Mark Thomas
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Results-driven Regional Project Manager with expertise in budget management, stakeholder communication, and team leadership. Proven track record in overseeing cross-functional projects to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Project Manager, Engineering
Barry-Callebaut
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
03.2020 - Current
- Managed budgets for multiple regional projects to ensure financial alignment and resource allocation.
- Led cross-functional teams in project planning and execution.
- Coordinated stakeholder and project team communication to streamline information flow and decision-making.
- Facilitated regular project meetings to monitor progress, identify challenges, and implement timely solutions.
Plant Manager
Wise Foods
Berwick, Pennsylvania
09.2016 - 03.2020
- Managed daily operations of manufacturing plant to ensure production efficiency.
- Monitored plant performance metrics, such as throughput, quality, cost, and safety.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and policies.
Facility Manager
Cargill
Hazleton, Pennsylvania
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Oversaw production, quality, and safety for facility, ensuring compliance with standards.
- Guided team through company transition, maintaining operational continuity.
- Managed 135 employees, both hourly and salaried, to ensure smooth operations.
Plant Manager
ADM Cocoa
Hazleton, Pennsylvania
08.2013 - 07.2015
- Oversaw production, quality, and safety operations for cocoa and chocolate manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance with industry standards
- Managed 180 employees, fostering a collaborative environment among hourly and salaried staff to meet production goals
- Led the team through the sale of the factory
Plant Manager
ADM Cocoa Schokinag
Mannheim, Germany
03.2012 - 07.2015
- Oversaw production, quality, and safety operations, ensuring compliance and efficiency across two adjacent facilities.
- Managed workforce of 150 employees, fostering collaboration and optimizing team roles for operational effectiveness.
- Led the development and reorganization of a new plant-wide safety program.
Engineering Project Manager
ADM Cocoa Schokinag
Mannheim, Germany
02.2010 - 02.2012
- Directed 35 MM Euro capital expansion projects across multiple European sites.
- Achieved completion of all projects without lost time incidents and within budget constraints.
- Directed a team of three project engineers to ensure project milestones were met.
Process Engineering Manager
ADM Cocoa
Hazleton, Pennsylvania
05.2007 - 01.2010
- Spearheaded layout and machinery specifications for $150 million cocoa and chocolate plant.
- Contributed to startup team, facilitating project execution through effective collaboration.
- Negotiated equipment purchases, achieving significant cost savings while ensuring high-quality machinery.
Engineering Project Manager
ADM Cocoa
Mansfield, Massachusetts
04.2005 - 04.2007
- Managed environmental and process projects at Mansfield and Glassboro, NJ sites.
- Contributed to optimization plan for northeast U.S. footprint.
Production Manager
ADM Cocoa
Wormer, Netherlands
10.1999 - 03.2005
- Coordinated daily production schedules, ensuring alignment with operational goals.
- Led a team of 90 hourly and salaried employees, fostering collaboration and accountability.
- Implemented quality control measures, consistently achieving product standards.
Project Engineer
ADM Soy Specialties
Rotterdam, Netherlands
06.1995 - 09.1999
- Managed all project phases, from groundbreaking through commissioning.
- Designed and constructed $60 million soy protein processing addition to existing facility.
- Supervised 150 contractors during peak construction periods.
Project Engineer
ADM Soy Specialties
Decatur, Illinois
05.1992 - 05.1995
- Completed seven-month training program for shift supervisor role in soybean processing facility.
- Executed scale-ups and expansions on processing lines, improving overall operational capacity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05-1992
Skills
- Project management
- Budget management
- Stakeholder communication
- Risk assessment
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Cross-functional coordination
- Scope management
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Dutch
Full Professional
German
Limited
Certification
Project Management Professional - PMI
Timeline
Regional Project Manager, Engineering
Barry-Callebaut
03.2020 - Current
Plant Manager
Wise Foods
09.2016 - 03.2020
Facility Manager
Cargill
08.2015 - 06.2016
Plant Manager
ADM Cocoa
08.2013 - 07.2015
Plant Manager
ADM Cocoa Schokinag
03.2012 - 07.2015
Engineering Project Manager
ADM Cocoa Schokinag
02.2010 - 02.2012
Process Engineering Manager
ADM Cocoa
05.2007 - 01.2010
Engineering Project Manager
ADM Cocoa
04.2005 - 04.2007
Production Manager
ADM Cocoa
10.1999 - 03.2005
Project Engineer
ADM Soy Specialties
06.1995 - 09.1999
Project Engineer
ADM Soy Specialties
05.1992 - 05.1995
Bachelor of Science - Chemical Engineering
Pennsylvania State University