SHAWN RICHARDSON
Oakland,TN
Summary
Dynamic Plant Engineer and EHS Manager at Neogen Corporation, I excel in preventive maintenance and root cause analysis, driving safety and compliance improvements. My leadership in CAPEX projects and ISO standards implementation enhanced operational efficiency, achieving significant equipment uptime. Passionate about team development and continuous improvement, I thrive in fast-paced environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Engineer / EHS Manager
Neogen Corporation
Memphis, United States
04.2025 - Current
- Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities for production equipment and plant utilities.
- Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic failures; develop engineering solutions to prevent recurrence.
- Manage CAPEX projects including installations, equipment upgrades, facility modifications, and vendor coordination.
- Maintain and update engineering documents including P&IDs, schematics, SOPs, and equipment manuals.
- Oversee site EHS programs; conduct audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and corporate standards.
- Lead implementation of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001 compliance programs.
- Collaborate with Certified Industrial Hygienist to strengthen environmental and workplace safety programs.
- Led PMI for a $130 million division acquisition, ensuring operational and regulatory continuity.
- Improved safety performance by implementing engineering hazard-controls.
- Increased equipment uptime through improved PM/PdM strategies.
Maintenance Engineer
BlueOval SK (Ford + SK Battery Manufacturing)
Memphis, United States
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Optimized high-volume battery manufacturing processes to improve throughput and reliability.
- Led Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Resolved downtime issues through root-cause investigation and predictive maintenance strategies.
- Managed PM program improvements, spare-parts planning, and maintenance documentation.
- Provided engineering support for new equipment design, procurement, and launch.
- Increased equipment uptime by improving maintenance structure and troubleshooting accuracy.
Plant Maintenance Engineer
Michael Angelo’s
Austin, United States
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Supported ISO/KORE-driven maintenance systems to improve equipment reliability.
- Conducted RCA investigations and implemented corrective/preventive actions.
- Supervised maintenance personnel; provided training in technical and safety areas.
- Managed work orders, maintenance scheduling, and parts room operations.
- Executed capital and maintenance projects, including contractor management.
- Supported Quality, Food Safety, and Risk Management programs.
- Reduced unplanned downtime through improved planning and scheduling.
Maintenance Engineer Technician
W.M. Barr & Company
Memphis, United States
06.2020 - 09.2023
- Troubleshot electrical systems including PLCs (Allen-Bradley Logix 5000), VFDs, sensors, relays, and control circuits.
- Performed mechanical PMs on conveyors, bearings, sprockets, shafts, and gearboxes.
- Installed pneumatic systems including valves, cylinders, and solenoid manifolds.
- Installed and wired AC/DC motors, drives, and control components.
- Supported operators during equipment setups and production changeovers.
- Participated in breakdown analysis (BDA), 5W1H, and CI/Kaizen activities.
- Improved equipment reliability through targeted RCA-driven maintenance improvements.
Maintenance Technician III
Blues City Brewery
Memphis, United States
08.2018 - 07.2020
- Installed and repaired process valves (butterfly, globe, GEA) and piping systems.
- Troubleshot product transfer lines, CIP systems, and control systems (DeltaV).
- Diagnosed electrical issues involving relays, contactors, breakers, PLC components, and sensors.
- Conducted mechanical PMs and equipment rebuilds.
- Assisted operators with machine setup and compliance with safety protocols.
- Improved CIP reliability and reduced production downtime.
Education
A.A.S. - Electrical Engineering Technology
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Memphis, TN05.2022
Skills
- Preventive and predictive maintenance
- Mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic troubleshooting
- PLC troubleshooting (Allen-Bradley Logix 5000)
- Lean manufacturing principles
- 5S methodology
- Kaizen practices
- Root cause analysis (RCA)
- Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- CAPEX and maintenance project management
- ISO 9001 compliance
- ISO 14001 compliance
- OHSAS 18001 standards
- OSHA and EPA regulations
- AutoCAD proficiency
- Engineering schematics interpretation
- Data-driven optimization (KPIs, OEE)
- Training and team development
Certification
• OSHA 30
• Electrician Apprentice
• Electrician Apprentice
Veterans Preference
Honorable
Military Service
U.S. Army National Guard 25U, E2, 11/01/22, 05/01/25,
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: 1
- Citizenship: United States
Timeline
Plant Engineer / EHS Manager
Neogen Corporation
04.2025 - Current
Maintenance Engineer
BlueOval SK (Ford + SK Battery Manufacturing)
10.2024 - 04.2025
Plant Maintenance Engineer
Michael Angelo’s
09.2023 - 10.2024
Maintenance Engineer Technician
W.M. Barr & Company
06.2020 - 09.2023
Maintenance Technician III
Blues City Brewery
08.2018 - 07.2020
A.A.S. - Electrical Engineering Technology
Southwest Tennessee Community College