 Memphis, TN, Plant Engineering Manager - April 2023 – Present: o Prioritizes safety in the assigned plants, ensures zero on-site accidents, and compliance.o Plans organizes, directs, and runs optimum day-to-day operations to exceed customers' expectationso Manages all aspects of procurement and installation of material handling equipment used in package sortation.o Manage Automation and PLC, operating and control system experienceo Coordinates improvements and design standards of conveyor systems projects; investigates mechanical downtime (e.g., conveyor system failure, operator error, system design issues, etc.) to prevent productivity and efficiency deficiencies.o Assures compliance with Federal and State regulations concerning safety, waste management, and hazard controls.o Utilizes systems and resources to proactively maintain and conserve capital equipment, including driving proactive preventive maintenance and repair programs.o Manage financial decisions for the plant, including budgets, forecasts, inventory, and labor and capital planning to ensure adherence to all budgets and financial goals.

* Works cross-functionally to identify and implement alternative processes that improve efficiency. * Solicits and selects outside resources for equipment manufacturers and suppliers. * Manages all aspects of procurement and installation of material handling equipment used in package sortation. * Coordinates improvements and design standards of conveyor systems projects; investigates mechanical breakdowns (e.g., conveyor system failure, operator error, system design issues, etc.) to prevent productivity and efficiency deficiencies. * Oversees the development, quality and implementation of training courses and materials (i.e., instructor-led or Computer Based Training [CBT]); conducts training using presentations, hands-on demonstrations, curriculum guides and testing materials. * Ensures operational improvements and/or equipment repairs are carried out to improve efficiency of package flow and safety. * Identifies or develops new solutions, products, or practices for customer * Manages vendor projects to ensure the given solution(s) aligns with customer needs

The Plant Engineering (PE) Supervisor protects UPS assets including buildings, equipment, and grounds. He supervises facility maintenance, housekeeping operations, environmental and labor compliance, safety, and conveyor system reliability. The PE Supervisor oversees process engineering activities and supervises plant engineering projects. This position may supervise plant engineering specialists, management trainees, part-time supervisors, mechanics, and porters.A major focus of this position is supervising various facility maintenance items to ensure that equipment runs smoothly and efficiently. The PE Supervisor determines the proper corrective action for damaged or worn equipment, and supervises the scheduling of work on necessary repairs and Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMIs). He audits PMI completion and physically inspects repairs each day, conducts facility inspections, identifies operational improvements, and coordinates equipment repairs to improve efficiency of package flow and safety. In carrying out facility maintenance and housekeeping duties, the PE Supervisor ensures that facility appearance is maintained at an acceptable level for the most reasonable cost.The PE Supervisor is also responsible for overseeing plant engineering and process projects and activities. Duties include estimating project costs, and assisting with or developing schedules, drawings, feasibility studies, and project funding requests. Create and send out bid documents and project manuals, evaluates incoming bids and project estimates, and recommends or awards contracts. Process engineering duties include identifying process issues, and working with others to identify, recommend and implement cost-effective solutions or alternative processes that improve efficiency and productivity.Maintain environmental, safety and regulated goods compliance; participate in related auditsDeliver environmental, regulatory, safety and health compliance training

Provide mechanical designs, calculations, field work, and commissioning, while coordinating with other disciplines and assisting in cost estimating. Work closely with the Senior Professional Engineer on the production of design concepts, mechanical calculations, and technical study briefings to clients, and coordination with specifications.

Manage Overseas Construction Projects including Scheduling Personnel, Budgeting and Providing Cost Proposals Coordinate facility-related operations, construction and renovations for a large government facility Monitor all Building Management Systems (HVAC, Fire Protection, and Electrical Distribution) Maintain databases within the Building Operation Center and provide information during emergency events affecting building operations Assign team members to troubleshoot and perform routine repairs to equipment or systems reported to be not operating properly Conduct site surveys for government owned equipment to determine life cycle costs for the federal government

• Review patent applications to determine if they comply with basic formal and legal rules• Determine scope of the protection claimed by the inventor• Research relevant technologies to compare similar prior inventions• Write a final opinion with advice about the technical and legal requirements for the particular invention