Max Meier
Omaha
Summary
Results-driven professional with a strong background in machine operation and troubleshooting at Mars. Proven ability to enhance production efficiency through effective team collaboration and safety compliance. Skilled in training employees and maintaining high-quality standards, ensuring optimal performance and reliability in manufacturing processes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technician 1
Royal Canin
Fremont
11.2025 - Current
- Maintained equipment to ensure optimal functionality and safety standards.
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery and equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Collaborated with team members to complete facility repairs and improvements.
- Replaced worn parts and components to maintain operational integrity of equipment.
- Documented maintenance activities and repair logs for compliance audits.
- Responded promptly to service requests, ensuring minimal downtime for operations.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Replaced defective parts such as bearings, seals, gears, valves.
- Assisted in the installation of new machinery and equipment.
Extruder Operator
Royal Canin
Fremont
06.2021 - Current
- Collaborate with team members to optimize efficiency and productivity in the workplace.
- Document all daily activities related to production operations in log books or computer systems.
- Monitor the production process and make necessary adjustments as needed.
- Monitored machine operations to detect malfunctions or deviations from standards.
- Adjust machine parameters according to product specifications or customer requirements.
- Assist in training new operators on the operation of extrusion machinery.
- Set controls on machine to create products of correct size, shape, and thickness.
- Conduct regular safety checks on equipment to ensure proper functioning and compliance with regulations.
- Troubleshoot machine malfunctions and adjust settings accordingly.
- Identified machine issues and quickly resolved malfunctions to maintain production schedules.
- Work closely with supervisors and other personnel to resolve any issues encountered during the production process.
Machine Operator
Essential Personnel Services
Fremont
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Communicated effectively with coworkers regarding changes in orders or processes.
- Adhered to environmental policies by properly disposing of packaging waste.
- Removed finished products from machines and separated rejected items based on standard grading qualifications.
- Reported any malfunctions or irregularities to supervisors immediately.
- Cleaned, oiled and made valve or guide adjustments to machinery and equipment.
- Checked, weighed and recorded product information on documents.
- Performed minor maintenance tasks such as changing parts or lubricating machines when needed.
- Monitored production line for jams, pile-ups or glue not adhering properly.
- Adjusted machine settings to ensure optimal performance and product quality.
Foreman
Rainbow International Restoration
Omaha
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Created detailed reports on job progress and submitted them to management on time.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
Security Site Supervisor
Securitas Security Services USA
Omaha
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Managed access control systems to secure premises and sensitive areas.
- Assessed company security risks and developed actionable solutions to be presented to management.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner while adhering to company policy.
- Drafted and documented security procedures, policies and standards.
- Administered first aid and emergency support as needed during incidents.
- Used two-way communication to generate enthusiasm and foster atmosphere receptive to open exchange.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westside High School
Omaha, NE05-2010
Skills
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Production documentation
- Machine operation
- Process monitoring
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Employee training
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Extrusion process
- Cross-functional support
- Tool maintenance
- Waste reduction
- Manufacturing background
- Documentation skills
- Active listening
- Time management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Reliability
Certification
- Site NIR Key User
- OJT
- Arc Flash Trained
Affiliations
- Support of other factories within Royal Canin Umbrella during Commissioning, Validation, And Startup Processes.
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Technician 1
Royal Canin
11.2025 - Current
Extruder Operator
Royal Canin
06.2021 - Current
Machine Operator
Essential Personnel Services
01.2020 - 06.2021
Foreman
Rainbow International Restoration
01.2017 - 01.2020
Security Site Supervisor
Securitas Security Services USA
01.2014 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
Westside High School