Forward-thinking Process Specialist with 20 years of experience in Manufacturing Process Systems. Known for being a team player, and effective multitasking and detail-oriented and dependable.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Process Engineer
G.C. Solutions
01.2022 - 08.2023
Worked closely with contractors and vendors, inspecting completed work and other ongoing efforts to confirm accuracy and adherence to customers expectations.
Helped clients determine efficiency breakdowns in their manufacturing process, by assessing their needs from a facilities level analysis.
Provided consulting for special projects and upgrades, and advised other project managers of potential issues.
Helped clients with contingency plans in case lead times were not met.
Helped customer in the following technical capacity...
Visited client sites to troubleshoot issues and provide one-on-one training.
Conducted evaluations of equipment and machinery to verify optimal performance and efficiency.
Led root cause analyses to identify and address problems in industrial production.
Provided technical assistance to supervisors and production team members when issues arose.
Reviewed processes, identifying areas requiring improvement.
Helped clients to determine electrical power needs, and load values for existing, and proposed equipment.
Helped clients to assess boiler capacity, and steam needs, and advised customer as to other heating sources (not a boiler)
Specified and sized chillers, and tank sets for cooling different products.
Worked with clients to optimize piping layouts, based on the equipment being utilized and the available line size.
Offered to clients the latest technology in process pumps, high shear mixing, and process instrumentation.
Provided clients with validation assistance for manufacturing changes.
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Collaborated with colleagues and support staff to maximize efficiency and profit.
Networked with clients and customers, and other professionals to expand business opportunities.
Listened to clients concerns, and helped them determine the root causes of their process issues, and then provided creative solutions to meet their goals.
Set goals that helped the company expand it's geographical reach.
Maintained CRM, and audited the data.
Regional Manager
F&H Food Equipment Co.
02.2018 - 01.2022
Established and maintained operational standards for the Mid-South Region
Proficient in IBM Power Systems ( a+, as400 )
Executed reports in as400, and used that data to focus company efforts and resources.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Maintained a warehouse with critical items for customer emergencies (and for VMI).
Secured MRO business at 3 factories in west TN and northeast AR, by implementing VMI at those locations.
Grew market share by providing a higher level of service than the competition.
Facilitated fabrication and install projects for F&H MechTech Division
Helped implement vendor-side SAP with Kraft Foods N.A.
Met with clients in person, and deepened relationships with them, and vendors to strengthen collaborative efforts and promote mutual profitability.
Introduced cost-saving opportunities to help customers improve efficiency and increase production.
Helped an Ice Cream producer in Covington save 114K over 2 years by rebuilding ice cream freezer pumps instead of purchasing new.
Performed service on Plate Heat Exchangers for Krafts Foods N.A.
Always mindful of deadlines, and time-lines for projects, and other requests.
Increased sales in East TN and northeast AR
Soldier
US Marine Corps
08.1993 - 01.2000
Trained in infantry tactics, weapons and medical procedures for well-rounded field support.
Assembled, disassembled and maintained various weapons for operational readiness.
Upheld code of conduct and maintained professionalism in stressful situations.
Performed as Squad Leader during situational training exercises and infantry battle drills.
Worked weekends and long hours in order to accomplish the mission.
Trained in I-Level aviation electronics. FLIR (forward looking infrared), Navigation, Communication and Targeting Systems.
While serving in the Second Marine Air-Wing, performed maintenance for the AV8B Harrier (vertical take-off attack fighter) F-18 Hornet, and F-18 Super Hornet (Beaufort SC)
Coached and mentored subordinates for motivated, high-performing teams.