MICHAEL CHARLES COOK
MARIETTA,GA
Summary
Results-driven engineering leader with expertise in managing complex manufacturing projects and implementing cutting-edge technologies. Holds multiple patents and has significantly improved operational efficiency through strategic planning and innovative engineering solutions in diverse teams.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
OWNER / MANAGER (VP ENGINEERING)
Zaphod Beeblebrox Management, LLC
Marietta, GA
11.2011 - Current
- Functioning as VP Engineering of Extrusion Group, LLC, led a 24-member team on a $25M complete, custom-designed manufacturing line project, enhancing project efficiency and delivering ahead of schedule. Produced over 1000 drawings and models, drafted over 50 specification documents.
- Established strategy for medical fabrics manufacturing line, consolidating five lines into one efficient line to enhance quality and reduce manpower.
- Minimized service downtime on manufacturing line through process improvements.
- Developed and installed patented technology to meet specific product requirements.
- Introduced new spun-melt technology to enhance production capabilities.
- Developed comprehensive a comprehensive plan for manufacturing business entry, resulting in new corporation establishment.
ENGINEERING MANAGER
RDM Solutions Group, LLC
Roswell, GA
06.2009 - 11.2011
- Developed a business plan for a customer to enter a new market, resulting in a 15% increase in revenue in 12 months.
- Analyzed manufacturing sites, developing strategic growth plans with specific, measurable outcomes.
- Led engineering consulting for plastics and manufacturing operations, resolving critical troubleshooting issues.
- Designed CE market plan to facilitate global product launch with client self-certification.
ENGINEERING MANAGER / OWNER
MCC Nonwovens
Marietta, GA
11.2006 - 09.2016
- Boosted client profits by 30% with specialized consulting in manufacturing, best practices, and operations.
- Defined scope, schedule, and timeline for installation of the $80M manufacturing line, ensuring alignment with customer requirements.
- Reduced customer start-up maintenance on manufacturing line by 99% with zero capital outlay.
- Improved manufacturing uptime by revising spinneret cleaning, saving 8 hours of lost production time monthly.
- Managed business operations, increasing profitability through innovative engineering solutions.
- Developed comprehensive operations manual for leading international equipment manufacturer, standardizing processes and enhancing training.
- Negotiated sale and licensing of proprietary technology for commercial use to a foreign corporation.
GENERAL MANAGER / OWNER
Mr. Transmission of Marietta
Marietta, GA
04.2006 - 07.2014
- Oversaw business operations encompassing human resource development, planning, accounting, sales, marketing, production, customer interface, and networking.
- Boosted profits by 20% in tough economic times with intense focus on customer satisfaction, honesty and quality, consistently ranking in top 10 of 178 franchisees nationwide.
- Earned national recognition with Angies List and Kudzu awards for outstanding customer service.
- Achieved AAA certification, and establishing the company as the only AAA-Approved transmission specialist in Atlanta.
- Developed new repair order tracking system that enhanced communication and customer satisfaction, later implemented across all franchisees nationwide.
SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER, AREA MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Lagrange & Roswell, GA
06.1981 - 09.2006
- Led projects up to $7M, patented technology, boosted line speeds by 20%, and cut material use by 20%.
- Drove innovation by developing and implementing new technology across 8 manufacturing lines, enhancing efficiency and reducing operating costs and manpower.
- Developed and patented new technologies, leading to market gains in production speed.
- Developed and patented the enabling technology for a new product, ultimately leading to market domination.
- Facilitated patent submissions for innovative technologies. and Intellectual Property Strategist for the department of 120 engineers and technicians.
- Manufacturing engineer for $90M manufacturing line.
- Established corporate specifications for extrusion equipment, ensuring compliance with ASME BPV Code and enhancing operational standards.
- Inspected construction for a greenfield project, ensuring quality of concrete, structural steel, and manufacturing equipment.
Education
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - MANAGEMENT
Emory University
Atlanta, GA06-1981
BACHELOR - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA06-1979
Skills
- Engineering Management,
- CAD design, FEA & CFD Analysis
- Project Management
- Process Development
- R&D
- Team Leadership
- Mechanical Engineering
- Intellectual Property
- Drafting Specifications
- Writing Project Proposals
- Construction Management
- Lean Manufacturing, Innovation
- Microsoft Office
- Machine Design, Problem Solving
- Business Development
- Metal Fabrication and Machining
- Industrial Manufacturing
- Technical documentation
- Manufacturing process design
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- PROFILE HIGHLIGHTS
- Inventor on 17 U.S. Patents, presented with 18 corporate trade secret awards.
- Extensive design, construction, and installation experience.
- Project leadership experience up to $25 million
- Excellent communication skills with presentations to audiences of 300+.
- Personally contracted as Technical Subject Matter Expert for a Fortune 100 company in support of legal action involving patent invalidity claims.
Timeline
OWNER / MANAGER (VP ENGINEERING)
Zaphod Beeblebrox Management, LLC
11.2011 - Current
ENGINEERING MANAGER
RDM Solutions Group, LLC
06.2009 - 11.2011
ENGINEERING MANAGER / OWNER
MCC Nonwovens
11.2006 - 09.2016
GENERAL MANAGER / OWNER
Mr. Transmission of Marietta
04.2006 - 07.2014
SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER, AREA MANUFACTURING ENGINEER
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
06.1981 - 09.2006
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION - MANAGEMENT
Emory University
BACHELOR - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Georgia Institute of Technology