CHAD JACOBUS
Easton,PA
Summary
Plant Manager with a track record of optimizing production efficiency and ensuring safety compliance. Skilled in implementing waste reduction strategies and enhancing product quality. Expertise in inventory management and team leadership, with a focus on cost control and operational efficiency.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Plant Manager
Hine Hydraulics
Quakertown, Pennsylvania
01.2023 - Current
- Managed daily operations of hydraulic manufacturing facility to enhance workflow efficiency and production reliability.
- Oversaw production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of quality products to fulfill customer expectations.
- Led cross-functional teams to promptly identify and resolve operational issues.
- Monitored performance metrics to optimize throughput, quality, cost, and safety standards.
- Implemented safety protocols, significantly enhancing employee well-being and regulatory compliance.
- Trained staff on operational procedures to promote adherence to best practices.
- Conducted quality control inspections to maintain product standards and reduce defects.
- Developed inventory management strategies for raw materials, minimizing waste and maximizing resource utilization.
Lead Mechanical Technician
Elite Line Services / Amazon ABE4
Easton, Pennsylvania
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Supervised maintenance and repair of mechanical systems, ensuring optimal functionality and minimizing downtime.
- Developed and implemented preventive maintenance schedules for machinery, improving reliability and reducing unexpected failures.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues effectively.
- Conducted inspections of mechanical systems to identify potential malfunctions.
- Trained junior technicians on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Managed inventory of spare parts and supplies, streamlining availability to support uninterrupted operations.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs, labor, and parts utilized during maintenance tasks.
Production Technician
Essroc Italcementi / Lehigh Cement
Nazareth, Pennsylvania
10.2011 - 01.2020
- Read blueprints, schematics, PLCs, and VFDs for diverse equipment in cement production.
- Troubleshot, repaired, and maintained electrical and mechanical equipment to ensure reliability across various industries.
- Executed lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures for safe maintenance of complex systems.
- Supported mechanical repairs through welding, rigging, and related tasks.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify issues and maintain optimal equipment performance.
- Trained new technicians on equipment operation and safety protocols to ensure compliance and safety.
- Prioritized safety by adhering to PPE protocols and MSHA regulations.
- Led teams during critical situations to enhance collaboration and effectiveness.
Electrician
IBEW Local #375
Allentown, Pennsylvania
01.2004 - 08.2011
- Executed electrical installations in residential and commercial buildings, ensuring regulatory compliance and safe operation.
- Installed conduits, circuit breakers, and motors, ensuring all work met applicable codes.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical diagrams to guide precise installation of wiring systems.
- Performed maintenance and repairs on electrical equipment to enhance performance and ensure safety standards.
- Diagnosed electrical issues using test equipment, implementing effective solutions promptly.
- Utilized hand and power tools for efficient installation of electrical components and systems.
- Conducted safety inspections to identify hazards and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex electrical problems, improving resolution times and minimizing downtime.
Education
Electrical Theory Courses
Allentown, PA
Allentown, PA06-2009
High School Diploma - Allentown, PA
Louis E. Dieruff High School
Allentown, PA01.1997
Skills
- Electrical installations and circuitry
- Conduit bending and branch circuit wiring
- Equipment placement and maintenance
- Blueprint reading and schematics
- Troubleshooting and problem solving
- Preventative maintenance strategies
- Power distribution systems management
- Lighting systems installation
- Drives, switches, and sensors
- Rigging and welding techniques
- Safety compliance and PPE protocols
- Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
- Team leadership and mentoring
- Operational auditing and compliance
- Production scheduling and planning
- Inventory management and logistics coordination
- Process optimization and efficiency enhancement
- Performance monitoring and improvements
- Cross-functional collaboration and communication
- Conflict resolution and decision making
- Facilities maintenance and management
- Environmental compliance and sustainability practices
- Cost control strategies and reporting
- Project management and coordination
- ISO standards adherence
Certification
Certificate of completion: Applied Motion Technologies. Three week, in-person, hands on, industrial hydraulics training program.
Timeline
Plant Manager
Hine Hydraulics
01.2023 - Current
Lead Mechanical Technician
Elite Line Services / Amazon ABE4
01.2020 - 12.2022
Production Technician
Essroc Italcementi / Lehigh Cement
10.2011 - 01.2020
Electrician
IBEW Local #375
01.2004 - 08.2011
Electrical Theory Courses
Allentown, PA
High School Diploma - Allentown, PA
Louis E. Dieruff High School