Summary
Richard Shonkwiler is a seasoned Maintenance Manager and industrial electrician with 30+ years in manufacturing, automation, and electrical infrastructure, currently leading maintenance at SCHÜTZ Container Systems. He has a proven record of directing teams and vendors to achieve 100% uptime for mission-critical systems while ensuring compliance with OSHA, IDEM, EPA, and NFPA standards. Skilled in C/C++ logic programming for microprocessors, he has automated machinery, engineered new production lines, and upgraded networks to integrate HMIs and PCs for smarter operations. His background includes specialized work maintaining life-support electrical systems at the Indianapolis Zoo and mentoring junior technicians, reflecting a blend of precision and people leadership. Known for specifying high-efficiency capital equipment and preventative maintenance strategies, he consistently reduces downtime and improves production quality. Based in Greenwood, Indiana, he brings pragmatic, hands-on expertise that bridges electrical trades and industrial control programming.
9 years of coding experience
6 years of employment as a software developer
Greenwood Community High School