Tariq Franklin
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Facilities and Engineering Project Manager with over 18 years of experience in engineering, facilities, and manufacturing maintenance within regulated environments. Expertise in optimizing operational efficiency and asset management through strategic data analysis and collaborative partnerships. Successful in leading diverse teams, managing multi-million-dollar budgets, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and implementing innovative solutions. Proficient in utilizing Computerized Maintenance Management Systems and advanced project management methodologies to enhance performance and achieve organizational goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Project Manager
Stryker Corporation
Mahwah, NJ
01.2026 - Current
- Directed cross-functional teams to successfully manage project lifecycles while adhering to scope, schedule, and budget requirements. Oversaw analysis of project performance metrics to implement process enhancements and optimize costs.
- Achieved favorable contract terms with vendors and suppliers, enhancing organizational benefits. Monitored contracts and service level agreements, identifying risks and executing mitigation strategies to safeguard the development process from unexpected delays and expenses.
- Led project teams in executing agile methodologies to achieve timely delivery and elevate client satisfaction. Oversaw budget management to optimize costs and align with strategic objectives.
- Oversaw budget management exceeding $1 million while implementing cost control measures through thorough financial analysis. Directed project teams to report on progress and drive positive outcomes for stakeholders.
Project Manager
Mondelez International
Whippany, New Jersey, United States
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Examined the condition and reliability of bakery machinery and equipment within the R&D Facility
- Led infrastructure/mechanical/commissioning projects, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and troubleshooting equipment issues.
- Identified areas for improvement, and implementing changes to maximize output, reduce downtime, and save costs. Key activities included data analysis, equipment inspection, process streamlining
- Responsible for coordinating contractors and local teams to achieve tasks and milestones through weekly and daily meetings.
- Developed and managed timelines (e.g., Microsoft Project) and used risk assessment tools (TRL, FMEA) to share with leadership and project progress, gaps, and next steps.
SR FACILITIES CONSULTANT - (PORTS & MARINE TERMINALS)
The Corian Group
Newark, New Jersey, United States
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Optimized marine terminal maintenance initiatives through CMMS system audits, enhancing operational efficiency improving asset management processes. Developed reports in MS Projects and IBM’s Maximo vs 7.6, 8.4 or 8.5. to measure and analyze the performance and effectiveness of maintenance practices and personnel.
- Foster strong partnerships with port union stakeholders, aligning goals with regulatory requirements delivering throughput capacity and reducing bottlenecks.
- Implemented modifications to existing procedures and reporting systems that the asset management and maintenance team used to oversee and control the projects, maintenance budgets and schedules.
- Spearheaded facility improvement initiatives, boosting throughput capacity and reducing operational bottlenecks.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to enhance port performance. Supported the asset management team’s improvement initiatives, providing project controls and support services to forecast and plan predictive, corrective maintenance, contract work and vendor services.
SR OPERATIONS & FACILITIES MANAGER
Ingredion Inc
New Jersey, United States
09.2020 - 09.2024
- Lead multi-department operations in R&D facility, driving safety excellence and optimizing processes. Manage $10M+ budget, oversee procurement, and support capital projects.
- Streamlined the warehouse along with shipping & receiving operations.
- Led multi-department operations, driving safety excellence and process optimization. Supported capital projects, introducing innovative solutions for operational challenges.
- Coordinated with contractors & vendors to negotiate Facilities and operation contracts, ensuring cost- effectiveness and efficiency.
- Analyze facility operations, implement modifications to meet Ingredion Safety standards.
- Monitored costs, drive continuous improvement in R&D operational performance.
- Optimized R&D facility operations, managing budget and overseeing procurement.
- Streamlined shipping/receiving, enhancing operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Analyzed facility operations, implementing modifications to meet safety standards.
- Monitored costs and drove continuous improvement in operational performance.
- Spearheaded safety initiatives, ensuring team compliance.
- Delivered timely, accurate customer sample requests, significantly enhancing satisfaction rates.
- Partnered with account managers to maintain Board of Health compliance in various facility areas.
- Fostered cross-functional teamwork, improving overall efficiency.
MAINTENANCE MANAGER
Troy Chemicals Corporation
Newark, New Jersey, United States
08.2019 - 09.2020
- Led plant-wide maintenance operations, overseeing repairs, installations, and utility services.
- Evaluated equipment performance, initiated corrective actions, and managed redesign projects.
- Orchestrated large-scale maintenance and construction activities in synergy with production teams, minimizing downtime and maximizing output.
- Optimized inventory management for parts and supplies, ensuring critical components availability.
- Contributed to budget planning for plant maintenance and utilities.
- Implemented comprehensive maintenance strategies, significantly reducing equipment downtime and enhancing overall plant reliability and performance.
- Evaluated the performance and condition of equipment and initiates corrective action on problems or deficiencies, conducts equipment redesign and alterations, prepares capital order requests for equipment replacements.
FACILITIES MANAGER
Cushman & Wakefield Services – Amazon Fulfillment Center
Carteret, New Jersey, United States
06.2016 - 11.2017
- Led plant-wide maintenance operations, overseeing repairs, installations, and utility services.
- Evaluated equipment performance, initiated corrective actions, and managed redesign projects.
- Orchestrated large-scale maintenance and construction activities in synergy with production teams, minimizing downtime and maximizing output.
- Optimized inventory management for parts and supplies, ensuring critical components availability.
- Contributed to budget planning for plant maintenance and utilities.
- Implemented comprehensive maintenance strategies, significantly reducing equipment downtime and enhancing overall plant reliability and performance.
- Evaluated the performance and condition of equipment and initiates corrective action on problems or deficiencies, conducts equipment redesign and alterations, prepares capital order requests for equipment replacements.
FACILITIES SUPERVISOR (GROUP LEADER)
Target Corporation
Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, United States
05.2012 - 05.2013
- Direct and supervise the activities 8 mechanics and utility attendants to maintain the production capabilities of the controls, conveyor systems and powered mobile equipment.
- Collaborate across operational departments to discuss production plans and identify system issues.
- Maintained warehouse equipment and facilities, parts inventory, monitored purchase orders, invoice approvals, and managed control systems department budget of over $200,000.
- Administered training and continuous development on all maintenance personnel direct reports.
- Coordinated and conducted training meetings; one on one development sessions; outside technical skills training for all maintenance personnel.
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Virginia State University
Petersburg, Virginia, United States05-2007
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Virginia State University
Petersburg, Virginia, United States05-2007
Skills
- CMMS (IBM Maximo/SAP/Oracle/EAM)
- Budget & Inventory Control
- HVAC/Refrigeration
- Automated Conveyor Systems (Dematic/Hytrol/Honeywell Intelegrated)
- PLCs (Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation)
- Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Data Center Facilities OPs ans Maint CDFCOM
Certification
- SECURED WORKER ACCESS CERTIFICATE
- TRANSPORTATION WORKER IDENTIFICATION CERTIFIED (T.W.I.C.)
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL
- BLACK SEAL HIGH-PRESSURE OPERATOR
- SIX SIGMA - GREEN BELT
- Certified Data Center Facilities Operations Manager (CDFOM)
LANGUAGES
English - Fluent
Spanish - Intermediate
Timeline
Sr. Project Manager
Stryker Corporation
01.2026 - Current
Project Manager
Mondelez International
07.2025 - 10.2025
SR FACILITIES CONSULTANT - (PORTS & MARINE TERMINALS)
The Corian Group
09.2024 - 05.2025
SR OPERATIONS & FACILITIES MANAGER
Ingredion Inc
09.2020 - 09.2024
MAINTENANCE MANAGER
Troy Chemicals Corporation
08.2019 - 09.2020
FACILITIES MANAGER
Cushman & Wakefield Services – Amazon Fulfillment Center
06.2016 - 11.2017
FACILITIES SUPERVISOR (GROUP LEADER)
Target Corporation
05.2012 - 05.2013
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Virginia State University
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Virginia State University
WORK AUTHORIZATION
- I am authorized to work in the following countries:
- United States