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Rafał Tomasz Wiśniewski

Rafał Tomasz Wiśniewski

Zawada Uszewska

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance Engineer

Self Employed
Great Britain
04.2008 - 03.2023
  • Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
  • Maintained strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, securing high-quality parts at competitive prices for the company.
  • Evaluated new technologies or methodologies related to Maintenance Engineering which helped keep the company up-to-date with industry trends.
  • Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
  • Installed and maintained electrical and plumbing systems.
  • Documented maintenance activities and confirmed compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
  • Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
  • Dismantled defective machines and equipment and installed new or repaired parts.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Developed technical documentation for maintenance procedures, ensuring consistent knowledge transfer among team members.
  • Trained and supervised staff on equipment maintenance and safety procedures.
  • Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
  • Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular inspections, identifying hazards, and recommending corrective actions.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.

Customer Assistant

Tesco
Kings Lynn, UK
07.2006 - 03.2008
  • Processed returns and exchanges efficiently, minimizing wait times for customers.
  • Delivered timely responses to customer inquiries via phone or email communication channels.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.

Extrusion Machine Operator

JDR Cable Systems Ltd.
Littleport UK
06.2004 - 07.2006
  • Exemplified positive attitude as team member in dynamic, fast-paced environment and remained composed and professional during complex challenges.
  • Maintained high-quality output by performing routine quality checks on finished products.
  • Maximized machine uptime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues as they arose during production runs.
  • Took apart machinery, cleaned parts, and replaced damaged or worn out components.
  • Streamlined record-keeping processes by diligently maintaining accurate logs of daily operations, including machine run times, output quantities, and any issues encountered.
  • Worked effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines while maintaining strict attention to detail for superior end results.
  • Measured extruded products to identify imperfections, adjusting controls to adhere to project specifications.
  • Demonstrated versatility by operating various types of extrusion machinery, adapting to specific requirements of each project as needed..
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot extrusion issues, resulting in reduced downtime.
  • Troubleshot and corrected machine-related problems through proper equipment adjustments.
  • Increased overall productivity through effective time management, skillful multitasking, and efficient use of available resources.
  • Contributed positively to team morale by fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment, sharing knowledge and expertise with colleagues as needed.
  • Improved safety standards within the workplace by adhering to company protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
  • Started up and ran extrusion lines producing wide range of products for cable and tubes industry OEMs.
  • Supported continuous improvement initiatives by providing feedback on potential areas for optimization within the extrusion process.

CNC Machine Operator

Wood-Styl
Bobolice Polska
03.2002 - 05.2004
  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
  • Assisted in inventory management practices such as tracking tooling, materials used, and monitoring stock levels to maintain production readiness.
  • Assisted in the development of new products, providing valuable input on machinability and manufacturing processes.
  • Learned and followed safety procedures to keep machines operated safely and prevent accidents.
  • Implemented process improvements that led to increased accuracy in final product measurements and overall quality control standards.
  • Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
  • Detected malfunctions and control errors by monitoring machine operation and checking completed pieces.
  • Trained and coached new team members on proper machine set-up procedures.
  • Developed custom toolpaths for complex parts, significantly reducing production time while maintaining precision requirements.
  • Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
  • Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by optimizing CNC machine settings and performing routine maintenance.
  • Supported quality control and inspection processes to promote production of quality products.
  • Assisted other machinists with set-up and troubleshooting of CNC machines.
  • Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
  • Collaborated with other departments to meet customer requirements.
  • Reduced material waste through precise programming of CNC machines for accurate cutting and milling operations.

Education

Level 3 - Inspection And Testing of Electrical Equipments

College of East Anglia
Kings Lynn UK
07.2010

Level 2 - Functional Skills in Math

College of East Anglia
Kings Lynn UK
07.2009

Level 2 - Functional Skills in English

College of East Anglia
Kings Lynn UK
07.2008

Operator - Celowniczy Pojazdów Gąsiennicowych -

Centrum Szkolenia Obrony Przeciwlotniczej
Koszalin Polska
07.1999

Mechanik Pojazdów Samochodowych - Budowa I Eksploatacja Pojazdów Samochodowych

Zespół Szkół Samochodowych
Koszalin Polska
06.1996

Skills

  • Component Replacement
  • Equipment testing
  • Safety Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Subcontractor Management
  • Supply and Parts Ordering
  • Equipment Assembly
  • Control systems
  • Hand and power tool use
  • Technical reporting
  • Electrical Systems
  • Technical Documentation Interpretation
  • Accurate Estimation
  • Maintenance recordkeeping
  • Clear Communication
  • Computerized Maintenance Management
  • Equipment maintenance and repair
  • Relationship Building
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Safety Monitoring
  • General Plumbing
  • Staff Training
  • Carpentry

Languages

Polish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Russian
Advanced (C1)
German
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Maintenance Engineer

Self Employed
04.2008 - 03.2023

Customer Assistant

Tesco
07.2006 - 03.2008

Extrusion Machine Operator

JDR Cable Systems Ltd.
06.2004 - 07.2006

CNC Machine Operator

Wood-Styl
03.2002 - 05.2004

Level 3 - Inspection And Testing of Electrical Equipments

College of East Anglia

Level 2 - Functional Skills in Math

College of East Anglia

Level 2 - Functional Skills in English

College of East Anglia

Operator - Celowniczy Pojazdów Gąsiennicowych -

Centrum Szkolenia Obrony Przeciwlotniczej

Mechanik Pojazdów Samochodowych - Budowa I Eksploatacja Pojazdów Samochodowych

Zespół Szkół Samochodowych
Rafał Tomasz Wiśniewski