Summary

Overview

Work History

Education

Skills

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Christopher Brooks

West Friendship,USA

Summary

Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Material Manager- Operations

IMPACT AUTOMATION

01.2023 - Current

Manager of Operations, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Receiving/Shipping and Quality
Implemented a design control release process for releasing of both documents and technical drawings
Managed multiple warehouse facilities and implemented procedures and policies to have more visibility of parts coming in and getting kitted for site installations
Part of team that presented critical audits to customers as well as conducted audits to key vendors
Eleven direct reports that spanned multiple groups

Automation Manager 1

MESO SCALE DIAGNOSTICS, LLC

01.2013 - 01.2023

Part of the leadership of 15 people for the Automation Group that designs, fabricates, test, and validates Automation Equipment utilized for internal use
Direct report of five team members (Engineers and Project Engineers)
Managed key projects with emphasis on purchasing, BoM creation and management, inventory control and kitting, timeline management, production problem solving, and documentation close out
Implemented a documentation approval system to ensure highest quality
Implemented and maintained an inventory system to reduce loss and misplace parts
Worked to improve vendor relations and bring in new vendors to reduce lead time and project cost
Participated in Design Reviews for new system designs and upgrades

Mechanical Engineer II

MESO SCALE DIAGNOSTICS, LLC

01.2013 - 01.2023

Responsible for mechanical design, testing, and documentation on multiple Instrumentation projects
Facilitator for Design Control on Instrumentation Engineering
Lead for weekly status meetings on documentation and change control
Well versed in MasterControl, JDE, SolidWorks and PDM
Created and established relationships with vendors for on-time delivery and high quality
Administrator for SolidWorks platform used by Engineering Group
Key person on implementation of SolidWorks Inspection into Quality Control

Mechanical Engineer I

MESO SCALE DIAGNOSTICS, LLC

01.2013 - 01.2023

Gatekeeper of Bill of Materials for new projects in Instrumentation Group
Facilitator for Design Control on Instrumentation Engineering
Project lead for obtaining quotes and creating orders for all parts required for pre-production systems
Primary liaison between Engineering and Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Document Control

Configuration Specialist - Instrumentation

MESO SCALE DIAGNOSTICS, LLC

01.2013 - 01.2023

Manage the implementation of all Instrumentation Production Changes
Communicated directly with multiple groups within company for resolving concerns with change orders
Maintained expected timelines on implementation of change orders
Well versed in JDE, MasterControl, and SharePoint

Project / Program Manager

ENGINEERED SYSTEMS & PRODUCTS

01.2005 - 01.2012

Program and Project lead for all USPS Postal Programs including AI and FSS programs for approximately $40 million dollars of revenue
Responsible for Proposal Generation and Negotiations, defining of Scope of Supply, Purchasing, Material Control, Documentation Control, Manufacturing, Project Scheduling, Quality, and Shipping
Implemented World Class Manufacturing for long term programs
Established relationships with key vendors for on-time delivery, maintain program pricing, and highest quality
40 – 60 direct reports
Startup of and maintained ISO certification

ISE Configuration Support

NORTHROP GRUMMAN

01.2004 - 01.2005

Assist with the development of the BOM and product structuring with Engineering
Establish and maintain relationships with parts vendors on supplied technical documentation for new parts requests
Data input and ISE coordination for Postal Programs (AI and FSS)

Field Support Supervisor

VARIAN INC.

01.2003

Managed day-to-day activities for the Midwest support operations (twelve Field Engineers) including installations, repairs, and training
Generation of repair and upgrade proposals based on the customer’s requests and needs
Marketed and promoted service contracts to the customer
Preparation of yearly budget for the group
Maintained sales support for room/system configuration, utilities requirements, maintaining scheduling, and continued high customer satisfaction

Project Engineering Manager

OXFORD INSTRUMENTS

01.1999 - 01.2002

Reported directly to the President of the Process Systems Division of Oxford Instruments
Responsibilities included review of configuration and RFQ’s, preparation of proposals, engineering customization for customer’s requirements, generation and standardization of bills of materials, documentation, and technical support to Manufacturing and Engineering
Project scheduling, financial, and technical support to all departments including Manufacturing, Engineering, Field Support, and Documentation Control
Implementation of 3-D modeling engineering package (SolidWorks) into project engineering to reduce manufacturing lead times and increase productivity
This included development of part numbering system and assembly structuring
Coordinated technical change orders between customer and manufacturing / engineering teams
Main communication link to customer on revised pricing, delivery times, and scope of supply
Supervised eight Customer Service and Engineering personnel in the United States and England
This included evaluation of individual performance and team building

Project Manager

OXFORD INSTRUMENTS

01.1999 - 01.2002

Selected as one of over two hundred former Auburn International employees for employment in the United Kingdom on relocation and startup of the on-line instrumentation product line
Responsible for worldwide effective project management including budget, scheduling, bidding review, proposal generation, application and technical analysis
Also worked on installation and start up assistance which resulted in eliminating delays and difficulties in engineering, manufacturing and commissioning
Initiated and maintained communications between Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, Field Support, and the customer to ensure 100% project success
Provided technical assistance pre and post sales including customer site visits
Direct international exposure with the Europe and Asia marketplace

Project Manager

AUBURN INTERNATIONAL

01.1987 - 01.1999

Managed yearly revenue of $4,000,000 in on-line NMR and Mass Flow process control equipment projects from sales conception to installation at customers’ plant facility
Responsible for worldwide project management, which included budgeting, scheduling, bidding review, proposal generation, application and technical analysis, installation, and start up assistance
Generated detailed scope of supply for each project
Assisted in the cost research, pricing structures, and delivery time estimates for project specifics
Revised project updates to reflect customers’ engineering changes to maximize project profit margins

Field Services Manager

AUBURN INTERNATIONAL

01.1987 - 01.1999

Established all worldwide field support for the Magneflow and Correflow product lines
Directed day-to-day dispatching and scheduling of field service engineers coordinating with the field service administrator
Developed and implemented extensive service contract program and billing policies
Managed all documentation and support to satellite offices in Belgium, Korea, and Houston TX, including hiring of field service personnel
Developed, implemented, and directed hands-on customer training at headquarter facilities (Danvers, MA) for all Magneflow products
Identified problem accounts and determined action plan to resolve outstanding issues
Coordinated field modifications and upgrades to existing systems in the field

Field Engineer

AUBURN INTERNATIONAL

01.1987 - 01.1999

Completed installation and troubleshooting on complex instrumentation and sampling devices including mechanical, electrical, communications, and computer systems
Developed and implemented training and maintenance programs at the customer plant facilities

Electronic Technician

VARIAN ASSOCIATES

01.1986 - 01.1987

Electronic Shop Technician

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE

01.1982 - 01.1986

Education

Project Management Certificate Program -

Boston University

Boston, MA

01.1999

Engineering Program Studies -

North Shore Community College

Lynn, MA

01.1991

General Studies -

University of North Dakota

Grand Forks, ND

01.1986

Skills

High Detail Orientation
Effective Team Collaboration

Creation and Oversight of Programs
Effective Problem Resolution

01.1982 - 01.1986

Engineering Program Studies -

North Shore Community College

General Studies -

University of North Dakota

Project Management Certificate Program -

Boston University

Summary

Overview

Work History

Material Manager- Operations

Automation Manager 1

Mechanical Engineer II

Mechanical Engineer I

Configuration Specialist - Instrumentation

Project / Program Manager

ISE Configuration Support

Field Support Supervisor

Project Engineering Manager

Project Manager

Project Manager

Field Services Manager

Field Engineer

Electronic Technician

Electronic Shop Technician

Education

Project Management Certificate Program -

Engineering Program Studies -

General Studies -

Skills

Timeline

Material Manager- Operations

Automation Manager 1

Mechanical Engineer II

Mechanical Engineer I

Configuration Specialist - Instrumentation

Project / Program Manager

ISE Configuration Support

Field Support Supervisor

Project Engineering Manager

Project Manager

Project Manager

Field Services Manager

Field Engineer

Electronic Technician

Electronic Shop Technician

Engineering Program Studies -

General Studies -

Project Management Certificate Program -

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