Word, Ecel, Power Point, Autocad, Fusion 360, SolidWorks, Ladder Logic, G-Code CNC programming, Robot Simulation RoboDK, KRoset
JOE SCHWINDT
Corvallis,OR
Summary
This candidate has a proven track record of exceeding profitability goals, turning around underperforming units, and driving increased revenues and market share. This candidate is a cutting-edge visionary leader with over 25 years of experience in strategic planning, market development, new service initiatives, business operations, and fiscal management. Expertise lies in organizational management, business development process, performance improvement, program and project leadership, including training and development. The candidate excels at developing and implementing standard practices and procedures to improve efficiency, productivity, and business processes toward achieving organizational goals. As an overseer of all aspects of operations set the overall direction in systems engineering, administration, logistics, maintenance, human resources, and finance.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Applications/Automation Engineer/Business Development/Design
AOP Technologies
09.2021 - 08.2024
- Collaborated and supported three sales personnel from a technical and applications standpoint providing technical expertise, designing and implementing complex test fixtures and systems to demonstrate how the customer would deploy these technologies in a real-world situation
- Plan execute and present experiments and data while interpreting it to support/dispute product technical performance claims
- Test machines, design robot systems, prepare documentation, and train other employees on their creations' functions
- Including gage R & R testing and design support equipment for testing
Sr. Applications/Automation Engineer/Business Development
Kaman Automation
09.2019 - 09.2021
- Oversee quality system implementation and daily operations
- Plan execute and present experiments and data while interpreting it to support/dispute product technical performance claims
- Test machines, design robots, prepare documentation, and train other employees on their creations' functions
Sr. Applications/Automation Engineer
Buchanan Automation
05.2015 - 09.2019
- Develop test methods specific to the use of products in their applications including design specification building and maintaining equipment as well as writing quality assurance and machine operation requirements
- Chartered with a hybrid role for Buchanan, which consisted of a sales role as well as applications engineering
- I would find the customer, and sell them upgrades to their systems, then I would do the design for the improvements, and then oversee as a PM the installation and commission of the designed improvements
- Planned, executed, and presented experiments and data while interpreting results to support/dispute product technical performance claims that would be presented or deployed at the customer's site
- Test machines, design robot cells, test fixtures and prepare documentation, and train other employees on the design functionality functions
Business Relationship Manager/Account Manager (Business Development/Sales)
ATS Systems Oregon
07.2005 - 05.2010
- Set strategic direction, ensured business initiatives, managed business development teams, attracted new clients, seized new business opportunities, and developed strategic partnerships
- Sold company's overall engineering and manufacturing solutions at the best possible profit margins
- Improved manufacturer conversion leads through improving lead procurement and upgrading company's presentation of value
- Successfully positioned ATS as the leading and premier automation integration and manufacturing company
- Meet quarterly and annual bookings targets
- $10M per year minimum booking target
Operations Manager
ATS Systems Oregon
11.2003 - 07.2005
- Ensured quality control for all aspects of manufacturing, including employees, equipment function, systems and policies, technology, and the finished product for ATS Oregon facility
- Formulated and implemented departmental and organizational policies and procedures to maximize output
- Overseen, analyzed and reviewed budgets, scheduled production requirements and headcount to determine the most cost effective and efficient methods of obtaining necessary resources
- Assisted in the development of strategic plans for operational activity and implementation of operational plans
- Monitored performance and implement improvements, ensured quality of products, managed quality and quantity of employee productivity
Project Manager
ATS Systems Oregon
11.2002 - 11.2003
- Handled assigned resources efficiently, managed project documentation, risk management, teams training and supervision, and assessing project performance and outcomes
- Part of team that managed 1 to 7 projects and about $10-12 M worth of revenue per year
- Managed high profile and provides clearly defined project expectations, timely delivery of critical milestones, and measurable project results
- Responsible for ensuring successful project execution and delivery, starting with the handoff from Applications engineering through design, procurement, floor assembly, integration, buyoff, shipment to the customer site and then the hand off to Service and Support
- Coordinated with various teams and prepared schedule for projects, estimated budget and designed project goals
- Identified project issues, prioritized requirements and ensured compliance to same and assisted in managing risks
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
ATS Systems Oregon
07.2000 - 11.2002
- Overseen the development and implementation of manufacturing processes to maintain proper product functionality as well as cost efficiency
- Responsible for cost competitive manufacturing practices, work flow layout and design, design for manufacturability, design for assembly, creation and implementation of all work instruction content, test fixtures and jigs for assembly
- Responsible for the development of equipment to aid in the manufacturing process
- Reviewed, evaluated and implemented engineering changes and specification requirements
- Ensured that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets
Manufacturing Engineer
ATS Systems Oregon
09.1998 - 07.2000
- Identified and implemented strategies to reduce costs, increased revenue, strengthened customer relationships, improved business practices and drove profitable growth
- Revamped company quality standard to match customers' expectations, process capabilities, and lowest cost manufacturing
- Ensured completion of all product development timelines, delivery, quality and required business metrics by organizing and streamlining all interdepartmental activities
- Designed and supported manufacturing processes while implementing lean and continuous improvement projects
- Lead events to identify and address improvements; and designed jigs and fixtures to help improve ergonomics and increase efficiency
Electrical Engineer
Hewlett Packard
08.1990 - 04.1996
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
Oregon State University
Corvallis, ORAssociate of Science - Electrical Engineering
Multiple Workshops, Seminars, Technical Schools And Many Other CE Opportunities
Various06.2023
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering
CCAF (Community College of Air Force)
Mtn Home Air Force Base, Mtn Home ID06.1988
Skills
- Business and Project Management
- Organizational Development and Operations
- Problem Resolution, Critical Thinking and Decision-Making
- System Design Engineering and Management
- Operational Management
- Business Operations
- Sales Management
- Automation design
- Industrial Automation
- Robotics
- AUtomation Engineering
Certification
- Miller Heiman Strategic Selling Training - 6 weeks
- ATS Executive Management/Leadership Academy certification, ATS Inc.- 8 weeks
- PGA of America Class A certification - 700 hrs
- USAF NCO Leadership School - 2 weeks
- AWS All position, unlimited thickness, stick arc welding certification - AWS - 7 weeks
Accomplishments
Class A PGA Golf Professional since 2010
Developed a BOLI recognized,4 year apprenticeship program for Machine Tool Builder, including curriculum, scheduling, implementing and management of the program.
USAF Veteran 324X0, Precision Measurement Laboratory Specialist.
Small Business Owner
Affiliations
- PGA of America SME - Society for Manufacturing Engineering
Timeline
Sr. Applications/Automation Engineer/Business Development/Design
AOP Technologies
09.2021 - 08.2024
Sr. Applications/Automation Engineer/Business Development
Kaman Automation
09.2019 - 09.2021
Sr. Applications/Automation Engineer
Buchanan Automation
05.2015 - 09.2019
Business Relationship Manager/Account Manager (Business Development/Sales)
ATS Systems Oregon
07.2005 - 05.2010
Operations Manager
ATS Systems Oregon
11.2003 - 07.2005
Project Manager
ATS Systems Oregon
11.2002 - 11.2003
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
ATS Systems Oregon
07.2000 - 11.2002
Manufacturing Engineer
ATS Systems Oregon
09.1998 - 07.2000
Electrical Engineer
Hewlett Packard
08.1990 - 04.1996
- Miller Heiman Sales University, Complex, long cycle sales courses, 8 weeks
- ATS Executive Management Leadership Academy, 5 weeks
- PGA Class A golf professional, 2010-Present
- USAF NCO Leadership School, 2 weeks
- GaMP training, selling Pharma and bio-pharma equipment.
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Engineering
Oregon State University
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering
Multiple Workshops, Seminars, Technical Schools And Many Other CE Opportunities
Associate of Science - Electrical Engineering
CCAF (Community College of Air Force)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursCareer advancementQuote
"The gift of mental power comes from God, Divine Being, and if we concentrate our minds on that truth, we become in tune with this great power"
Nikola Tesla
Software
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
I love to golf, hunt, fish, camping, and being with my family
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