With over a decade of experience in project management, I’ve had the privilege of working on complex projects in automation, robotics, and mechanical systems. My work has taken me across the globe—from the US and the UK to Japan—always to deliver projects on time, within budget, and leaving my clients satisfied with the results.My journey has provided me with a strong foundation in project management methodologies, automation workflows, and robotic systems, while also honing my skills in mechanical design, team leadership, and client relations.I’m passionate about collaborating with diverse teams to tackle challenges, develop innovative solutions, and enhance efficiency. I'm always excited to connect with others who share a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
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Project ManagerItipack Systems - North America Mar 2024 - Aug 2024Burlington, Ontario, CanadaManaged multiple small to medium-sized projects, leading teams of 5-20 and ensuring timely milestone completion. Facilitated meetings to foster collaboration and received positive feedback. Coordinated shipping, installation, and commissioning, while resolving design and build issues. Developed training and resource documentation, and communicated project changes promptly. Showcased strong communication, accountability, and adaptability.• Managed 6 to 7 small to medium customized projects simultaneously• Led teams of 5 to 20 people per project• Initiated all internal and client-facing meetings to encourage collaboration and alignment with project objectives with strong positive feedback• Organized and coordinated shipping, installation and commissioning of completed custom projects• Met all project milestones on time or communicated changes timely and accordingly to clients• Worked alongside engineering and manufacturing teams to address design/build issues, and offered solutions or alternatives to maintain project integrity and deadlines• Created training and resource documentation for internal and external useProject Budgets: $100,000-$1.5 mil+ -
Project ManagerI-Cubed Industry Innovators Inc. May 2023 - Dec 2023Hamilton, Ontario, CanadaManaged projects effectively by creating comprehensive work plans, collaborating with engineering and production teams, and allocating necessary resources for industrial, commercial, and specialized automation projects. • Managed between 4 to 9 projects simultaneously of varying size and duration• Led several teams of 5 to 12 people per project• Designed and implemented new documentation to streamline project development and efficiency on site. Designed and implemented new documentation (feedback process) for post-project debriefing on assessment and future projects• Improved project progress by noticeable metrics within 2 months• Highly adept in project and time management• Accomplished in B2B and CRM• Incredibly organized and conscientious of project requirementsProject budgets: $100,000-$600,000+ -
Automation SpecialistThermo Fisher Scientific Jul 2019 - Apr 2023Burlington, Ontario, CanadaProvided early input on project plans, understood customer workflow requirements, and collaborated with various teams to address concerns for biomedical platforms and lab automation projects for big-name biomedical and pharmaceutical companies. • Researched, developed, and installed over 30 unique automated workflows• Advanced knowledge in installing and configuring proprietary software• Skilled in project management through maintaining and ensuring on-site progress, testing and troubleshooting systems for optimized motion and workflows for big-name biomedical and pharmaceutical companies• Initiated training for internal colleagues to contribute toward personal and professional improvement efforts on topics such as company software and building platforms while on-site and at customer locations • Very qualified in training customer technicians and clients to address concerns for biomedical platforms and lab automation • Excellent customer relationships and feedback with repeated requests to return for future projects• Highly skilled in teaching 2 movers and robots (proprietary designs)• Played a key role in feedback loops with Operations and R&D teams• Travelled globally to install customer systemsProject budgets: $500,000-$2.0 mil+ -
Application EngineerBluewrist Inc. Apr 2018 - May 2019Markham, Ontario, CanadaInstalled and configured robotic vision solutions as the application engineer, provided technical support, travelled for system installation and training, and contributed to product development and maintenance.• Knowledgeable in the installation and configuration of Bluewrist products• Contributed to the engineering, software, and sales teams toward the development, improvement, and maintenance of products and solutions through extensive hands-on experience• Ensured engineering deliverables consistently complied with regulations and standards• Consistent in ensuring delivery of the company's operational goals and sales objectives• Created new training materials for internal use for engineers, software, and IT• Trained customers on proprietary Bluewrist products and software• Very proficient in actively troubleshooting automated, technical, and software issues• Experienced in CRM through hands-on demonstrations while recreating issues for customer and client clarification system installation and training• Travelled throughout the Greater Toronto Area (20%)• Skilled in various industry areas: automation, industrial, automotive, and medical -
Field Service EngineerSwisslog Nov 2015 - Mar 2018Mississauga, Ontario, CanadaSpecialized in pharmaceutical robotics, particularly with pneumatics in pill-pick systems, as well as lab enclosures.• Highly accomplished in pharmaceutical robotics, particularly with pneumatics in pill-pick systems, as well as lab systems• Incredibly well-versed in on-site service, maintenance, evaluation, troubleshooting, fixing, and installing robots• Beyond proficient in the on-site maintenance of pill-pick systems and lab systems• Reduced overall rejection rate at the assigned customer site in less than 3 months• Excellent customer service experience (from 24/7 on-call support for hospital technicians)• Skilled in training hospital technicians, with a focus on teaching and guiding lab technicians for efficient RPA• Very adept in team collaboration through engaging in biweekly meetings with Operations Engineers• Proficient in document organization of completing order forms for replacement parts, and providing detailed updates to hospital management on machinery status and issue resolutions• Travelled to various locations in the Greater Toronto Area to service machines on-site (70%) -
Service TechnicianWittmann Battenfeld Jun 2015 - Aug 2015Richmond Hill, Ontario, CanadaTravelled to various locations within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) to provide on-site service, evaluation, and maintenance of machines.• Skilled in troubleshooting, fixing, and installing robots both at the main office and on-site• Specialization in Cartesian-type robots -
Technical CoordinatorT-Mobile Oct 2008 - Jul 2011Merthyr Tydfil, WalesProvided technical support for a range of mobile devices, including broadband USBs and Blackberries. Developed a broad range of technical knowledge and handled customer service inquiries, payment transactions, and general information. Monitored transmitters for potential network issues reported by users.
Matthew Thomas Education Details
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Robotics And Automation, Electro-Mechanical Engineering
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Matthew Thomas's current role is Project Manager | Automation, Robotics & Electro-Mechanical Engineering | Building RPA Solutions.
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Matthew Thomas attended Centennial College.
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