RYAN CUPPER
Arconic
Elizabethtown
1
Certification
19
years of professional experience
Results-driven Maintenance Manager with nearly 20 years in facility management. Expertise in preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety compliance. Committed to enhancing operational efficiency and reducing downtime while fostering team collaboration and maintaining high safety standards.
Work History
Maintenance Manager (OPS Leader)
5 Months- Developed and implemented strategies to optimize maintenance workflows and increase operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of maintenance projects and minimize downtime.
- Managed budget allocations for maintenance operations while ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Analyzed equipment performance data to identify trends and implement corrective actions as needed.
- Streamlined inventory management processes for spare parts, reducing lead times and costs associated with repairs.
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Established performance metrics to evaluate team productivity and effectiveness in meeting maintenance goals.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
- Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
- Led the successful completion of major facility upgrade projects while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
- Conducted root cause analysis of recurring issues, devising long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.
- Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
- Mentored new hires in company procedures, safety protocols, and technical skills necessary for their roles as maintenance professionals.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Led maintenance team in equipment inspections and preventive maintenance programs.
- Trained staff on best practices for equipment handling, safety protocols, and troubleshooting techniques.
Industrial Maintenance Technician
6 Months- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues on production equipment, reducing downtime and maintaining continuous operations.
- Conducted preventative maintenance inspections, ensuring compliance with safety standards and optimizing operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement process improvements for equipment reliability.
- Trained new technicians on machinery operations and maintenance protocols, improving onboarding process and team competency.Industr
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex systems, enhancing overall productivity.
- Diagnosed, repaired and replaced faulty electrical, electronic and mechanical components to maintain plant safety.
- Installed and repaired electrical and mechanical systems, equipment and machinery to maintain proper functionality.
- Performed welding tasks as needed for equipment repair or fabrication projects, adhering to strict safety guidelines.
- Enhanced equipment efficiency by performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Reduced machine downtime by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential issues.
- Conducted thorough diagnostic tests to identify root causes of malfunctions, enabling effective solutions.
- Inspected and tested electrical equipment, diagnosing malfunctioning apparatus.
- Educated fellow technicians on best practices in industrial maintenance, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Troubleshot programs and maintained programmable logic controllers.
- Improved production output with timely repairs and adjustments to machinery.
- Adhered to safety policies, procedures and regulatory criteria to maximize preventive controls.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline maintenance processes and improve overall productivity.
- Increased workplace safety by ensuring proper functioning of all equipment and systems.
- Provided technical support during emergency situations, leading to swift resolutions without compromising safety standards.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Industrial Maintenance Technician / Supervisor
17 Years 10 Months- Positions held at Cleveland Cliffs (Formerly known as ArcelorMittal) since 2007:
- Senior Lead Millwright/Served as a certified supervisor overseeing millwright operations. 2018-2025
- Managed a full Maintenance Team of 18 (electrical and mechanical) Technicians for all repairs, installations and day to day operations across 4 buildings and all shifts.
- Developed cost saving measures by designing efficient repair protocols/procedures so that downtime was minimized, repairs were completed efficiently with Safety never being compromised
- Helped reduce workplace injuries and 'near miss' incidents by developing/implementing safety procedures and physical guarding
- Senior Millwright Technician/Certified 2017-2018
- Millwright/Certified Welder 2014-2017
- Coordinated with outside vendors to order parts and supplies for timely repairs and installations
- Helped reduce costs of parts/supplies being ordered by leveraging pricing from vendors
- Reduced workplace injuries and 'near miss' incidents by developing and implementing safety procedures and physical guarding measures
- Developed cost-saving measures by designing efficient repair protocols/procedures so that downtime was minimized, repairs were completed efficiently with Safety never being compromised
- Monitored energy consumption patterns throughout the facility for cost-saving initiatives.
Education
High School Diploma
Certification in Welding - Mechanical Engineering
- Relevant Coursework
- Welding - AWS 6G Certification
Certification in Mechanical Engineering
- Relevant Coursework
- Certification in Hydraulics/Pneumatic design and repair
Certification in Electrical Engineering
- Relevant Coursework
- Certification in Industrial Electrical diagnosis and repair
Certification in Electrical Engineering
- Relevant Coursework
- Certification in NFPA 70E electrical
Skills
Pump servicing
Predictive maintenance
Total productive maintenance
CMMS
Maintenance planning
Maintenance scheduling
Fluid power systems
Equipment troubleshooting
Electrical troubleshooting
Mechanical troubleshooting
Machine repair
Equipment Repair
Pump maintenance
Mechanical skills
HVAC system maintenance
Ventilation systems
Field maintenance
Hydraulic systems
Automated systems support
Conveyor systems
Repair skills
Variable frequency drives
Equipment troubleshooting
Parts installation
Troubleshooting
Blueprint interpretation
Schematic reading
Troubleshooting
Safety protocols
Lockout and tagout procedures
Equipment repair
Preventive maintenance
Safety focus
Team leadership
Staff management
Performance evaluation
Task delegation
Shift scheduling
Project management
Electrical skills
Safety compliance
Troubleshooting expertise
Reporting and documentation
Diagnostics certification
Technical certifications
Technical proficiency
Hand and power tools
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Willing to learn
Mechanical aptitude
Mechanical repair
Robotics maintenance
Safety procedures
Parts replacement
Decision-making
Problem solving
Coaching and mentoring
Staff training
Project planning
Energy management
Collaborative skills
Shift scheduling
Project planning
Performance reviews
Staff training
Technical proficiency
Employee training
Certification
- AWS 6G Welding Certification
- Certificate in Industrial Electrical Engineering
- Certificate in Industrial Hydraulics/Pneumatics Diagnostic and Repair
Timeline
Maintenance Manager (OPS Leader)
Arconic
02.2026 - CurrentRead More
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Mars Wrigley
08.2025 - 02.2026Read More
Industrial Maintenance Technician / Supervisor
Cleveland Cliffs
09.2007 - 07.2025Read More
Praxis
Certification in Electrical Engineering
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Delta Paradigm
Certification in Electrical Engineering
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Delta Paradigm
Certification in Mechanical Engineering
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Northampton Community College
Certification in Welding from Mechanical Engineering
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Central Dauphin East High School
High School Diploma
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