MARTIN LOTTER
Summary
Engineering professional with focus on maintaining operational efficiency and safety. Skilled in troubleshooting complex systems and implementing preventive maintenance strategies. Known for strong collaboration and adaptability to changing needs, ensuring reliable performance and team cohesion.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Shift Engineer
ARYZTA
12.2022 - Current
- Carry out preventive maintenance on allocated machines
- Installs, alters, maintains, and repairs electrical wiring systems and equipment, both high and low voltage, pumps, motors, and appliances
- Fault finding and repairing defective machines by identifying correct symptoms and tracing the root cause
- Including where detailed specifications are not provided
- Finding the most cost effective and efficient solutions
- Design functional electric circuitry for electrical systems
- Locate and adjust defects in electrical systems and equipment
- Ensured safety compliance by conducting regular training sessions and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify areas for improvement and implement strategic solutions that boosted overall performance.
Millwright (Electrician and mechanical fitter)
Kees Beyers Chocolate Factory
05.2018 - 12.2022
- Reduced energy consumption with installation of more efficient motors and drives.
- Mentored apprentice electricians in proper installation techniques, safety protocols, and troubleshooting methods to enhance their skill sets.
- Reduced machinery wear and tear with introduction of predictive maintenance program.
- Led cross-functional teams in equipment overhaul projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant completion.
- Developed maintenance database, facilitating better tracking of repairs and maintenance history.
- Facilitated team training sessions on new equipment operation, boosting team proficiency and operational safety.
- Improved production line efficiency, strategically scheduling maintenance during low production periods.
- Developed strong working relationships with vendors, facilitating prompt service calls when specialized expertise was required.
- Optimized equipment lifespan through proactive monitoring of wear patterns and making adjustments as needed.
- Increased productivity by effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
Electrician and Maintenance Team Leader
Cartoon Candy
06.2012 - 05.2018
- Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management.
- Evaluated final results to determine quality levels and isolate root causes of any identified faults.
- Organized ongoing maintenance schedules to boost system performance.
- Kept watchful eye on equipment inventories, optimizing work readiness and aligning supplies with specifications for each job.
- Monitored safety compliance to maintain strict standards and protect team members from harm.
- Supervised team of installers and mechanics to complete work on time and to company standards.
- Monitored daily progress and work quality to provide guidance and direction to mechanics and installers.
- Utilized proper tools and materials to adhere to safety guidelines.
- Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
- Scheduled and oversaw maintenance, repair and installation activities.
- Developed preventative maintenance schedules based on equipment life cycles, reducing unexpected breakdowns in production lines.
Electrician
Daryl's Electrical Services
12.2010 - 12.2012
- Repairs and installations of all electrical related work
- Fault finding on commercial and industrial electrical
- Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
- Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Performed routine and complex maintenance and repairs on various electrical equipment.
- Maintained compliance with local codes and regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and best practices.
- Reduced downtime for clients by quickly diagnosing and repairing complex electrical issues.
Education
Red seal qualification - Millwright (Electrician and mechanical fitter)
Techno Train
09.2017
Diploma - Afrikaans, English, Math's, Electrical technology, Engineering Graphics and design, Physical Sciences
Die Anker High School
12.2010
Skills
- Control systems programming
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Problem-solving abilities
- Electrical systems expertise
- Cost reduction
- Mechanical design
Trade Experience
Electrical -13 years
Mechanical Fitting and Turning -11 years
Languages
Afrikaans
Full Professional
English
Professional Working
Interests
- Martial Arts
- Designing and Printing 3D Models
- Auto Repair/Restoration
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
Timeline
Shift Engineer
ARYZTA
12.2022 - Current
Millwright (Electrician and mechanical fitter)
Kees Beyers Chocolate Factory
05.2018 - 12.2022
Electrician and Maintenance Team Leader
Cartoon Candy
06.2012 - 05.2018
Electrician
Daryl's Electrical Services
12.2010 - 12.2012
Red seal qualification - Millwright (Electrician and mechanical fitter)
Techno Train
Diploma - Afrikaans, English, Math's, Electrical technology, Engineering Graphics and design, Physical Sciences
Die Anker High School
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