Stephen McCarthy
North Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Seasoned Senior Staff Member with experience in overseeing operations, leading teams, and driving strategic initiatives in the corrugated and folding carton industry segments. Strengths include project management, data analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Notable for fostering team collaboration and implementing innovative solutions to improve efficiency and productivity. Resourceful Senior Staff Member known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized skills include strategic planning, team leadership, and operational management. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring successful project outcomes and team collaboration.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Staff Engineer, Project Management
Packaging Corporation of America
Lake Forest, IL
06.2011 - 10.2024
- Developed scope, created and managed budgets for capital projects ranging from $1mm to $40mm
- Coordinated with other departments and contractors to ensure project timelines were met.
- Maintained accurate records of all project team activities.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain better pricing or services.
- Identified potential risks associated with projects and proposed solutions.
- Prepared presentations for senior leadership regarding progress on key projects.
- Managed schedules, installations, and project planning.
- Built and maintained working relationships with peers and upper management.
- Collaborated with staff teams to achieve work goals and adhere to deadlines.
- Supported project management processes, tracking deadlines and updating project statuses.
- Completed projects on time and within budget.
Installation Project Manager
Komori America
Rolling Meadows, IL
02.2007 - 05.2011
- Managed installation projects from conception to completion for folding carton and printing equipment, ensuring all tasks were completed on time and within budget.
- Developed project plans, including timelines and budgets for installation projects.
- Monitored progress of installation projects to ensure adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Planned and directed site installation work and engineering activities to get equipment and controls set up and verified.
- Developed manpower schedules and assignments to maintain project schedules.
- Coordinated project management, commissioning, and technical support for installations.
Plant Engineering and Maintenance Manager
Hennegan Co./RR Donnelley
Florence, KY
04.2003 - 02.2007
- Managed the maintenance staff and their daily activities.
- Monitored the performance of all equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Developed preventive maintenance procedures for all machines used in production.
- Established a system to track inventory of spare parts, tools and supplies.
- Drafted budgets for maintenance operations and monitored expenditures.
- Inspected buildings, grounds and equipment regularly for safety hazards or breakdowns.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
Education
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Thames Valley State Technical College
Norwich, CT05-1979
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Roger Williams University
Bristol, RISkills
- Project management for Capital projects
- Project scope development
- Develop project budget and cost tracking throughout project
- Process Improvement through aftermarket OEM equipment upgrade projects
- Schedule and coordination of project installation timelines via Microsoft Projects
- Facilities workflow optimization and production improvements through utilization of AutoCAD for plant layouts
- Record keeping expertise for all facets of project management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sr. Staff Engineer, Project Management
Packaging Corporation of America
06.2011 - 10.2024
Installation Project Manager
Komori America
02.2007 - 05.2011
Plant Engineering and Maintenance Manager
Hennegan Co./RR Donnelley
04.2003 - 02.2007
Associate of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Thames Valley State Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Roger Williams University
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