Manage capital projects for a food manufacture that includes infrastructure improvements and asset revitalization.

Dedicated and results-oriented maintenance professional with 25 years of progressive experience in maintenance functions, primarily in a frozen food manufacturing and automated packaging environment. Proven ability to combine deep understanding of maintenance requirements, capital project implementation and personnel scheduling to improve efficiency and advance business objectives. Experienced working in a unionized facility. Areas of expertise include: Planned Work Scheduling Managing Contractors/Vendors Project Management Root Cause Analysis LEAN Manufacturing GMP Manufacturing PLC Knowledge SAP Utilization Safety Compliance Team Building, Leadership Budget Tracking Management PresentationAs a Maintenance Planner and Scheduler at Kellogg frozen foods I am first a leader of continuous improvement. In my role as a Planner I utilize the SAP system to progress work orders to a weekly plan. I create or improve current PM's for better understanding. I coordinate small rebuild projects on manufacturing equipment. I coordinate annual training for the maintenance team. I am the gate keeper for the contract work that happens in the plant. This includes assignment of building repairs, welding projects, and equipment replacement projects. I also fill in as a maintenance line supervisor when positions are vacant or vacation support.

Primary responsibilities were to plan and coordinate work orders using the SAP maintenance system. Supported implementation of capital projects through knowledge of the plant operation and assignment of personnel. Gave guidance and direction on problems and issues. Coordinated with contractors and vendors regarding system upgrades. Provided feedback to mechanics regarding their work performance. Promoted and communicated safe work habits.Key contributions:-Collaborated with engineering team in design of automated wheel room equipment for new production line as well as a continuous improvement process layout for depositor skids-Streamlined changeovers through implementation of rapid and reliable processes-Reduced plant energy cost through design of hibernation mode for equipment in standby-Directed installation of Vision system and continued support role-Participated in managerial decision-making processes through presentation of data and development of annual departmental budget