1. Timothy M. Giovanelli
giovtk2@gmail.com 262.308.4764 Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
Career Profile
 Diligent worker with 15 years of successful experience in industrial machine maintenance,
troubleshooting, repair, and operation.
 Exceptional work ethic and high-quality focus; consistent history of efficiently and accurately
assessing problems and performing repairs; proven ability to zero in on causes and readily determine
solutions to meet production deadlines.
 Licensed as Facility Operating Engineer, Third Class, through The American Society of Power Engineers, Inc.;
certified as Forklift Operator.
“Tim became our most skillful mechanic, responsible for improvements to all facets of mechanical and facility equipment
and processes. His dedication and reliability in repairing and maintaining equipment dependability serve as
a testament to his abilities.”
 Mark C. White, Maintenance & Engineering Project Manager at Puratos Chocolate, USA
Relevant Skills
 Extensive experience in set up, maintenance, and troubleshooting of processing and packaging
machinery; adept in using schematics and manuals, conducting online research, rebuilding
equipment, and resolving reliability issues.
 Skilled in the use of electronic and mechanical measurement instruments, multimeters, mills, drill
presses, lathes, saws, power tools, and metalworking equipment.
 Creative problem solver and proven team leader; well -respected by coworkers.
 Developed personal skills in home remodeling / repairs, automotive /small engine troubleshooting,
and handyman repairs .
PROVEN STRENGTHS IN:
Proactive Maintenance Basic Carpentry / Electrical / Plumbing Facilities Maintenance
SQF, CMMS Windows EHS, CI
Schematic / Blueprint Reading Mechanical Troubleshooting & Repair Industrial Groundskeeping
Experience
Maintenance Mechanic (Journeyman) March 2013 – Present
PURATOS CHOCOLATE, USA – Kenosha, WI
Provide preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair services for industrial mixers, refiners, and other
production machinery and equipment, as well as for HVAC and chill -water equipment, in chocolate manufacturing
facility with 100 employees. In unofficial lead role, guide and coach peers as needed. Build and repair various types
of pumps. Conduct light troubleshooting of control wiring to diagnose motor starters and address other motor
issues. Change belts. Devise ways to improve machinery and process efficiency.
 Commended by supervisor for proactive approach in identifying problems to troubleshoot and repair.
 In several cases, made lasting repairs to machinery and equipment that previously had been continuously
breaking down.

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Experience
Production Machine Operator (and Maintenance Lead) 2006 – 2013
INDUS INTERNATIONAL, Racine – WI
Recruited to set up, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, perform preventative maintenance, and operate eight
production machines for producing microfilm storage jackets for small manufacturing company. Maintained
industrial compressor and forklift. Performed small engine repairs, building maintenance, groundskeeping duties,
and other maintenance tasks as needed. Control led inventory of maintenance equipment and supplies.
 Resolved numerous production problems through developing creative solutions, such as:
o Designed / built mixer to eliminate separation of indexing process chemicals problem occurring after
supplier changed composition.
o Performed troubleshooting and addressed recurring issue of control panel fuses breakdown for
custom-modified printing machine, saving company the cost of an expensive service call.
 Designed and led space-planning and construction of 200+ sq. ft. compressor room; created machinery
vacuum and ventilation ducts .
Lead Machine / Lamination Operator (and Maintenance Specialist) 1999 – 2006
NB MICROSEAL – Zion, IL
Took initiative to apply existing maintenance skills and on-the-job training to become key employee (out of 25
production workers) for production machine maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and set up for highly specialized
production machines. Drove and implemented new ideas for improving machine operations. Completed supervisory
training program. Trained new production employees.
 Exceeded / met all production goals, including keeping scrap to minimal levels.
 Recognized for high-quality work as Employee of the Month several times.
Earlier experience consisted of positions in apprentice carpentry, small engine repair, production machine
operation, and industrial positions that utilized plumbing and electrical capabilities.
Professional Development
Gateway Technical College – Kenosha, WI
 Facility Operating Engineer Low Pressure (boiler operations course), 2012
 Various computer courses