
- Air Compressor
- Ammonia safety trained
- Slips, trips & falls
- CPR & First Aid
- Fire safety
- Basic Refrigeration trained
- Subpart R certified
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Maintenance Supervisor
Koch Foods
11.2021 - CurrentRead More
Maintenance Technician
Koch Foods Debone Plant
06.2015 - 09.2021Read More
Ironworker
Local 433 Ironworkers
08.2000 - 09.2011Read More
Ironworkers Apprenticeship
Ironworkers Apprenticeship Completion from Structural Iron Erection
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Austin East High School
High School Diploma
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