Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Technology and software skills
Professional organization membership
References
Hobbies and Interests
Languages
Timeline
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Matthew Reiss

Palm,PA

Summary

Methodical Police Officer with 18 years of experience in enforcing local, state and federal laws, according to departmental policies, procedures, and regulations. Proven skills in both commercial vehicle inspection and manufacturing quality control standards with excellent problem-solving capabilities. Skilled at investigating crimes and accidents while retaining the knowledge of production and distribution, and now eager to apply abilities to a dynamic new position.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Water Processing Technician / Palletizer

BlueTriton Brands
09.2021 - 07.2023
  • Assisted in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions, minimizing downtime and maintaining productivity on 9 production lines.
  • Enhanced production efficiency by optimizing processing equipment settings and workflow.
  • Participated actively in root cause analysis sessions for resolving recurring process issues, leading to sustainable solutions being implemented.
  • Performed routine inspections of incoming raw materials, ensuring they met established quality standards before being utilized within production cycles.
  • Performed electrical and mechanical troubleshooting on equipment.
  • Performed maintenance on machinery and escalated major malfunctions to supervisor for immediate assistance.

Police / Motor Carrier Inspector / Crash Recon

Hilltown Township Police Department
02.2003 - 05.2021
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
  • Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
  • Prepared reports detailing findings of inspections, investigations, and tests.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations through meticulous attention to detail during inspections.
  • Mentored junior inspectors, sharing Federal Motor Carrier standards expertise to enhance their skills and abilities in performing thorough inspections.
  • Inspected more than 650 commercial vehicles in accordance with Pennsylvania Commercial Vehicle Safety Division (CVSD) & Federal Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (FMCSA).
  • Utilized knowledge of automotive systems and parts to conduct vehicle and trailer inspections.
  • Conducted over 750 vehicle crash investigations
  • Demonstrated expertise of vehicle systems by conducting crash reconstructions as a Homicide by Vehicle Special Investigator.

Education

High School Diploma -

Saucon Valley High School
Hellertown, PA
06.1992

Skills

  • Logic
  • Reasoning
  • Investigation
  • Good Manufacturing Practices
  • Chemical Handling
  • Precision measurement
  • Instrumentation Knowledge
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Machine setup
  • Technical training
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Problem-Solving

Certification

  • OSHA Mobile Elevated Work Platforms
  • OSHA Forklift Operator Certification
  • OSHA Recordkeeping Requirements
  • Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems / Drone Pilot, Federal Aviation Administration Part 107
  • Commercial Vehicle Crash Investigation
  • Accident Reconstruction
  • Advanced Crash Investigation
  • Advanced Commercial Motor Vehicle & Driver Inspection
  • Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Completing North American Standard Parts A & B
  • Vehicle Weighing and Measuring Program

Technology and software skills

  • Microsoft Word/Excel/PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Zoom
  • Adobe Lightroom
  • Adobe Photoshop

Professional organization membership

  • National Association of Professional Accident Reconstruction Specialists, 2019-2021
  • Pennsylvania Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Society, 2019-2021

References

Available Upon Request

Hobbies and Interests

  • New and classic automobile restoration & maintenance
  • Home improvement & construction
  • Photography

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Water Processing Technician / Palletizer

BlueTriton Brands
09.2021 - 07.2023

Police / Motor Carrier Inspector / Crash Recon

Hilltown Township Police Department
02.2003 - 05.2021

High School Diploma -

Saucon Valley High School
Matthew Reiss