Barry Ladd Email and Phone Number

- Responsible for NPD and EPD performance testing in an R&D environment. - Interfacing with international engineering group for EPD & NPD testing.- Supporting the Regulatory group for UL testing.- Safety team lead for Technology Center in following and adhering to safety and 5S guidelines.- 25 Years experience in testing, 17 years in R&D.

Owned and operated my own personal training business. I assisted clients with their personal fitness and nutritional goals including weight loss, strength training, weight gain and sport specific training.

Responsible for managing all functions and 15 personnel of the R&D testing lab, including conducting all test scheduling, calibration of equipment, coordination of test results and communicating feedback to all departments (Engineering, Marketing, Sourcing, outside suppliers). Accomplishments include:· Standardizing the tests, processes, and calibration of equipment domestically and globally to assure consistent results for better quality products.· Updating and expanding upon test methods to improve the quality of testing both current and future products.· Implementing and adhering to testing processes such that suppliers can be held accountable for the product they manufacture for us.· Managing the scheduling of all test requests to ensure all timelines are met and that all test procedures are current. · Overseeing the flow of product from receiving and managing the storage of the test samples to the disposal or filed test sample location. · Membership in the International Safe Transit Association, which enables proactivity in protective packaging development and ensures that packaging meets industry standards.

Responsible for coordinating job sub contractors and submissions for commercial projects. Supervised multiple trades to complete projects within allotted timeframes. Organized quotes to bid on commercial projects. Managed the security and organization of the work site during and after hours. Maintained a clean and safe work environment Worked directly with city officials and property managers to communicate details and changes of the projects.

Responsible for producing equipment specifications, change orders, and office records to manufacture. Configured and installed Switching Network design. Provisioned and configured public network systems for customer applications while consulting with internal and external customers to resolve technical issues surrounding System Design and any supporting equipment.

Responsible for multi-product system and functional testing of public telecommunication switches and IP network systems equipment. Position included repairing faulty equipment in telephone switches, testing DSL circuit packs and performing high-voltage testing for Underwriter Laboratory compliance. Assisted Test-Engineering team in implementation of new testing processes focused on reduction of cycle-time and product quality enhancement. Actively involved in cultural diversity activities enhancing the effectiveness of my team, the business and the community. · As Team Leader, provided direction and coordination of business resources to achieve specific business metrics. Assisted in the scheduling of work assignments to aid in cost reductions and improve operational efficiencies. · As an OJT-trainer, provided one-on-one instruction and scheduled formal technical classes for technicians for both full-time and contract employees. · As a Quality Auditor and Inventory Prime, ensured customer jobs were completed on schedule and met or exceeded service performance parameters.

Responsible for the set-up, programming, and debugging of integrated circuit board manufacturing equipment. Performed scheduled maintenance for surface mount equipment.