Well-qualified Engineering Specialist skilled at over seeing systems. Veteran with a strong history of experiences involving Process manufacturing, maintenance management, maintenance repair, quality assurance, and complex overhaul and planning.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineering Specialist, Shift Engineer
MERCK & Co Inc
Elkton, VA
01.2019 - Current
Provide engineering and technical support for in-line process manufacturing in the Primaxin Bulk Sterile Facility
Coordinated operations and process related activities for personnel, equipment, and facilities within the Sterile cGMP processing area
Manage, mentor, and collaborate with Maintenance Technicians and Production Operators
Execute change controls, quality notifications, validation protocols, and recommend and implement corrective and preventative actions
Conducts analyses or current processes and equipment and makes recommendations to remediate process related issues to prepare the facility for PPQ
Monitor and support autoclaves, filter dryers, parts washers, CIP skids, and process utilities
Technical Observer and Contributor in real time deviation investigations; responsible for writing first responder forms and performing initial risk assessment and product quality impact
Writes, edits, and reviews SOP’s on an as needed basis
Utilizes SAP and for data integration and tracking process work-orders and calibration
Utilizes DeltaV for process controls
Utilizes BAS for safety measurement controls
Provides support for the Shift Operations Manager and Operations team in producing API product
Utilizes working knowledge of 21 CFR parts 11, 210, 211, and 820
Perform inspections on mechanical components of ships or submarines construction/overhaul
Inspection of arrival condition, in-process, and final product
Observe the testing operations of components
Ensure all requirements of drawings and procedures are met for the specific mechanical inspection process
Assist with Quality Improvement Activities
Hydraulic Elevator Technician
USS Abraham Lincoln CVN72
Newport News, VA
09.2012 - 06.2017
Perform preventive maintenance emergency repairs on Weapons Cargo Elevators
Maintain extensive knowledge of hydraulic cylinder, solenoids, pumps, valves, and oils
Troubleshoot and restore equipment and systems to working condition
Ensure material readiness valued at over $10M for all assigned equipment
Dry Dock Supervisor
Trident Refit Facility
Kingsland, GA
09.2009 - 09.2012
Supervised a division of 18 personnel in performing maintenance and daily operations of Trident Refit Facility Dry Dock, Steel/Concrete caisson and all associated equipment
Preformed 8 flawless docking and undocking evolutions as Pump Station Supervisor for Trident Submarines
Steam Turbine Technician/Main Propulsion
USS Austin LPD 4 / USS Nashville LPD 13
Norfolk, VA
08.2005 - 09.2009
Maintain marine propulsion engines and auxiliary equipment in working condition
Performed valve maintenance and repaired hydraulic and pneumatic valves
Conducts technical support for all ships, submarines, aircraft carriers, and marine crafts
Outside Machinist
Southeast Regional Maintenance Center
Mayport, FL
06.2002 - 08.2005
Conducted repairs to bridge windows utilizing JLG man hoist, drills tap, engine running boards, pump repair overhaul and bench testing
Hydro static tested 4,000 flexible hoses in accordance with the joint fleet maintenance manual and NSTM -TED-10 adhering to the strictest quality assurance and work package tracking completed 4,000 maintenance actions resulting in zero rework
As a quality assurance inspector, I upheld accountability, formality, and professionalism during 200 boat davit weight test, flexible hydro static test, 50 nondestructive testing (NDT), including valves pumps and pipe welding repairs resulting in prompt work completion, package close out and assets returned to the fleet
Education
MM/BT (A) School -
Great Lakes
Great Lakes, IL
09-1997
Boiler Water/Feed water -
Fleet Training Center
Norfolk, Va
EPA Air Conditioning and Refrigeration -
Fleet Training Center
Norfolk, Va
Automatic Boiler Controls Console Operator -
Fleet Training Center
Norfolk, Va
NAMTS Outside Machinist -
Southeast Regional Maintenance Center
Mayport, Fl
NAMTS Hydraulics Repair Technician -
Fleet Training Center
Great Lakes, IL
Refrigeration and Air Conditioning System Technician -