Cody Barnes
Kokomo,IN
Summary
Industrial Electrical & Controls Leader with 15+ years of experience in PLC systems, automation, industrial power distribution, and wastewater processing environments. Extensive background in control panel design/build, troubleshooting complex electrical systems, and leading multi-site technical teams. Proven ability to modernize legacy systems, support R&D initiatives, and deliver high-reliability automation solutions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager – Electrical & Controls
Merrell Bros Inc.
Kokomo
01.2021 - 01.2026
- Led electrical and controls operations across manufacturing, R&D, and field installations.
- Designed and built extensive PLC control cabinets from schematics through commissioning.
- Reverse-engineered and recreated electrical prints where documentation was unavailable.
- Serviced and troubleshot industrial centrifuges, dewatering belt presses, and wastewater systems.
- Supported design and implementation of 374 Water systems, double drum drying technology, foam fractionation, and green drying/bagging systems.
- Installed and commissioned plasma tables, shears, rollers, presses, air purification systems, generators, and ATS units.
- Maintained pumps, grinders, conveyors, compressors, pneumatic systems, and control networks.
- Provided remote troubleshooting support nationwide.
- Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
Electrical Foreman – Telecom Infrastructure
Peak Power Services
Tipton
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Led retrofitting of battery backup and control systems on hundreds of cellular tower sites.
- Upgraded infrastructure to support 5G demand nationwide.
Electrical Lead / Automation Team
Beck's Hybrids
El Paso, IL
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Built PLC control panels and wrote/read electrical schematics.
- Installed and upgraded 3-phase motors and plant automation systems.
- Calibrated load cells and maintained treater systems.
- Managed industrial control communications across dozens of Midwest sites.
- Supervised electrical and maintenance teams in El Paso, IL.
- Contributed to commissioning of newly constructed grain tower facility.
Operator
Hoosier Sign Guy
Cicero
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Designed, fabricated, and installed commercial signage systems.
- Managed structural fabrication, vehicle graphics, and branded apparel production.
- Trained new operators on machinery use and safety procedures, fostering a culture of safety and competency.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment, minimizing downtime and enhancing operational reliability.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
ABC Electrical Training Program
Vincennes, INSkills
- Ladder Logic & Electrical Schematics
- Process improvements
- Delegation
- 480V / 3-Phase Power Systems
- Industrial Automation & Controls
- Industrial Networking & Remote Diagnostics
- NEC Compliance
- Welding & Fabrication (Certified)
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Operations management
- Customer service
Certification
MSHA Certified
CPR Certified
First Aid Certified
Timeline
Operations Manager – Electrical & Controls
Merrell Bros Inc.
01.2021 - 01.2026
Electrical Foreman – Telecom Infrastructure
Peak Power Services
01.2017 - 01.2019
Electrical Lead / Automation Team
Beck's Hybrids
01.2012 - 01.2017
Operator
Hoosier Sign Guy
01.2009 - 01.2012
Associate of Applied Science -
ABC Electrical Training Program