Timothy Lusk
Lead coordinator, Lab Technician
New Franklin,OH
Summary
Accomplished Lead Coordinator Lab Technician at Bridgestone of America, adept in 3D modeling and strategic leadership. Spearheaded innovative CAD/CAM projects, significantly enhancing efficiency. Proficient in OSHA compliance and safety program management, with a proven track record in driving continuous improvement and mentoring teams for peak performance. Manage department purchases, ordering all consumable, and keeping vendor accounts current. Maintaining accurate monthly expense reports. This is accomplished through SAP and Concur. Train Department employees on safety, conduct monthly safety meetings, and report KPI to the corporate safety officer. Complete risk assessments, machine safety approvals, and process approvals. Manage Inventory of tools, components, and chemicals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laboratory Technician, Lead Coordinator
Bridgestone of America
Akron, OH
06.2018 - Current
- Develop innovative solutions through CAD, CAM, CNC machining, 3D printing, welding, and metal fabrication.
- Manage department purchases, ordering all consumables, and keeping vendor accounts current. Maintain accurate monthly expense reports. This is accomplished using SAP and Concur.
- Train department employees on safety, conduct monthly safety meetings, and report KPI to the corporate safety officer.
- Complete risk assessments, machine safety approvals, and process approvals.
- Manage inventory of tools, components, and chemicals.
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Bridgestone of America
Akron, OH
10.2015 - 06.2018
- Maintain and build machinery for the tire industry. I worked closely with engineers to build and fabricate new parts to modernize machines, to improve both efficiency and safety.
- Performed comprehensive machine repairs to enhance functionality.
- Skilled in repairing hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Multiple machine fabrication tools include lathes, vertical mills, MIG, TIG, stick welding, sheet metal shears, and metal brakes.
- Extensive experience in machine guarding for OSHA compliance.
Treatment Plant Mechanic
City Of Akron
Akron , OH
08.2006 - 10.2015
- Rebuilt and maintained various types of pumps and equipment used in wastewater and hydraulic operations.
- Member of the City of Akron Safety Team and Safety Trainer for my department.
- Certified by Ohio EPA with wastewater 1 license.
Staff Sgt., Truck Driver, Combat Life Saver
U.S. Army/ Ohio Army National Guard
Akron , OH
08.1999 - 03.2007
- I spent 14 months in Iraq as a Staff Sgt.
- Planned and directed soldiers on combat operations.
- Ensured readiness and operational efficiency of all unit members.
- Directed operations involving multi-million dollar assets.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Protection Technology
University of Akron
Akron, OH06-2010
Certificate - OSHA 30HR
U.S. Department of Labor
Akron, OH12-2009
Certificate - Class 1 Wastewater Operator
State of Ohio EPA
Akron, OH11-2007
Skills
- Strategic Leadership
- Strategic Organization Planning
- Cost Management
- Effective Project Management
- Project leadership
- OSHA compliance
- Prototype design
- Rapid prototype design
- Reverse engineering techniques
- Continuous improvement mindset
- 3D modeling
- Computer-aided manufacturing
- CNC machining
- CNC programming
- Computer-aided design
- Hazard identification
- Environmental awareness
- Workplace safety audits
- Safety program management
Affiliations
- Board Member of BRAVO which is a Veterans outreach group at Bridgestone helping Veterans get back into the workforce. Raising money and volunteering support.
- VFW Post 9795, Life Member
Accomplishments
Patent Applications:
NON-PNEUMATIC TIRE HAVING SUPPORT STRUCTURE WITH STRESS-CONCENTRATION REDUCTION FEATURES.
Appl.No 1) 18009829, 2) PCT/US2021/037429, 3) 21832221
NON-PNEUMATIC TIRE HAVING LOOPED SUPPORT STRUCTURE AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME.
Appl.No 4) 17640408, 5) 2023090929, 6) 20867874
Certification
- OSHA 30 HR.
- PFMEA
- CDL B
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Laboratory Technician, Lead Coordinator
Bridgestone of America
06.2018 - Current
Industrial Maintenance Technician
Bridgestone of America
10.2015 - 06.2018
Treatment Plant Mechanic
City Of Akron
08.2006 - 10.2015
Staff Sgt., Truck Driver, Combat Life Saver
U.S. Army/ Ohio Army National Guard
08.1999 - 03.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Fire Protection Technology
University of Akron
Certificate - OSHA 30HR
U.S. Department of Labor
Certificate - Class 1 Wastewater Operator
State of Ohio EPA
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