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Daniel Gutterman

Delmar

Summary

Dynamic On-Site Engineer at Edwards Vacuum with expertise in PLC programming and preventive maintenance. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and delivering impactful training. Strong leadership and communication skills foster collaboration, driving successful diagnostics and system optimizations. Committed to safety and quality, ensuring optimal performance in high-stakes environments.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

On-Site Engineer

Edwards Vacuum
Albany
03.2023 - Current
  • Implemented preventive maintenance on abatements, reducing gas usage in chip manufacturing techniques.
  • Coordinated diagnostics of system faults on abatements and vacuum pumps to ensure optimal performance.
  • Delivered hands-on training sessions to AMAT Meta employees to enhance skill sets.
  • Executed HMI and PLC programming for the majority of abatements.
  • Collaborated with customers to establish a remote system for identifying issues before unscheduled downtime.

Chemical Operator

SABIC Innovative Plastics
Selkirk
02.2017 - 05.2022
  • During my period at Sabic I completed all the necessary SOP's to become a certified chemical operator.
  • Performed lock out tag out procedures to ensure safe operation of daily tasks.
  • Sabic brought me into the safety culture, from lock out tag out procedures to material safety data sheets.
  • I also was a volunteer firefighter in scene and was instrumental in preventing a major release event during my time on site.
  • Sabic also trained me on the inventory control systems we all know and love as SAP.
  • It was my duty to take extra courses know at the time as 'SAP guru' training to help the other employees on site with role designation, sign on and how to make inventory movements.

Automotive Technician/Mechanic

BMW OF SOUTH ALBANY
Glenmont
09.2000 - 02.2017
  • During this time, I was a flat rate technician and completed the highest level of certification in Volkswagen as well as level three BMW training.
  • My first advancement opportunity came in the form or shop dispatch where I was responsible to delegate work to 15 employees which would later turn into the shop foreman role.
  • Also served as an assistant service manager for approximately 2 years during a transition period of the dealership.
  • As assistant service manager I was responsible for entering warranty claims, contacting customers to address necessary repairs, providing accurate time and price estimates.
  • Other duties included matching certain job necessities with technician skill sets to ensure that the jobs would be released not only in a timely manner but thoroughly repaired and quality control checked.

Automotive Technician

Goldstein Buick
Albany
05.1998 - 09.2000
  • Automotive intern during the two-year study program at Hudson Valley then turned full line technician upon graduation.
  • Perform various maintenance responsibilities as well as warranty and customer pay repairs.

Education

Associate's degree - Automotive Technology

Hudson Valley Community College
Troy, NY
05.2000

High School Diploma -

Bethlehem Central High School
Delmar, NY
05-1997

Skills

  • Suspension and brake repair
  • Automotive diagnostics and repair
  • Preventive maintenance and quality control
  • Electrical and mechanical knowledge
  • Tire service and vehicle maintenance
  • Diesel engine and transmission repair
  • Facilities and inventory management
  • Microsoft Office and SAP proficiency
  • PLC and HMI programming skills
  • Team leadership and effective communication

Timeline

On-Site Engineer

Edwards Vacuum
03.2023 - Current

Chemical Operator

SABIC Innovative Plastics
02.2017 - 05.2022

Automotive Technician/Mechanic

BMW OF SOUTH ALBANY
09.2000 - 02.2017

Automotive Technician

Goldstein Buick
05.1998 - 09.2000

Associate's degree - Automotive Technology

Hudson Valley Community College

High School Diploma -

Bethlehem Central High School
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