A demonstrated history of working in the Magnesium Industry working directly with casting, rolling, and finishing of magnesium alloy products. Skilled in Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, and Continuous Improvement. Strong arts and design professional with a Associate of Applied Science focused in Industrial Mechanics from Southwestern Illinois College and a Bachelors in Science in Industrial Technology from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale.

Train, supervise, and assist in all aspects of production as well as assist in troubleshooting maintenance problems as they arise. Work with Engineering and Technical on various projects from equipment upgrades to Research and Development projects. Schooled in Six Sigma, 5s, and Continuous Improvement.

Operate and assist in all aspects of equipment in casting, rolling and finishing of Magnesium sheet and plate production.* Assist in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.* Work directly with supervisors to ensure products meet quality standards.

Responsible for overseeing the Magnesium, Aluminum casting and extrusion operations and personnel.* Assisted in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.* Ensure proper operating standards were being used and controlled warehouse activity to ensure safe work practices.* Evaluated and scheduled overtime as needed.* Worked directly with production control and other departments to pack and ship finished products.

Served as sales manager and general carpenter for family owned and operated business.* Prepared estimates and formal proposal presentations to P&S clients.

Served as night plant supervisor for Mississippi River grain/coal transfer facility.* Coordinated personnel scheduling with ever changing barge & rail carrier schedules.

Served as Engineer Equipment Operator and was promoted to Sergeant while serving in Operation Desert Shield/Storm (1991). Tour of duty also included Operation Sharp Edge, Monrovia, Liberia (1990).