Controls professional with thorough understanding of automation systems and process controls. Possesses solid track record of improving system reliability and streamlining operations. Known for strong team collaboration and flexibility in adapting to changing project requirements, showcasing skills in diagnostics and preventive maintenance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Engineering Controls Technician
Victoria Secrets
11.2023 - Current
Troubleshooting, replacement and addressing of allen bradley point to point modules: 1734 aent and 1734 acnr units
Troubleshoot, wire, program, address, and replace Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Reliance, Lenze, and Danfoss inverter drives
Troubleshoot, replace, and assign addresses on controlnet, ethernet, and profibus communication cards for powerflex 40
Program, replace, and backup parameters for ABB and Baldor resolvers with Mint and Mint HTTP software
Add new users to BAW and pyramid software, reset passwords, and change user privileges
Replace, program, and address pic to lite modules and asr’s
Assigning, completing, creating, and correcting work orders in emaint
Ordering items, checking req carts, inventory counts and corrections
Adding new items and correcting inaccuracies in inventory
Calibrating, troubleshooting, and repairing weight scales for shipping inducts
Extensive work with crossbelt and tilt tray sorters: conductor rail replacements, board programming and replacement, linear motor replacement, collision guard troubleshooting
Download training videos for printer adjustments and common parts replacement to assist other controls employees in printer repairs
Training and mentoring new associates to the team; including root cause reports and creating SOP’s for procedures
Extensive work with bombay style sorters
Checking offshift reports and doing follow ups to ensure repairs are complete
Create training videos and documents for common downtime problems
Emailing breakdown groups on offshifts during major repairs
Creating teams meeting for major repairs and coordinating invites and documenting issues for knowledge base / log archive
Working with contractors on projects
Attended siemens s7 1500 HMI training course offered through VSCO and received TIA portal service hotshot badge
Upgrading firmware, programming, troubleshooting and building of test bench for conveylinx modules and associated hardware
Monitor reports from wcs to find problems with printers and create repair work orders
Form weekly reports from warehouse gsmi to correct / address problematic areas
Controls Technician
Bath and Body Works / Victoria’s Secret(Limited Brands)
06.2022 - 11.2023
Use of BAW virtual machine for examining logic for troubleshooting, toggling bits, checking variable table, downloading programs, and accessing programming software and asset center files
Troubleshoot, replace, and repair Siemens CL100 components, Dematic zone controllers, canbus modules, and Conveylinx powered roller systems components
Repairs, installs, and replacement of allen bradley equipment, modules, and comms for: PLC5, SLC 5/04, Compactlogix, Controllogix, Micrologix 1200 and 1500, and Micro 850’s
Replacement of profibus address cards, chassis, power supplies, and I/O cards for s7 300 series siemens PLC’s
Use of Warehouse Control Software to retrieve item storage, check wave statuses, checking equipment, and troubleshooting of processes
Network troubleshooting including re-terminating ends, testing devices on the network, replacement of transceivers, troubleshooting fiber to ethernet converters, and replacement of ethernet switches
Extensive use with connected components, rs logix software, rslinx, factory ME, and associated software
Use of Cognex and Banner vision software and controllers for product detection, perform adjustments and camera lens and body replacement
Work with keyence cameras and software
Use of MP2 and Emaint to track machine history, search inventory, record repairs, and keep track of weekly labor hours
Work on repairing, replacing, rebuilding of sato s84 and s86 label printers
Replace, monitor, and install parameter uploads and downloads for AV6010 Accusort Product Scanners, Axium 1L,2L,3L, and 4L scanners
Work with datalogic SC5000 and CB100 units to remotely monitor induct cameras
Complete SRF’s and schedule IT or technical support repairs creating appointments or tickets and generating emails
Total replacement and install of all necessary software and licenses after laptop failed
Work on miniload beam (ASRS) homing, clearing internal storage errors, retrieving locations, and resetting or swapping individual cranes or the server controllers
Complete building power switchovers to secondary power substations at main switch gear and coordinate scheduled repairs with AEP
Maintenance Technician
New Bakery/East Balt/Grupo Bimbo
01.2006 - 11.2021
15 years' experience in the maintenance department at both zanesville plants
Programming, installation, and troubleshooting of AB hardware (mostly SLC500 family I/O cards and processors, panel views, and remote I/O, limited servo drives)
Work with programmers on equipment installs, upgrades, and panel building
Replace and wire in pushbuttons, relays, power supplies, transformers, photo eyes, control boards, bindicators, etc.
Calibrate and test hardy controllers and load cells
Adjust, maintain, and calibrate high speed product metal detectors and check weighers
Install, order, troubleshoot, and maintain all interior and exterior lighting and control devices
Research, order, and replace all plant overhead and outside lighting with led replacements for florescent and HID lighting
Wire in three phase and single-phase electric motors and small pumps
Replace gear boxes, filters, belts, drive chains, motors, motor couplings, flat top conveyors, and bearings
Use of the plasma cutter, mig and tig welders, and oxyacetylene torch for fabrications and modifications
Ability to do minor machining such as cutting keyways on the mill and turning down shafts on the lathe
Use of a CMMS machine interface (Imaint) to track inventory, labor, and history
Troubleshoot, rebuild, and maintain pneumatic and hydraulic system components
Maintain and update Videojet 170i and 2550 product coders
Experience monitoring and assisting in repairs on Boilers, Air Compressors, Glycol and Ammonia Refrigeration system, Dry Sprinkler System, Generators, Air Driers, and Forklift Batteries
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Electromechanical Engineering Technology
Miami University
12.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology
Zane State College
06.2006
High School - undefined
Zanesville High School
Zanesville, Ohio
06.2000
Skills
Programmable logic controllers
Industrial automation systems
Motor control circuits
Schematic reading
Pneumatic systems
PID control loops
Instrumentation calibration
Timeline
Senior Engineering Controls Technician
Victoria Secrets
11.2023 - Current
Controls Technician
Bath and Body Works / Victoria’s Secret(Limited Brands)
06.2022 - 11.2023
Maintenance Technician
New Bakery/East Balt/Grupo Bimbo
01.2006 - 11.2021
Associate of Applied Science - Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technology
Zane State College
High School - undefined
Zanesville High School
Bachelor of Applied Science - Electromechanical Engineering Technology