Brady Middleton
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic and proactive Industrial Engineer and Army Logistics Officer with extensive experience in optimizing procedures and processes. Dedicated to delivering innovative and adaptable solutions to meet evolving project requirements. Successfully developed and implemented a comprehensive CAPA program, demonstrating exceptional skills in relationship building, policy development, and procedure optimization to drive organizational success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Process Engineer
Amtrak National Railroad
06.2021 - Current
- Spearheaded the change management function for all projects within the Mechanical Operations program, achieving a 35% reduction in unanticipated impacts on the organization and its technical operations.
- Directed comprehensive risk management processes, including risk identification, assessment, analysis, mitigation planning, and meticulous tracking of identified risks, reducing project risk exposure by 15%.
- Led collaborative efforts with a multi-disciplinary team of superintendents, general foremen, and clients to excel in identifying and assessing risk exposure.
- Designed and established a comprehensive Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) program to systematically identify, analyze, and mitigate operational risks, resulting in a 30% reduction in recurring issues and enhanced overall process efficiency.
Operations Project Manager
US Army-198th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion
08.2019 - Current
- Conducted thorough reviews of production work processes to proactively identify and address potential safety concerns, implementing corrective measures that enhanced vehicle and personnel readiness by 20% for a 120-member organization.
- Designed and implemented engineering solutions to ensure vehicles met stringent safety inspection standards, fully aligning with government regulatory compliance and reducing safety and material incidents by 28%.
- Expertly managed projects within tight timeframes and budget constraints by leveraging KPIs, root cause analysis, and strategic collaboration with senior leadership, consistently delivering on project goals.
- Provided decisive leadership and strategic guidance to cross-functional teams, ensuring rigorous management and control of inspection and mechanical service project schedules, resulting in improved operational efficiency and on-time project delivery.
Technical Operations Analyst
Abbott Laboratories
11.2019 - 05.2021
- Oversaw the planning, integration, and implementation of supply chain service programs and practices across multiple disciplines, ensuring optimal performance levels and efficient budget utilization.
- Developed standardized project controls and deliverables for the front-end project evaluation group, enabling systematic project selection and enhancing the overall effectiveness of the company’s project portfolio.
- Planned and forecasted labor hours for new processes and customers, successfully reducing labor hours by 15% and achieving cost savings of $180,000.
Education
Master of Science - Industrial Engineering
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL07.2023
Military Certification - Army Logistics-Transportation
Army Logistics University
Fort Lee, VA04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL05.2020
Skills
- Risk Management
- Change Management
- Project Planning and Integration
- Process Design & Improvement
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
- Stakeholder Management
- Data Analysis
- Transportation Management
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
Timeline
Senior Process Engineer
Amtrak National Railroad
06.2021 - Current
Technical Operations Analyst
Abbott Laboratories
11.2019 - 05.2021
Operations Project Manager
US Army-198th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion
08.2019 - Current
Master of Science - Industrial Engineering
University of Illinois At Chicago
Military Certification - Army Logistics-Transportation
Army Logistics University
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
University of Illinois At Chicago
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