Jeff Ward
Hagerstown,MD
Summary
Seasoned manufacturing operations engineer with 15 years of experience in process improvement, and equipment design and fabrication. Works well in cross-functional team environments to find the most efficient solution for any problem. Proficient in 2D and 3D mechanical design applications
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Engineer
Volvo Group Trucks Operations
Hagerstown, MD
08.2023 - Current
- Responsible for continuously evaluating internal material handling flows, layout, and equipment to support business objectives
- Created Engineering drawings for equipment designs to support efficient supply chain operation
- Supported Operations and cross-functional teams with solutions for equipment and manpower utilization and cost benefit analysis
Layout Engineer - Industrial Projects & Planning
Volvo Group Trucks Operations
Hagerstown, MD
10.2017 - 08.2023
- Responsible for site layout for machining and assembly operations
- Provided layout solutions for industrial and product project implementations
- Conducted investigations to determine future business feasibility and its potential impact to manufacturing site
- Supported and lead projects for manufacturing localization to support group objectives
Design Engineer / Consultant
Highland Building Services
Greencastle, PA
12.2013 - 06.2021
- Created 2D and 3D designs for customer approval for commercial and residential construction projects
- Created engineering drawings for various construction permits and HOA approval
Logistics Development Engineer
Volvo Group Trucks Operations
Hagerstown, MD
12.2013 - 10.2017
- Responsible for design and approval of material handling equipment
- Designed and implemented layout solutions for material handling operations
- Collaborated with other engineering groups to determine most cost-effective layout scenarios for future product manufacturing
Manufacturing Engineer
Volvo Group Trucks Operations
Hagerstown, MD
10.2008 - 12.2013
- Responsible for manufacturing production area process, tooling, and work balancing
- Continuously evaluated work processes for proper ergonomic conditions
- Led lean manufacturing training sessions for shop floor personnel
- Responsible for manufacturing area layout
Order Selector
Staples
Hagerstown, MD
05.2006 - 03.2008
- Selected orders in a high-volume distribution center
- Licensed on multiple powered industrial trucks
- Picked over 7.000 orders with no missed-picks
Inventory Control Team Lead
Home Depot
Hagerstown, MD
10.2004 - 04.2006
- Managed warehouse inventory control and replenishment systems in a high-volume warehouse
- Led warehouse re-zoning activities to improve inventory accuracy
- Continuously improved process to reduce cycle count lead time
Customer Service & Sales Representative
Citicorp Credit Services
Hagerstown, MD
07.2003 - 09.2004
- Supported credit card customers with account queries and issue resolution
- Sold credit service products to account holders
- Received team sales award in 2 quarters and "call of the month" award on 2 occasions
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Hagerstown Community College
Hagerstown, MD05.2008
Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- 2D and 3D Engineering Design
- Lean Manufacturing
- Tooling and Fixture Design
- Root Cause Analysis
- Time Study
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Process Improvement
- KPI reporting
Timeline
Logistics Engineer
Volvo Group Trucks Operations
08.2023 - Current
Layout Engineer - Industrial Projects & Planning
Volvo Group Trucks Operations
10.2017 - 08.2023
Design Engineer / Consultant
Highland Building Services
12.2013 - 06.2021
Logistics Development Engineer
Volvo Group Trucks Operations
12.2013 - 10.2017
Manufacturing Engineer
Volvo Group Trucks Operations
10.2008 - 12.2013
Order Selector
Staples
05.2006 - 03.2008
Inventory Control Team Lead
Home Depot
10.2004 - 04.2006
Customer Service & Sales Representative
Citicorp Credit Services
07.2003 - 09.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Hagerstown Community College