NORMAN J. SPACEK
Laredo,TX
Summary
Experienced in multi-unit operational, project, logistics, quality, and supply chain management with a strong background in safety coordination. Proficient in aerospace and electronics manufacturing, with expertise in networking and diverse market/industry knowledge. Skilled in petroleum product production, environmental compliance, vendor negotiations, and DOD contract requirements. Exceptional management and communication skills with a proven track record in staffing and efficient use of PC/Office products. Proficient in CAD, blueprint interpretation, problem resolution, troubleshooting, self-motivated, and flexible in adapting to various challenges.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations / Assist Project Management
ENERGY TRANSFER COMPANY
02.2014 - 04.2025
- Assist major installation projects working with ETP personnel as well as outside contractors to achieve desired results.
- Responsible for maintaining safe and productive operation of a high H2S NGL treating facility and NGL compressor stations.
- Write operational and maintenance procedures for treating and NGL processing in a high H2S PSM facilities. Assist PSM and Safety departments in creation and maintenance of policies.
- Identify equipment or process failure, maintain corrosion systems, troubleshoot, determine corrective action, facilitate repairs keeping within company compliance, safety protocol and budget restraints.
- Utilize all ETP corporate applications such as SAP, Concur, EAM, Oracle products, Microsoft, etc.
- Other duties includes but is not limited to: advise in the operation or maintenance of compression skids, pumps, pressure relief system, instrument air system, reciprocating compressors, gas fired heaters, process pumps, amine H2S treating systems, inlet gas receivers and NGL storage and transfer facilities.
- SPCC reporting, prevention and reporting of any spills, monitoring environmental compliance and approving LOTO procedures.
Supervisor / Multiple Departments
FRENCH-ELLISON TRUCK CENTER
10.2010 - 09.2013
- Supervisor over fabrication department, collision repair department, suspension and trailer repair departments in excess of 50 employees.
- Reorganized each department to efficiently produce a quality product within a deadline while maintaining budget.
- Reduced a backlog of over 12 months in 4 months’ time while not sacrificing ongoing operations.
- Developed and directed strategy to modernize process equipment which increased production, quality and profit.
- Spearheaded the transfer of product drawings to a CAD system then had the engineering tested independently to insure design integrity as well as comply with DOT and OSHA standards.
- Improved or developed relationships with every small to large logistics fleet operating Mack, Volvo or Kenworth tractors within our service area. This included Texas Energy, Martin Transportation, Costal Transport, Firebird, CC Forbes, Straightline, Ryder to name a few.
- Responsible for supervision of billing, staffing, procurement, production, sales, customer service, maintenance, fleet management, new truck warranty compliance, safety and budget in each my departments.
- Work with subordinates to assist them in management of their departments to insure production, quality and safety within the department.
- Directed scheduling equipment and facility maintenance to promote safety, conform to state and company standards.
- Design team building events to insure cohesion between personnel and departments.
- Accountable for OSHA, HAZMAT compliance in matters pertaining to safety and maintenance creating policies to conform.
- Approved estimation/quotation for each department and oversaw customer service before and after acceptance of bid.
- Authorized procurement of necessary materials and/or sublet labor to complete work on time and within budget.
- Work with local industries to determine opportunities for existing services as well as areas with growth potential.
- Developed a network of contacts in varying fields of industry to promote many avenues of business expansion.
- Managed office personnel making sure invoicing and filing are maintained per company requirements as well as customer requirements.
General Manager / Director of Marketing
SPECIALTY COLLISION CENTER INC
06.2000 - 06.2010
- General Manager and Director of Marketing reporting to CEO.
- Oversaw all daily operations employing a team 25 professionals and tradesman.
- Director over customer service, sales, marketing and promotion.
- Developed and directed strategy for launch of a new image from a 20 year old company that became #1 in the targeted market place 12 months after launch.
- Liaison for our DRP accounts with State Farm, MetLife, Geico, Farmers, Progressive and Allstate working to insure contracted quality, completion and cost requirements we achieved.
- Strengthened company’s business by streamlining operations with the sale of unprofitable assets and focus on building modern industry practices.
- Created a network of major automotive dealerships lacking a collision repair facility and entered contracts to become sole provider of warranty repair.
- Organized meetings with department heads to review various business objectives outline company goals and address short falls with solutions for correction.
- Grew a solid base of repeat clientele through quality craftsmanship, exemplary customer service, honesty and integrity.
Supervisor Target Manufacturing / Multiple Departments
JOHNSON MATTHEY ELECTRONICS
09.1996 - 03.2000
- Company Overview: subsidiary of Johnson Matthey Plc
- Supervised Sputtering Target manufacturing, Target R&D, quality control, clean room and shipping departments employing over 130 individuals while reporting to the Director of North American Manufacturing & Vice President Of Electronics Division.
- Originally employed as the night shift manager over Target manufacturing, quality control and clean room was quickly considered a top candidate for the retiring supervisor for all of Target assets.
- Oversaw the training of our new South Korean Target facilities core management/production group on North American operations which was completed one month ahead of schedule with a 100% success rate.
- As Supervisor of North American Target Division partnered with Intel and DOD to develop a manufacturing process to achieve the desired 99% purity, ISO quality and delivery of their classified product. Successfully accomplished this using Lean Management and Manufacturing principles in addition to procuring cutting edge CNC measuring equipment.
- Spearheaded a program to increase revenue of recycled metal waste from the production process while decreasing raw material costs. Developed a process using compaction machinery to compact metal chips from machining back into a near solid so they could be resold to our raw material supplier. During compaction coolant was expelled from the chips which was recycled back into the production process for addition savings. The aluminum and copper was a unique blend for the Target process. Negotiated with Alcoa for a contracted recycle material buy back and raw material purchase agreement which provided an annual profit increase for the department.
- Surpassed revenue goals in four consecutive quarters even with a decline in sales due to streamlining production.
- Initiated program that standardized employee training and led to increase in production, quality and customer satisfaction.
- Consulted with Intel, Samsung, Panasonic, Sony, ADM and DOD to produce quality products for the electronics industry.
- Held a security clearance with extensive background check for DOD classified material, corporate trade secrets and access to the over 30 million in gold stored at this facility.
Conductor / Hostler
BURLINGTON NORTHERN RAILROAD
02.1993 - 01.1996
- Started as a brakeman and as soon as union rules allowed applied for conductor and hostler/engineer training.
- Duties as a conductor were to handle logistics management on a per train basis, receive shipping manifest with delivery instructions, HAZMAT notifications, track conditions and special instructions.
- Oversee delivery of cargo to various businesses, set-out sidings and train yards.
- Observe that all safety and HAZMAT regulations were strictly adhered to.
- Responsible for international border crossing documentation and assisting of border authorities in inspection of cargo if needed.
- Communicate with dispatchers relaying and requesting all train movements, track conditions and yard entry.
- Supervise the actions of the brakemen and engineer pertaining to these duties.
- Assist engineer being vigilant of signals and dispatcher orders.
- Compose and file a train log for each trip after arrival at end destination.
- Became union safety coordinator for my local division which duties include new hire training and evaluation, random safety violation checks write recommendations for safety violation discipline and/or extended training and hold new policy workshops as necessary.
CNC Programmer / Night Lead
ROYELL MFG
03.1991 - 02.1993
- Started CNC operator, programmer and QC inspector. This shortly grew to night shift lead CNC machinist and programmer.
- Duties included, programming mills, lathes and quality control test equipment.
- Set-up and dry run of program on equipment, including a first article product.
- Perform quality control inspection, develop production process and QC method per engineering specs on CAD package.
- Supervise night shift operators, maintain/exceed production goals, control waste, maintain department supply and report to departmental director on requirements/progress.
- Manage relationship with aerospace/electronics customers and suppliers as it pertains to production and quality goals.
Education
Six Sigma Course Completion - Business Administration And Management
Sigma Breakthrough Technologies, Inc.
Online Course Series 7 License - Asset Management
The Securities Institute of America
Bellevue, WACertificate Of Technical Studies - Architectural And Building Sciences
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WAHigh School Diploma - General Studies
West Valley High School
Spokane, WA05.1987
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Problem resolution
Timeline
Operations / Assist Project Management
ENERGY TRANSFER COMPANY
02.2014 - 04.2025
Supervisor / Multiple Departments
FRENCH-ELLISON TRUCK CENTER
10.2010 - 09.2013
General Manager / Director of Marketing
SPECIALTY COLLISION CENTER INC
06.2000 - 06.2010
Supervisor Target Manufacturing / Multiple Departments
JOHNSON MATTHEY ELECTRONICS
09.1996 - 03.2000
Conductor / Hostler
BURLINGTON NORTHERN RAILROAD
02.1993 - 01.1996
CNC Programmer / Night Lead
ROYELL MFG
03.1991 - 02.1993
Six Sigma Course Completion - Business Administration And Management
Sigma Breakthrough Technologies, Inc.
Series 7 License - Asset Management
The Securities Institute of America
Certificate Of Technical Studies - Architectural And Building Sciences
Spokane Community College
High School Diploma - General Studies
West Valley High School
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