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Paul Flood

Hardinsburg,KY

Summary

Dynamic operations manager with a proven track record at Flood Automation, excelling in small business operations and project management. Spearheaded process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and productivity. Adept at developing innovative automation solutions while fostering team collaboration and mentoring junior staff to achieve design excellence.


Professional leader with strong expertise in facility management, equipment maintenance, and process optimization. Experienced with managing maintenance operations and leading teams in dynamic environment. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of mechanical systems and preventive maintenance strategies to ensure peak operational efficiency. Track record of enhancing team performance and maintaining stringent safety protocols.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Manager of Operations

Flood Automation
11.2005 - Current
  • Develop engineering proposals, shop drawings, and design of sound electrical and mechanical systems, conforming with the established safety and design practices.
  • Plan, schedule, and monitor work of support personnel, contractors, and vendors.
  • Write commissioning procedures, operation procedures, and bill of materials for electrical, mechanical, and turn key projects.
  • Provide assistance and resolution when engineering problems are encountered before, during, and after construction.
  • Hired, trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
  • Optimized supply chain operations, negotiating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.

Maintenance and Design Lead

Fischbach USA Inc.
01.2001 - 11.2005
  • Analyzed data using predictive and preventative techniques, filtering and feature selection.
  • Designed and manufactured production machinery for new product and capability.
  • Set up and operated test equipment to evaluate performance of developmental parts, assemblies, or systems under simulated operating conditions and record results.
  • Performed supervisory duties, such as work assignments.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project scopes and deliver innovative design solutions.

Electrical Engineering Technician

Worthington Steel Inc.
1999 - 2000
  • Planned and coordinated capital projects.
  • Collaborated with engineering team and project management to identify, define, and solve developmental problems.

Electrical Technician

Papercone Inc.
1997 - 1999
  • Planned electrical distribution in new factory construction and converted all equipment 208v 3phase to 480v 3 phase.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on machinery to enhance performance and extend lifespan.
  • Modified electrical prototypes, parts, assemblies, and systems to correct functional deviations.
  • Compiled bill of materials, procured materials and components for projects and maintenance inventory.

Aviation Electrician

VA-95 United States Navy
1992 - 1995
  • Certified aircrew in-flight technician.
  • Performed organizational maintenance on A-6E aircraft.
  • Reviewed existing technical documentation to identify necessary revisions, deletions, or amendments to outdated material.
  • Minimized equipment failures by conducting routine preventive maintenance checks on aircraft electrical systems.

Education

Arch Flash Certification
01-1999

OSHA Contractor's Certification
01-1995

Aviation Electronics (Associate Equivalent) - Engineering Tech

United States Navy
01-1993

Breckinridge County High School
01-1992

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • CNC Machining (Multi Axis)
  • Design Software (Autodesk Products)
  • PLC Programming/ Control Design
  • Quality management systems
  • Inventory tracking and management
  • Staff hiring
  • Small business operations
  • Customer relations
  • Verbal and written communication

Timeline

Owner/Manager of Operations

Flood Automation
11.2005 - Current

Maintenance and Design Lead

Fischbach USA Inc.
01.2001 - 11.2005

Electrical Engineering Technician

Worthington Steel Inc.
1999 - 2000

Electrical Technician

Papercone Inc.
1997 - 1999

Aviation Electrician

VA-95 United States Navy
1992 - 1995

Arch Flash Certification

OSHA Contractor's Certification

Aviation Electronics (Associate Equivalent) - Engineering Tech

United States Navy

Breckinridge County High School