Arturo Velázquez Pérez
Grand Island
Summary
Mechatronics Engineer with solid experience in industrial maintenance, rendering and refrigeration systems, and technical supervision in high-volume food processing facilities. Proven ability to optimize equipment performance, reduce downtime, and lead maintenance teams while prioritizing safety and operational efficiency. Strong problem-solving skills, a continuous improvement mindset, and a commitment to delivering reliable, data-driven results.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rendering Maintenance Supervisor Engineer
JBS USA
Grand Island
12.2022 - Current
- Supervise installation, service, and repair of mechanical equipment in a rendering facility processing 5000 head of beef daily.
- Establish department priorities based on KPIs and ensure actions to meet goals.
- Administer preventive maintenance work orders for electrical systems, industrial wiring, plumbing, hydraulics, pneumatics, shop machinery, and sheet metal.
Trainee Program
Pilgrim's Mexico & USA
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Worked in refrigeration department replacing old compressor motors with high-efficiency motors.
- Reconditioned capacitor banks, increasing power factor from 90 to 93.
- Trained new mechanics in refrigeration system operation.
Refrigeration Maintenance Mechanic
Pilgrim's Mexico
11.2017 - 12.2021
- Operated and maintained industrial refrigeration equipment following safety guidelines.
- Identified and resolved process inefficiencies.
- Collaborated in decision making to maintain optimal production conditions.
Education
GED -
State of Nebraska
Grand Island, NE05-2025
Engineering - Mechatronics
Technological University Tula Tepeji
Tepeji Del Rio07-2020
Higher Technician - Mechatronics
Technological University Tula Tepeji
Tepeji Del Rio06-2016
Skills
- Industrial refrigeration systems
- Preventive and corrective maintenance
- Electrical systems and industrial wiring
- Hydraulics and pneumatic
- PLC basics
- Mechatronic systems
- Troubleshooting
- Process optimization
Certification
- Hazmat Brigadier, 2019, True
- Industrial Refrigeration, 2019, True
- Internet of Things, 2017, True
- IPN International Robotic Cup, 2014, 1st Place
Languages
- Spanish, Native
- English, Intermediate / Advanced
Timeline
Rendering Maintenance Supervisor Engineer
JBS USA
12.2022 - Current
Trainee Program
Pilgrim's Mexico & USA
01.2022 - 11.2022
Refrigeration Maintenance Mechanic
Pilgrim's Mexico
11.2017 - 12.2021
GED -
State of Nebraska
Engineering - Mechatronics
Technological University Tula Tepeji
Higher Technician - Mechatronics
Technological University Tula Tepeji