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Linda Trentz

Chicago,IL

Summary

Well-rounded, detail-oriented individual with strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to the success of the team.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Project Engineer

ABB, Inc.
07.2018 - 09.2022
  • PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) Administrator
  • Responsible for product ordering software used to create multi-level bill of materials for standard & custom orders for an emergency power business
  • Create, manage and document rulesets for products
  • Optimized resource allocation for timely completion of multiple concurrent projects.
  • Manage item master data, process engineering change notices for multiple manufacturing sites in North America
  • Member of the team working to transfer product and data from GE to ABB during transition period.
  • Extract & interpret all product data from the GE system so that the product offerings could be recreated in the ABB PLM system.

Small business co-owner

35th Street Parking, LLC
08.2018 - 02.2021
  • Providing parking/storage for large vehicles, such as, semi tractor trailers, semi dump trucks, RV’s, etc
  • Manage rental agreements, process rental payments, lease agreements, payroll, banking, AR/AP, tax returns.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing personalized service and addressing concerns promptly.

Bill of Material Analyst/Product Configuration

General Electric
05.2003 - 06.2018
  • Manage rule-based Product Lifecycle Management tool used to create multi-level bill of materials for standard & custom orders for a $72MM emergency power business
  • Manage item master data & process engineering change notices for multiple manufacturing locations in North America
  • Manage export restrictions for each product line
  • Provide cross functional support to multiple teams
  • Member of engineering change board
  • Member of the team working to transfer products from the Chicago facility to the North Carolina facility
  • Provide back-up to order processing team
  • Support field service team with bill of material issues
  • Part of inventory/ISO Audit team.

Technical Documentation Specialist

GE (General Electric)
01.2000 - 04.2003
  • Manage & control revision levels of new product design files in pre-production phase
  • Enhanced user experience by developing clear and concise technical documentation for software products.
  • Manage & process engineering change notices
  • Manage test files, lab reports, manuals, product bulletins and agency (UL/CSA/IEC) labels & communications
  • Oversee agency label revisions and obsolescence
  • Ensure labels are applied to the product in compliance with regulatory agencies
  • Develop/update ISO9001 process/workflow for engineering product development.

Engineering Change Coordinator

Zenith Controls, Inc.
09.1995 - 12.1999
  • Streamlined change management processes.
  • Created workflow documentation of the engineering change processes for ISO 9001 certification..
  • Tested the output of all product changes and new product introductions prior to release.

Production Planner

Zenith Controls, Inc.
08.1993 - 08.1995
  • Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes.
  • Optimized inventory management through accurate forecasting and close collaboration with suppliers.
  • Reduced lead times by closely monitoring production schedules and addressing bottlenecks promptly.
  • Improved on-time delivery rates with diligent tracking of orders and proactive communication with stakeholders.

Junior Buyer

Zenith Controls, Inc.
06.1989 - 07.1993
  • Improved supplier relationships by negotiating favorable contract terms and consistently meeting deadlines.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams for streamlined procurement processes, resulting in cost savings.
  • Optimized inventory levels through efficient forecasting

Executive Admin assistant to VP

Zenith Controls, Inc.
05.1983 - 05.1989
  • Increased efficiency by implementing new processes and providing administrative support to management.
  • Streamlined office operations for enhanced productivity with organized filing systems and task prioritization.
  • Enhanced team communication through effective scheduling, meeting coordination, and correspondence management.
  • Provided support to both the V.P. of Engineering & the V.P. of Quality, as well as, their respective teams..

Office Manager

Midway Meat Packing Company
01.1981 - 01.1983
  • HR, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, General Ledger, Bank deposits
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.

Customer Service Representative

Weiboldt’s
01.1979 - 01.1981
  • Consumer credit card services, collections
  • Assisted customers with issues related to their credit accounts.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.

Education

BA in Business Admin w/HR minor -

Saint Leo University
Tampa, FL
12.2009

Skills

  • Product Configuration
  • Product Management
  • Engineering Change
  • Customer Service
  • Order Processing
  • Internal Auditor
  • Office Manager
  • Exec Admin Assistant
  • Windchill
  • Microsoft Office
  • AS400C
  • SAP
  • Documentation Control
  • Scheduling and Planning

Timeline

Small business co-owner

35th Street Parking, LLC
08.2018 - 02.2021

Associate Project Engineer

ABB, Inc.
07.2018 - 09.2022

Bill of Material Analyst/Product Configuration

General Electric
05.2003 - 06.2018

Technical Documentation Specialist

GE (General Electric)
01.2000 - 04.2003

Engineering Change Coordinator

Zenith Controls, Inc.
09.1995 - 12.1999

Production Planner

Zenith Controls, Inc.
08.1993 - 08.1995

Junior Buyer

Zenith Controls, Inc.
06.1989 - 07.1993

Executive Admin assistant to VP

Zenith Controls, Inc.
05.1983 - 05.1989

Office Manager

Midway Meat Packing Company
01.1981 - 01.1983

Customer Service Representative

Weiboldt’s
01.1979 - 01.1981

BA in Business Admin w/HR minor -

Saint Leo University
Linda Trentz