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Elgin, Il

Technical Services Manager - Hubbell Control Solutions (2015 -2016)• Setup and trained technical service and quotations group in Elgin that provided pricing, detailed parts list, drawings of recommended sensor locations and system diagrams.• Development and mentored an engineering support position in Elgin for the testing of failed customer returns. Provided root cause failures analysis to customers and the factory engineering groups.Operations Manager - Thomas Research Products… Show more Technical Services Manager - Hubbell Control Solutions (2015 -2016)• Setup and trained technical service and quotations group in Elgin that provided pricing, detailed parts list, drawings of recommended sensor locations and system diagrams.• Development and mentored an engineering support position in Elgin for the testing of failed customer returns. Provided root cause failures analysis to customers and the factory engineering groups.Operations Manager - Thomas Research Products (2012-2015)• Responsible for the setup, equipment acquisitions and organization of the warehouse.• Responsible for in house manufacturing, layout, scheduling and personnel (35+ people). Maintained a 97% on time delivery for manufactured goods.• Implemented Lean in manufacturing to improve both cost structure and product quality.• Responsibly for the Quality assurance team that performed the inspection and quality testing of incoming materials for resale parts and the evaluation of customer returns.• Implemented and directed the Safety Committee.• Responsible for the IT equipment and infrastructure.• Handled all building and equipment maintenance.• In 2014 participated on a team project focused on the relocation of Thomas Research Products from Huntley, IL to a new 50,000 sf building in Elgin. 100% operational in 8 days and ahead of schedule.• In 2014, supported the team effort in the conversion from QuickBooks to an SAP financial and MRP system. • Forecasting, scheduling and purchasing of drivers, components and raw materials that supported the annual sales of $35M.Engineering Services - Thomas Research Products (2009 -2012) • Incoming inspection / quality testing of PFR (purchase for resale) products.• New product testing.• Scheduling of in-house manufacturing.• Testing and reporting of customer returns. Show less

Algonquin, Il

• Built and sold custom computers.• Repaired computers, laptops and printers. • Provided onsite and remote service.• Installed wired and wireless networks.• Installed software, removed viruses/spyware.• Developed custom Access databases.

Schaumburg, Il

• Instrumental in the design and setup of the HID test lab in Schaumburg. Designed and built the majority of the test panels and equipment utilized in the assembly and testing of HID products.• Built and tested a wide variety of HID ballasts, ignitors and controls. • Conducted UL, CSA and other regulatory testing and completed documentation packages for engineers. • Created all the data sheets and drawings used in the documentation and promotion of the HID product line… Show more • Instrumental in the design and setup of the HID test lab in Schaumburg. Designed and built the majority of the test panels and equipment utilized in the assembly and testing of HID products.• Built and tested a wide variety of HID ballasts, ignitors and controls. • Conducted UL, CSA and other regulatory testing and completed documentation packages for engineers. • Created all the data sheets and drawings used in the documentation and promotion of the HID product line. • Developed and matained a Microsoft Access databases using a custom Visual Basic front-end used to store all the specifications and electrical test limits of the HID product line. Show less

Bensenville, Il

• Built and tested a wide variety of HID ballasts, ignitors and controls. • Conducted UL, CSA and other regulatory testing and completed documentation packages for engineers. • Performed a wide range of life and stress tests on ballasts, magnet wire, insulation systems, electrical components and dry-film capacitors. • Developed Microsoft Access databases and custom Visual Basic front-end applications for ballast product maintenance and field returns.• Responsible for all… Show more • Built and tested a wide variety of HID ballasts, ignitors and controls. • Conducted UL, CSA and other regulatory testing and completed documentation packages for engineers. • Performed a wide range of life and stress tests on ballasts, magnet wire, insulation systems, electrical components and dry-film capacitors. • Developed Microsoft Access databases and custom Visual Basic front-end applications for ballast product maintenance and field returns.• Responsible for all computer maintenance, troubleshooting and networking at facility. Show less

Rosemont, Il

• Responsible for the construction and testing of prototype ballasts for the design engineers.• Performed appropriate regulatory testing and completed UL and CSA documentation. • Responsible for the design and setup of life tests for testing ballasts.

Hoffman Estates, Il

Logistics Coordinator (1993-1995)• Sourced and supplied parts for in-house technicians and field engineers.• Repaired and tested parts returned by the in-house technicians and field engineers. • Maintained the inventory of computer parts and consumables.Computer Technician (1990-1993)• Responsible for the in-house repair of terminals, laptop computers, and printers. • Received Manufacture's Certification from Toshiba, AST, DataSouth and Facit to perform… Show more Logistics Coordinator (1993-1995)• Sourced and supplied parts for in-house technicians and field engineers.• Repaired and tested parts returned by the in-house technicians and field engineers. • Maintained the inventory of computer parts and consumables.Computer Technician (1990-1993)• Responsible for the in-house repair of terminals, laptop computers, and printers. • Received Manufacture's Certification from Toshiba, AST, DataSouth and Facit to perform Warranty Service. Show less

Associate'S Degree, Electronics, G.P.A. 3.34/4.00

Activities and Societies: President’s list Course of study included over 450 hours of lab experience with state of the art diagnostic.

High School Diploma, General