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Perdue FarmsComplex Technical Site Manager
Nov. 2024Dillon, South Carolina, United StatesComplex Technical Site Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and analyzing working methodologies to improve factory efficiency and reliability, increasing asset utilization, reducing cost. Provides technical and operational support for plant infrastructure maintenance and Continuous Improvement activities. Drive a strong and robust Maintenance Excellence Program. Will sustain a culture of loss control and prevention with a dedicated continuous improvement mindset. Role will minimize line downtime, assist with process and technical operational improvements and sustain overall equipment reliability. Responsible for continuing to improve and Promote plant’s BBS (Behavioral Based Safety) program. Manages operations to ensure safe and timely completion of departmental work by effectively utilizing people, equipment, and materials. Knowledge of infrastructure systems such that staff and workforce implement safe and effective operations. Working Knowledge of BBS and EAS regulations such that staff and workforce operate safely and effectively. Understands and Implements a robust 5S Program. Develops and provides training for technical skills, TPM, safety (i.e. LOTO, 6S), and other applicable topics. Effectively communicates change to maintenance teams to reduce barriers to change. Manages implementation of change i.e. new processes, equipment and ways of working. Works with Training & Development Manufacturing Support Lead to identify and develop a skills matrix. Assists with developing and implementing associated training programs. Possesses an in-depth understanding of individual items of packaging equipment and integrated systems, how they operate, impact on product quality, fault diagnosis & corrective action. Assists corporate engineering development, implementation of capital projects. Leads or participates in Process Hazard Analysis studies. Ensures overall quality levels (equipment and department work) and on-time delivery schedules are maintained.
Perdue FarmsSr Maintenance Reliability Engineer
Aug. 2024 - Nov. 2024
P&E SolutionsProject Manager
Dec. 2023 - Jun. 2024Wichita, Kansas, United StatesManage all aspects of project during portions of timeline including estimate/proposal, award of contract, execution and closeout/implementation/turnover of project. Lead all internal and external meetings with management staff and customer personnel. Maintained budgets, schedules and other software notification, including COINS, P6 Primavera, Procore, SharePoint to keep leadership and customers updated with current and future progress of project. Manage EPC side of construction project from start to finish of commissioning and handover to customer. Develop the proposal schedule, histogram, and progress curve of project. Review engineering drawings, specifications and safety/quality requirements.
Campbell Soup CompanySenior Plant Project Engineer
Jul. 2020 - Aug. 2023Maxton, North Carolina, United StatesIndependently lead all aspects of management and execution of capital projects ranging from 10M up to 100MM. Coordinated, scheduled, and managed contractor and vendor activity related to projects.
Interfaced, lead, and trained corporate personnel warranting standard requirements were executed timely and safely. Collaborated plant resources and assets, balance schedules, budgeted and forecast planned work to meet needs of the plant. Assisted with selecting, interviewing, and hiring of qualified personnel for engineering department.
Kordsa InternationalMaintenance Manager / Plant Engineering Manager
Jul. 2017 - Apr. 2020Laurel Hill, North Carolina, United StatesSupervised and lead personnel, processes and operations for the maintenance department.
Hired to initiate, review, lead, and manage all capital projects for site. Created and implemented maintenance procedures to maintain all SOP’s for machinery. Maintained and improved CMMS system for distribution of PM's. Implemented and scheduled required training for maintenance team personnel, assigned repair schedules for equipment and machinery, and prepared and evaluated repair cost estimates. Scheduled and managed all plant outages, preventative maintenance activities and production repairs including upgrades for entire plant. Established and managed total plant, autonomous and preventative maintenance for critical components and equipment for plant. Selected, interviewed, and hired qualified personnel and team members, including contractors. Supervised maintenance personnel, including contractors, to ensure safety procedures and safety performances were met and adhered to at all times. Led daily and weekly meetings to discuss current and future projects, maintenance needs, and continuous improvement plans.
Allied Staff Augmentation Partners, Inc. ( ASAP, Inc. )Project Manager / Senior Procedure Writer
Nov. 2013 - May. 2017Southport, North Carolina, United StatesContracted to manage, correspond, and direct up to 20 procedure writing personnel overseeing policies, procedures, and standards for major nuclear projects for Duke Energy Corporation, located at the Brunswick Nuclear Plant located in Southport, North Carolina. Served as senior project manager providing corrections, revisions and liaise with various departments including maintenance, operations, electrical, instrumentation and controls and, engineering, including but not limited to writing, updating, reviewing, and improving plant operating procedures.
International PaperCapital Projects Manager and Project Developmental Engineer
Sep. 2006 - Aug. 2012Riegelwood, North Carolina, United StatesCapital Projects Manager (2/2008 - 8/2012)
Promoted within the company to implement, plan and manage capital projects and project delivery process (PDP) for varying projects with costs ranging from 150M-30MM. Provided expertise and technical support to the following departments: paper mill, pulp/wood yard, maintenance, power, operations, and fiscal. Lead programs and manufacturing excellence initiatives for capital projects including equipment comparisons, recommendations, development of repair specifications, and coordination of equipment modifications and improvements. Project Development Engineer (09/2006 - 02/2008)
Employed to provide support in the power and recovery area. Accountable for full term of project life beginning with design through implementation, installation and completion. Responsible for solving complex operational issues in the areas of quality, cost, efficiency and reliability alongside senior managers. Supported maintenance and operating departments to provide solutions for problems associated with the physical plant.
InterkordsaPlant Manager
May. 2005 - Jul. 2006Whiteville, NCManaged production operations, equipment use, and production personnel with emphasis on safe and profitable operations, customer satisfaction, and new business development. Developed production programs and schedules, reviewed production orders, and coordinated production equipment and materials with production personnel, safely producing customer orders. Reviewed production costs and modified production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable and safe operations. Served as ISO 9001 auditor and coordinator. Responsible for supervising teams of 5-60 members, implementing employee rewards and discipline, promoting and managing entire staff. Developed, implemented, and documented preventative maintenance schedule and activities as needed. Handled contract administration and contract management for plant. Spearheaded and lead implementation of improvements to enhance quality, safety, and productivity. Handled waste management, maximizing safety, minimizing scrap, and manage discharges according to Haz-com procedures. Compiled and analyzed data to demonstrate suitability and effectiveness of Quality Management Systems. Interfaced with contractors on projects, obtained and reviewed quotes, oversaw deadlines, and reviewed and approved work.
Progress EnergyPlant Engineer
Apr. 2002 - Mar. 2005Hamlet, North Carolina, United StatesLead support engineer on design-related projects, encompassing calculations, budgets, and procurement of resources. Handled tasks of production manager in support of new plant site start-up. Provided technical expertise and support to plant operators and provided/sold solutions to complex problems, balancing engineering, finance, environmental concerns, regulations, and political issues. Emphasis on maintaining operational readiness and on improving performance and plant reliability.
ABB / Alstom PowerCommissioning Engineer
Apr. 2000 - Apr. 2002Raleigh, North Carolina, United StatesProvided professional technical assistance to customers, contractors, and personnel during erection, upgrade, rehabilitation, overhaul, repair, and troubleshooting of power generation sites. Focused on shutdown, start-up, and operation of turbines/generators. Brought newly constructed plants online and performed testing to turnover to customers. Managed, supervised and lead up to 30commissioning engineers individually and team environments. Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of start-up/shutdown tests and procedures. Generated new business through professional appearance and outstanding customer service.
AMSECEngineering Analyst and Logistician
Jul. 1998 - Dec. 1999Hampton, Virginia, United StatesPerformed detailed analysis and appraisal of equipment to identify and document maintenance support requirements. Researched technical data requirements and provided training and documentation support.
US Navy ReservesUS Navy Reserve
May. 1998 - May. 2000
US NavyUS Navy Nuclear Machinist's Mate - MM3
May. 1992 - May. 1998Norfolk, Virginia; Charleston, South Carolina; Orlando, Florida, United States, Operated steam plant that provided propulsion, electric power, potable water, and service steam to ship. Operated boilers that generated steam used it to operate the main engine (nuclear propulsion turbines), turbo generators, distilling units, and various auxiliary turbines. Operated, maintained and repaired ship propulsion machinery, auxiliary equipment, and outside machinery. Operated and maintained marine boilers, pumps, forced draft blowers, and heat exchangers. Performed tests, transfers and inventory of lubricating oils, fuels, and water. Maintained records and report. Qualified as Chief Machinery Operator, Chief Auxiliary Machinery Operator and Reactor Machinery Operator.
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