Mark Hames
Newburgh,IN
Summary
Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing manufacturing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Automation Project Manager
A&A Custom Automation
08.2022 - Current
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining cost-effectiveness.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Delivered exceptional customer satisfaction by proactively addressing client concerns and meeting or exceeding expectations throughout the engagement process.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Arranged and participated in site visits to resolve open issues, establish plans with stakeholders, and discuss potential future automation opportunities.
Maintenance & Continuous Improvement Manager
Bootz Manufacturing
12.2020 - 08.2022
- Coached team members on effective problem-solving techniques, empowering them to drive improvements independently.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of implemented process improvements against established benchmarks, refining strategies as necessary to achieve desired results.
- Championed new Lean strategies, framework and project elements to drive multidisciplinary growth and process overhaul.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion while adhering to budget constraints.
- Reduced production downtime through proactive identification of bottlenecks and optimization of workflows.
- Conducted root cause analysis of recurring issues, devising long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Led the successful completion of major facility upgrades projects while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Developed detailed maintenance budgets, effectively controlling expenses while ensuring optimal equipment performance.
Maintenance Supervisor
Bootz Manufacturing
08.2019 - 12.2020
- Monitored equipment, tools and system upgrades to compile data into detailed reports for upper management.
- Coordinated scheduled shutdowns for major equipment overhauls, minimizing disruption to production schedules while maximizing asset longevity.
- Tracked and progressed maintenance requests in CMMS systems to meet schedules.
Petroleum Supply Specialist
US Army
10.2013 - 10.2019
Automation Field Service Engineer
Star Automation
01.2018 - 08.2019
Future Soldier Leader
US Army
04.2014 - 06.2015
Education
Advanced Automation And Robotics -
Ivy Tech
Evansville, INHigh School Diploma -
Castle High School
Newburgh, IN2015
Vocational Certificate - Basic Robotics And Electricity
Southern Indiana Career And Technical Center
Evansville, IN2015
Skills
- Data review
- Technical Support
- ERP Software
- Staff Management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Vendor Sourcing
- Forecasting
- Logistics Management
- Client Relations
- Gantt Charts
- Excel
- Microsoft Project Planner
Accomplishments
Army Achievement Medal(2), Cognex Advanced Vision Certificate, CI Superbowl Champion, "Macgyver" Award, Future Soldier Leader Award
Timeline
Automation Project Manager
A&A Custom Automation
08.2022 - Current
Maintenance & Continuous Improvement Manager
Bootz Manufacturing
12.2020 - 08.2022
Maintenance Supervisor
Bootz Manufacturing
08.2019 - 12.2020
Automation Field Service Engineer
Star Automation
01.2018 - 08.2019
Future Soldier Leader
US Army
04.2014 - 06.2015
Petroleum Supply Specialist
US Army
10.2013 - 10.2019
Advanced Automation And Robotics -
Ivy Tech
High School Diploma -
Castle High School
Vocational Certificate - Basic Robotics And Electricity
Southern Indiana Career And Technical Center