Chris Aldrich

Skilled Industrial Maintenance Technician with 5 years of hands-on experience in mechanical repairs, structural welding, and mobile field services. Strong background in equipment diagnostics, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and custom fabrication. Adaptable team player known for working efficiently under demanding conditions to keep production lines running safely and reliably.

Willing to relocate to: Pittsburg, KS - Fort Scott, KS - Chanute, KS. Authorized to work in the US for any employer.

Maintenance Technician - Sugar Creek Packing Co. - Frontenac, KS

(2026-02)

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair high-speed food processing and packaging machinery, including conveyor systems, pumps, slicers, and smokehouses.
• Perform mechanical overlay, custom fabrication, and structural repairs on production equipment using SMAW, GMAW, and GTAW welding processes.
• Conduct preventative maintenance schedules on pneumatic, hydraulic, and mechanical drive systems to minimize unscheduled downtime in a washdown environment.
• Execute equipment installations, precision shaft alignments, motor replacements, and heavy equipment rigging following strict OSHA and company safety standards.
• Ensure full compliance with USDA, FDA, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols during all maintenance activities.

Millwright - Versatile Construction

(2025-05 - 2026-01)

• Install and assemble industrial machinery at various construction and production sites.
• Interpret blueprints and layout drawings to ensure accurate alignment and placement.
• Perform preventative maintenance to reduce downtime and maintain equipment reliability.
• Use cranes, rigging, hoists, and heavy equipment to relocate machinery safely.
• Diagnose mechanical failures and replace components as needed.
• Align motors, pumps, conveyors, and gear-driven systems with precision tools.
• Maintain strict safety compliance while working in industrial environments.

Millwright - Millwright, Union - Kansas City, MO

(2024-12 - 2025-05)

• Installed and repaired industrial machinery in factories and manufacturing facilities.
• Read and interpreted blueprints, schematics, and mechanical diagrams.
• Performed equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and mechanical repairs.
• Disassembled and reassembled machinery for relocation or overhaul.
• Used precision alignment tools to ensure proper equipment performance.
• Welded and fabricated parts during repair and installation work.
• Operated cranes, hoists, rigging systems, and heavy power tools safely.

Traveling Millwright - A-Lert Construction Services - Fredonia, KS

(2023-08 - 2024-10)

• Performed mechanical maintenance on heavy industrial equipment.
• Used rigging and hoisting systems to move machinery safely.
• Conducted preventative maintenance to reduce mechanical downtime.
• Aligned motors, pumps, gearboxes, and conveyors according to specifications.
• Welded and fabricated components for structural and mechanical systems.
• Worked closely with crane operators during lifts and placement.
• Maintained tool organization and safe work environments.

Welder - REDGUARD - Wichita, KS

(2022-11 - 2023-07)

• Welded and fabricated metal components including frames, tanks, and structures.
• Cut, shaped, and beveled metal to meet blueprint specifications.
• Built templates, jigs, and fixtures for production use.
• Conducted quality checks on welds and fabricated assemblies.
• Maintained welding equipment and ensured safe shop operation.

Utility Operator - Butterball - Columbus, KS

(2021-07 - 2022-10)

• Performed preventative maintenance and inspections on plant equipment.
• Responded to equipment malfunctions and emergency breakdowns.
• Operated machinery for production and facility processes.
• Documented equipment performance and repair needs.
• Used hand tools, presses, and torque equipment for repairs.

High School Diploma - Neodesha High School (2020-05 - 2020-05)

Trade school