Joe Lewandowski

2426A South 30th Street Milwaukee, WI 53215

Cell: (414) 207-7015
Ripped2thecore@aol.com

MAINTENANCE & CONTROLS LEAD TECHNICIAN

PROFILE • Perform cost-cutting modifications that improve safety and boost machine
productivity.

• Troubleshoot systems accurately and repair breakdowns quickly to maintain

operating efficiency.

• Proven abilities in a wide range of technical skills, including:

Blueprint reading MIG, TIG, Arc, Gas Welding
Hydraulics 3-phase electric motors
Sheet metal layout, fabrication 480V AC-24V DC
Air compressors AC & DC drives
Allen Bradley PLC HVAC Troubleshooting
Forklift Repair Conveying Systems
NFPA-70E Arc Flash

EXPERIENCE General Mills Inc., Milwaukee, WI 1997-Present

Lead Maintenance Technician
-Directs and prioritizes the activities of 6 3rd shift maintenance technicians to ensure
expedient repairs are completed safely according to GMI standards, OSHA regulations
and AIB guidelines.

-Responsible for all aspects of troubleshooting and repair of a wide range of packaging
machinery including Hayssen, TNA, Yamato, Ishida, Paragon, Lantech, Cremer, Kliklok,
Adco, Markem, Marsch and Video Jet.

-Assisted in engineering and implementing Video Jet 3320 Laser Code Dater which
streamlined operations and saved approximately $210,000 in maintenance repairs.

-Responsible for troubleshooting and maintaining logic control systems including all
Allen Bradley PLC’s and equipment, Wonder Ware, ASRS and WMS systems.

-Lead and implemented numerous Continuous Improvement initiatives that include 5S,
WHY/WHY, Autonomous Maintenance and Integrated Maintenance.

-Active member on the Maintenance Training and Maintenance Steering Committees,

which promotes department changes and aides in the development of new progression
systems.

-Key contributor for the engineering and start up of new production and packaging lines
which brought an additional 20 SKU’s into the facility.

Motor Castings, Milwaukee, WI 1994-1997

Maintenance Technician(First Shift)
-Prioritized repair work for equipment associated with an Aluminum Foundry-Sand
Casting operation.

-Planned and directed the allocation of maintenance personnel to production critical

areas.

-Responsible for continual operation of sand molding systems, molding furnaces,

melting furnaces, machining centers, together with all associated support equipment.

-Planned and scheduled department overtime requirements to ensure continual plant

operation and reduce unnecessary costs.

-Responsible for performing electrical repairs and equipment wiring according to design
specifications and National Electrical Code.

-Proficient in the set-up, operation and troubleshooting of equipment and systems

utilizing Programmable Logic Controllers.
 Appleton Electric, South Milwaukee, WI 1991-1994
Utility Maintenance Technician/Core Maker/Melter
-Responsible for fabricating castings for explosion proof boxes and steel fittings.

-Monitored processing temperatures and sampling procedures to ensure correct metal

properties and specifications.

-Tested and promoted to maintenance department in charge of facilities and utilities.

-Responsible for the expedient repairs of motors, gearboxes, eccentric assemblies and
conveying systems.

-Monitored oil filtering systems and precision motor alignment to compressors.

-Proficient at analyzing burner and annealing oven systems to determine repair,

replacement or rebuilds.

-Suggested preventive maintenance procedures to include scope and detail, timelines

and frequency.

United States Army 1987-1991

OH-58 Crew Chief /Phase Team Leader
-Responsible for ensuring compliance with Spectrometric Oil Analysis Program to
determine turbine engine condition and operating parameters.
-Proficient in the use and training of precision alignment equipment, weight and balance
procedures and vibration analysis systems.
- Skilled at delegating responsibility to 6 subordinates and completing enlisted
performance reports.
-Highly skilled in all facets of airframe and power-plant repairs in order to maintain
airworthy and mission ready aircraft.
-Conducted all phases of inspections to include hourly, cycle time and depot level
maintenance.
-Performed (NDT/NDI) Non-Destructive Testing and Inspections to ensure helicopter
airworthiness.
-Earned numerous honors and awards for dedication, determination and core values.

EDUCATION Milwaukee Area Technical College, Milwaukee, WI 2000

Electrical Diploma – 3.7 GPA
Facility Op Eng 2nd class license
Power Engineering Diploma
South Division High School, Milwaukee, WI 1987
Diploma – College Prep-Science - Graduated 1987