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Blaine Gilbert

Mackinaw,USA

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Wits Solutions Inc, enhancing software release effectiveness by 28%. Skilled in project management and strategic planning, excelling in optimizing workflows and leading teams. A licensed Illinois State Plumber, I bring strong problem-solving abilities and a commitment to operational excellence in multiple work environments.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner

Blaine Gilbert Plumbing
Mackinaw, IL
03.2014 - Current
  • Provided design, build, remodel & servicing for residential, commercial & industrial applications
  • Commercial service work included: water heaters, valve installations, flush valves, softener systems, etc.
  • Industrial Projects included: Steam Boilers, Chillers, Full Water Systems, Full Sewer Systems, etc.
  • Residential serviced both new & remodels installations graded for residential use
  • Managed all accounting and procurement operations

Owner – Strength and Conditioning Consultant

Xplicit Training
Mackinaw, IL
04.2009 - 06.2023
  • Designed and Implemented strength and conditioning programs for motocross and high school athletes
  • Designed and Implemented “Men’s Core Strength Class” at State Farm Corporate South

Software Release Manager (IT Analyst 3) – Cat GIS (Mach 1)

Wits Solutions Inc
Cleveland, OH
05.2012 - 05.2014
  • Manage software releases from blueprint to go live
  • Manage, prioritize and assist 7 dedicated developers on a weekly basis
  • Conducted release assessment meetings to optimize release process and improve workflow
  • Improved software release on time metrics from 61% to 86% in less than 12 months
  • Improved software release defect metrics from 68% to 96% effectiveness in less than 12 months
  • Manage change process, including SOX requirements, training and go live communications

Project Management Consultant – Cat Electronics (PMO Office)

Alipro USA, LLC
Peoria, IL
09.2011 - 12.2011
  • Monitored Critical Path of Projects ensuring deliverables were on-time and on budget
  • Facilitate planning meetings for testing and development projects focused on work based structure
  • Conducted weekly project control meetings and communicated overall project health using burn rate analysis and other applicable metrics and analytics to leadership
  • Collaborated with lead engineers and their teams to identify opportunities to maximize the efficiency of control meetings

Project Implementation Consultant

Alipro - Cat Logistics (Transportation)
Morton, Illinois
10.2010 - 05.2011
  • Organized meetings to determine viability related to the SP20 standard usage and identified critical changes CDS N.A. Inbound Transportation.
  • Developed a master equipment data base for trailers which tracked descriptions, weight and volume, for TM load planning
  • Updated Business Requirements Document for CDS N.A. Inbound Transportation
  • Created Load Planner, Carrier and Supplier workflows for CDS N.A. Inbound Transportation
  • Created Business Rules based on workflows for CDS N.A. Inbound Transportation
  • Participated in the design of supplier training and roll out for CDS N.A. Inbound Transportation
  • Knowledge of FOM (Freight Order Management)

Project Management Consultant – PPG Project Management Office
04.2008 - 04.2009
  • Verified proper resource allocation by monitoring resource demands to ensure accurate forecasting
  • Monitored project health ensuring tasks were appropriately resource and milestones were met
  • Facilitated planning meetings for planning and development projects focused onthe proper layout of Work Based Structure and Resource Allocation
  • Maintained over 22 Machine Testing Projects using Primavera for multiple business units (LTTT, MTTT, STTT, MG, MWL, SWL, LTTL & PL)
  • Conducted weekly project control meetings and communicated the health of projects to leadership
  • Identified efficiencies in providing project updates reducing the amount of required meetings and allowing meetings to focus on addressing gaps or issues with projects

Assistant Traffic Manager

Federal Logistics, LLC
East Peoria, IL
04.2007 - 04.2008
  • Created contingency routing rules for common changes to shipping lanes
  • Created dock usage pattern with warehouse manager to ensure timely loading and unloading of products
  • Worked with Traffic Manager to create Hub and Spoke routing system to reduce deadhead and maximize labor
  • Created freight consolidation patterns to maximize trailer volume and profitability
  • Implemented call before delivery practice to allow customers visibility
  • Implemented customer surveys to determine customer needs and created solutions specific to each customer’s needs
  • Assisted upper management with fiscal budget planning and Owner Operator Selection
  • Reviewed shipping agreements to verify legal and financial requirements are being met
  • Assisted safety and maintenance department to ensure legal and safe transport of goods

Consultant

Functional Fitness Solutions, Inc
Mackinaw, IL
02.2006 - 03.2007
  • Spoke to groups ranging from 10 – 100 individuals on the aspects of health and fitness
  • Consulted businesses on strategies to improve the health and wellness of their employees

Plumber/Foreman

G.A. Rich & Sons, Inc
Deer Creek, IL
06.1997 - 02.2006
  • Maximized team labor costs by identifying better work flow processes
  • Compiled information from project blueprints and other documents to ensure the proper materials were supplied and proper inventory was maintained
  • Gained the ability to operate and work around heavy machinery in a production setting
  • Installed and repaired water and sewer main/plant piping, and chemical feeds

Foreman/Machinist

Deer Creek Flange Pipe
Deer Creek, IL
06.1995 - 02.2006
  • Conducted activities such as receiving, tracking and filling customer orders
  • Created customer service standards and relationships with customer base as a whole
  • Monitored product and raw material inventory to ensure final product completion
  • Identified more effective workflow procedures to minimize labor and speed up production
  • Managed product fabrication from start to finish
  • Trained employees on work processes and customer needs

Education

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Business Management

Western Illinois University
01.2003

Skills

  • Microsoft Office applications
    Lotus Notes capabilities
    PeopleSoft familiarity
  • Primavera software
  • Six Sigma Yellow Belt
  • Licensed Illinois State Plumber
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Project management
  • Team leadership
  • Workflow optimization
  • Strategic planning
  • Hiring and staffing
  • Profit and loss analysis
  • Operations management

Affiliations

I am very interested in optimal human performance. Whether that be physical, emotional, intellectual or social. This interest draws me towards coaching and mentoring people, especially youth.

Other interests include DIY projects on my house and designing and building prototypes for tools and gym equipment.

Certification

  • Licensed Illinois State Plumber

Accomplishments

  • Recreation Basketball Director - 4 years
  • Dee-Mack Jr. High 7th Grade Basketball Coach - 1 year
  • 14 year youth strength coach
  • Started 3 businesses from the ground up

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Owner

Blaine Gilbert Plumbing
03.2014 - Current

Software Release Manager (IT Analyst 3) – Cat GIS (Mach 1)

Wits Solutions Inc
05.2012 - 05.2014

Project Management Consultant – Cat Electronics (PMO Office)

Alipro USA, LLC
09.2011 - 12.2011

Project Implementation Consultant

Alipro - Cat Logistics (Transportation)
10.2010 - 05.2011

Owner – Strength and Conditioning Consultant

Xplicit Training
04.2009 - 06.2023

Project Management Consultant – PPG Project Management Office
04.2008 - 04.2009

Assistant Traffic Manager

Federal Logistics, LLC
04.2007 - 04.2008

Consultant

Functional Fitness Solutions, Inc
02.2006 - 03.2007

Plumber/Foreman

G.A. Rich & Sons, Inc
06.1997 - 02.2006

Foreman/Machinist

Deer Creek Flange Pipe
06.1995 - 02.2006

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology, Business Management

Western Illinois University

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