Matthew Brassard
Canonsburg,Pennsylvania
Summary
Committed Plant Manager that has a proven track record of ensuring safe, reliable, cost effective production to ensure customer satisfaction. Focused on safety while maximizing production and minimizing downtime.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Manager
Cordia
11.2019 - Current
- Managed operations of a large district energy plant consisting of boilers, chillers and generators to facilitate the needs of high profile customers in Pittsburgh, PA.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Created plant policies and procedures for safe and productive operations.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Managed personnel by implementing company policies, procedures, work rules, and disciplinary action.
- Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
- Trained in and implemented emergency response procedures to protect team members and property.
- Managed total P&L of a multimillion dollar district energy plant, and implemented cost savings of over two million dollars.
Training Specialist
Leidos
10.2018 - 11.2019
- Develop computer guided/simulated training for US Navy personnel to use for initial training in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program.
- Assessed additional needs based on training progress and collaborated with management to meet requirements.
- Designed and facilitated training courses, aligning new learning development and solutions to organization's strategic goals, mission and vision.
- Developed training handbooks, computer tutorials and reference materials.
- Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for [Type] and [Type] training courses.
- Assisted in analyzing and assessing training and development needs for organizations, departments and individuals.
Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
FirstEnergy
05.2017 - 10.2018
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to properly place wires, fixtures and appliances.
- Responded to fault and wiring issues, identifying hazards and problems.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on equipment.
- Inspected electrical equipment to assure it was operating correctly.
- Schedule and supervise 10 Electrical Technicians executing the corrective, preventative and routine maintenance for all plant and distribution electrical equipment, including High Voltage switching substations.
- Enforce nuclear quality standards of maintenance and operations using direct observation, coaching methods, and corrective actions when necessary.
- Supervise and reinforce safe LOTO policies, along with ensuring all safety guidelines and OSHA guidelines are met.
- Write document changes for procedures when they are found to not be functional, or cannot be followed as written.
- Respond to Condition Reports and close them out once they are completed.
- Perform career mentoring for personnel, ensuring that they have goals that are capable of being met and help them to meet the said goals.
- Develop and approve maintenance schedules to have minimum impact to plant operations.
- Supervised and trained 40+ Electrical Technicians for continual training and re-qualification. Supervised and trained 30+ students for General Nuclear Fundamentals and Electrical Technician initial training.
- Certified Instructor through the National Academy for Nuclear Training.
- Develop and implement lesson plans using the systematic approach to training. Perform needs analysis to determine training requirements, job task and safety analysis, and performance gap analysis to determine areas of weakness in training and improve skills and knowledge.
- Implement training in various settings, from classroom, to lab and on the job training. Evaluate the effectiveness of training using observations, surveys, and evaluations.
- Uses LMS to track qualifications. Observe evolutions in the plant to determine weak areas, and coach when possible. Evaluate engineering changes, or modifications for new training needs.
Lead Electrical Test Engineer
Huntington Ingalls Industries-Newport News Shipbuilding
01.2013 - 05.2017
- Synthesized customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions. Developed and directed preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules for completing systems.
- Coordinated integrated testing activities; reviewed and evaluated test requirements to insure completeness of test program. Performed technical analysis of systems and prepared comprehensive system level evaluations.
- Responsible for coordination of the electrical test program with the construction Foreman to ensure the systems are ready for the test program.
- Directly supervised all electrical tests, ensured projects were compiled correctly with no rework required.
- Directed trades in system troubleshooting, coordinating repair parts and developed all retests for the repairs for AC/DC systems and equipment, including converters, inverters, batteries, busswork, motor controllers, circuit breakers, valves, motors, pumps, and control cabinets.
- Develop, implement, and review test procedures for Virginia Class Submarines Steam and Electric Plants. Assists with troubleshooting and repairs made to all equipment on VCS SEP systems. Prepare, design, and follow through the detailed step-by-step procedures for hydrostatic and operational tests of equipment.
- Perform studies and make recommendations for shop facilities and dockside, special instruments and equipment for shop and shipboard use.
- Stand watch as Shift Test Engineer for Steam and Electric Plant testing.
- Researched blueprints, read schematics and develop safe work environments using LOTO procedures.
- Write and issue Work permits for various trades to perform work on US Navy ships.
Electriancs Mate
US Navy
01.2004 - 06.2012
- Performed upkeep, controlled access and audited users of the maintenance program which schedules reactor departments steam and electric plant maintenance, along with the auditing and spot checks of work centers maintenance.
- Trained Reactor department work center supervisors on how to do their job with weekly training and counseling.
- Supervised the scheduling, planning, work controls, and completion of all electrical maintenance in the plant.
- Assigned work tasks and provided direct supervision. Investigated and settled grievances promptly. Ensured personnel are properly trained and qualified to perform assigned activities. Provided on the job oversight, mentoring and coaching for assigned sailors.
- Supervised maintenance on various electrical and mechanical equipment including motor controllers, HVAC, motors, generators, digital voltage regulator ckts, electrical circuits, switchboards, power panels, valves, piping and piping systems, dc circuits, ac circuits, I&C circuits, and calibrations of test equipment and meters.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
Excelsior College
Albany, NY05.2022
Skills
- Resource Coordination
- Lean Manufacturing Processes
- Lean Manufacturing Principles
- Team Building and Development
- Safety Management
- Cost Reporting
- Performance Improvements
- Training Programs
- Environmental Sustainability
- Facilities Maintenance
- Plant and Warehouse Operations
Certification
Certified Nuclear Instructor
NFPA 70e certified
Timeline
Plant Manager
Cordia
11.2019 - Current
Training Specialist
Leidos
10.2018 - 11.2019
Electrical Maintenance Supervisor
FirstEnergy
05.2017 - 10.2018
Lead Electrical Test Engineer
Huntington Ingalls Industries-Newport News Shipbuilding
01.2013 - 05.2017
Electriancs Mate
US Navy
01.2004 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering Technology
Excelsior College
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