Allan Buenconsejo
Brentwood
Summary
Adept at preventive maintenance and project management, I significantly enhanced equipment reliability at Mos Plastics. My expertise in equipment troubleshooting and maintenance planning, coupled with a proactive approach, led to a marked improvement in operational efficiency. My leadership also fostered team collaboration, achieving substantial reductions in downtime.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Maintenance Manager
Mos Plastics
San Jose, CA
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
Process Engineer
Abbott Diabetes Care
Alameda, CA
11.2006 - 09.2024
- Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment upgrades to enhance overall process capabilities, ensuring market competitiveness.
- Coordinated with suppliers to resolve raw material issues affecting production schedules.
- Optimized manufacturing processes by implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean methodologies.
- Implemented standardized work instructions, enhancing operator understanding of critical tasks and improving workflow consistency.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify, prioritize and eliminate process losses.
- Reduced production downtime by conducting thorough root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
- Improved process safety by conducting hazard assessments and implementing risk mitigation measures.
- Coached newly hired employees and interns while observing progress and delegating tasks.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining plant reliability and minimizing operational disruptions.
- Designed and executed experiments to identify process improvements, leading to reduced costs and increased efficiency.
- Managed third-party contractors, inspecting completed work and ongoing efforts to confirm quality and adherence to prescribed guidelines.
- Interfaced with area teams to verify application of technical details.
- Supported new product development efforts through scale-up activities from pilot-scale testing to full-scale production implementation.
- Reduced downtime by establishing predictive maintenance schedule for critical machinery.
- Enhanced product quality by redesigning process parameters and closely monitoring outcomes.
- Coordinated with quality assurance to address and rectify customer complaints, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure more favorable terms, reducing material costs without compromising quality.
- Designed and executed experiments to test process improvements, documenting results for future reference.
- Reduced downtime and increased production capacity with strong maintenance plans.
- Designed, created and tested production models for industrial processes.
Sr. Packaging Mechanic
Aradigm Corporation
Hayward, CA
11.2000 - 11.2006
- Evaluated emerging trends in packaging technology, recommending suitable upgrades or replacements as needed for improved performance.
- Provided technical expertise during the installation process of new packaging machinery and technology upgrades.
- Increased overall equipment effectiveness by implementing continuous improvement strategies for maintenance procedures.
- Enhanced packaging efficiency by troubleshooting and repairing mechanical issues on production lines.
- Reduced downtime by performing preventive maintenance on packaging machinery and equipment.
- Developed customized preventative maintenance plans tailored specifically towards individual machines and their unique requirements.
- Adhered to strict deadlines under pressure while maintaining a strong focus on safety procedures throughout all tasks performed.
- Coordinated with management to set targets for production output while ensuring optimal utilization of resources.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop new packaging designs, enhancing product appeal and functionality.
- Improved safety standards by conducting thorough inspections and addressing potential hazards in the work environment.
- Maximized productivity with regular inspections and repairs of packaging equipment.
- Troubleshot complex electrical and mechanical issues within packaging equipment, effectively reducing instances of unscheduled downtime.
- Diagnosed and repaired hydraulic and electrical systems to maintain equipment function.
- Replaced defective wiring systems, hydraulics, and braking systems to return machines to service.
- Fabricated and installed custom parts and components to meet specific equipment needs.
- Developed preventative maintenance plans to limit operational disruption.
- Regulated machine flow, speed and temperature and stopped and reset machine to address malfunctions.
- Maintained optimal equipment performance by carrying out simple hourly maintenance on machines.
Maintenance Technician
American Microdevices Manufacturing Inc.
San Jose, CA
04.1998 - 11.2000
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Packaging Mechanic
Ciba Corning Diagnostics
Alameda, CA
03.1996 - 04.1998
- Improved safety standards by conducting thorough inspections and addressing potential hazards in the work environment.
- Worked closely with vendors to source high-quality replacement parts at competitive prices, reducing overall maintenance costs.
- Supported quality control initiatives, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company standards for finished products.
- Adhered to strict deadlines under pressure while maintaining a strong focus on safety procedures throughout all tasks performed.
Hydraulic Technician
Universal Plastic Services
Palo Alto, CA
02.1993 - 03.1996
- Improved hydraulic system performance by diagnosing and repairing malfunctions in a timely manner.
- Saved money by reworking parts suitable for refurbishment.
- Enhanced equipment reliability by conducting regular maintenance checks and implementing preventive measures.
- Assessed and tore down parts such as pumps, motors and cylinders in different pieces of equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Cebu Institute of Technology
Cebu City, Philippines03-1982
Skills
- Preventive Maintenance
- Project management
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Maintenance planning
Timeline
Process Engineer
Abbott Diabetes Care
11.2006 - 09.2024
Sr. Packaging Mechanic
Aradigm Corporation
11.2000 - 11.2006
Maintenance Technician
American Microdevices Manufacturing Inc.
04.1998 - 11.2000
Packaging Mechanic
Ciba Corning Diagnostics
03.1996 - 04.1998
Hydraulic Technician
Universal Plastic Services
02.1993 - 03.1996
Production Maintenance Manager
Mos Plastics
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Cebu Institute of Technology