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Greater Memphis Area

Sales Engineer at Power Transformer Division (PTD) which manufactures shell-form transformers for high voltage, large capacity applications. * Work with company’s field sales and manufacturing representatives to obtain bid opportunities. * Review specification and contract terms to prepare technical and commercial proposal for product and services (transport, installation, etc.) in response to a customer’s RFQ. * Serve as liaison between customers, engineering and overseas… Show more Sales Engineer at Power Transformer Division (PTD) which manufactures shell-form transformers for high voltage, large capacity applications. * Work with company’s field sales and manufacturing representatives to obtain bid opportunities. * Review specification and contract terms to prepare technical and commercial proposal for product and services (transport, installation, etc.) in response to a customer’s RFQ. * Serve as liaison between customers, engineering and overseas marketing departments during the bid and order process. * Support field sales by providing training and presentations, hosting visiting customers, and serving as front-line response for the factory. Show less

Fulton, Il

While I was unemployed due to market conditions, I was NOT down for the count! I actively sought a new position, using some of the free time to help others in ways that I couldn't before, growing personally, and researching the possibility of starting my own coffee roasting business on the side. While I don't recommend unemployment as a vehicle for growth, you have to make the best of the hand you are dealt!

Fulton, Il

First call quality support to all John Deere American facilities for Eaton hydraulics, with focus on warranty reduction and quality improvements across multiple customer locations and Eaton manufacturing plants. • Provided rapid response customer service that resulted in zero quality escapes from customer's manufacturing facility within one business day turnaround.• Organized and facilitated seven cross-functional teams and led the efforts of the teams to achieve the first warranty… Show more First call quality support to all John Deere American facilities for Eaton hydraulics, with focus on warranty reduction and quality improvements across multiple customer locations and Eaton manufacturing plants. • Provided rapid response customer service that resulted in zero quality escapes from customer's manufacturing facility within one business day turnaround.• Organized and facilitated seven cross-functional teams and led the efforts of the teams to achieve the first warranty claims reduction of over 300 claims.• Established solid relationships at five Deere facilities and six Eaton manufacturing facilities.• Utilized Deere's JDSN portal for data mining warranty claims, tracking corrective actions, and monitoring progress of Eaton plants'​ performance in Deere's "Achieving Excellence" goals. Show less

Geneseo, Il

Provided quotations for engineered equipment, first level technical support and customer service, as well as occasional field service to distributors, boiler OEM's, engineering firms, and intra-company sales offices, including international locations. • Quoted engineered equipment (glass liquid level gages and gagecocks, and electronic drum level indicators) ranging from under $100 to $500k projects to distributors, boiler OEM's, engineering firms, and intra-company sales… Show more Provided quotations for engineered equipment, first level technical support and customer service, as well as occasional field service to distributors, boiler OEM's, engineering firms, and intra-company sales offices, including international locations. • Quoted engineered equipment (glass liquid level gages and gagecocks, and electronic drum level indicators) ranging from under $100 to $500k projects to distributors, boiler OEM's, engineering firms, and intra-company sales offices.• Trained distributors and salespeople from around the world via detailed, personal presentations about the features, benefits, installation, operation, and maintenance of Pentair boiler trim equipment. • Performed field service - troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair - for approximately 6-8 power plants, paper mills, and HRSG facilities per year. Show less

Prophetstown, Il

Supervised a team of a dozen individuals including Order Entry, Customer Service, Product Specialists, and Product Managers. Reported to General Manager. Continued duties of Product Manager while fulfilling these duties. • Created quote log database to track incoming inquiries and monitor progress, resulting in better prioritization, quicker response time, and reduction in "lost" inquiries.• Evaluated performance of team members twice annually.

Prophetstown, Il

Oversaw transfer of product knowledge for Yarway boiler trim equipment from sister facility. Provided quotations for engineered equipment, first level technical support and customer service, as well as occasional field service to distributors, boiler OEM's, engineering firms, and intra-company sales offices, including international locations. • Subject matter expert for the Yarway boiler trim product line.• Wrote and maintained over 20 Yarway/Penberthy Installation, Operation, and… Show more Oversaw transfer of product knowledge for Yarway boiler trim equipment from sister facility. Provided quotations for engineered equipment, first level technical support and customer service, as well as occasional field service to distributors, boiler OEM's, engineering firms, and intra-company sales offices, including international locations. • Subject matter expert for the Yarway boiler trim product line.• Wrote and maintained over 20 Yarway/Penberthy Installation, Operation, and Maintenance manuals. • Created, updated, and maintained price lists for Yarway and Penberthy boiler trim products.• Created boiler trim quotation spreadsheet and equipment description lists, reducing lead time for detailed project quotations.• Provided quotations for approximately 40 project quotes per month and 10 daily quotes. Show less

Clinton, Ia

Taught Industrial Mathematics and Measurements course at a satellite branch in Maquoketa, spring 1998.Taught Physical Science at Clinton, IA, spring and fall 2000.

Fulton, Il

Product design and development, applications engineering, cost estimating, and project management for manufacturer of drive chains and auger flighting.• Brought new drive chain and conveyor chain products to market through collaboration with cross-functional teams. • Researched and implemented non-staining lubricant/protectant for lumber chain to reduce marking boards being conveyed by the chain.• Implemented improvements in ladder logic on 4-square chain life tester PLC to achieve… Show more Product design and development, applications engineering, cost estimating, and project management for manufacturer of drive chains and auger flighting.• Brought new drive chain and conveyor chain products to market through collaboration with cross-functional teams. • Researched and implemented non-staining lubricant/protectant for lumber chain to reduce marking boards being conveyed by the chain.• Implemented improvements in ladder logic on 4-square chain life tester PLC to achieve customizable testing.• Trained in ISO 9001. Collaborated with Quality Manager and implementation team to write our ISO Quality Manual and successfully pass our first and subsequent certification audits. Show less

Product design and development, equipment startup and field service of installed papermaking equipment, specifically coaters and size presses.• Improved the repeatability of initial installation of pneumatic tail threader by performing on-site changes to operating parameters and incorporating design modifications.• Performed ANSYS FEA analysis of new coater head design to evaluate thermal stability.• Collaborated with lead engineer on testing and product improvement for new coater… Show more Product design and development, equipment startup and field service of installed papermaking equipment, specifically coaters and size presses.• Improved the repeatability of initial installation of pneumatic tail threader by performing on-site changes to operating parameters and incorporating design modifications.• Performed ANSYS FEA analysis of new coater head design to evaluate thermal stability.• Collaborated with lead engineer on testing and product improvement for new coater head swing arm brake to reduce coater head float. Show less