I have 40 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing and education. Throughout my career I’ve seen the problems with communication and leadership from both sides. I can guide you to overhaul your company's way of sharing information.

Project manager

Managing the manufacturing of manufacturing solutions and systems. Project engineering on customer projects and needs.

Leading manufacturer and global distributor of household goods, personal care, health, and global consumer products, such as OxiClean, Xtra, VitaFusion, Orajel, Nair, and the full Arm & Hammer baking soda product line. Leads and manages two direct reports comprised of a Designer/Drafter and Controls Engineer while planning, executing, and managing medium- to large-scale projects ($100K to $3 million)Oversees installation, utilization, and maintenance of steam boiler systemDesigns new parts, weldments, and assemblies using SolidWorksContinuously enhances existing packaging equipment; includes evaluating air, water, and hydraulic needs of equipment to identify inefficiencies and implement improvementsMentors technical repair group and coaches production team on implementing best practicesForecasts and plans for future production needs, in addition to influencing plant and infrastructure improvements

Industry-leading manufacturer of tempered glass for residential windows and doors with 37 locations across the United States.Led and managed a wide range of small- to large-scale design and installation projectsDesigned new production equipment using SolidWorks and optimized existing equipment to increase efficiencyCollaborated with manufacturing team to enhance manufacturability of designsForecasted and planned for future production needs, in addition to influencing plant and infrastructure improvements

Research university and second-largest institution for higher education in Washington state behind the University of Washington. Instructed students in engineering design, manufacturing processes, and lab report formattingDemonstrated material testing techniques, such as tensile, hardness, and etch testing of welds to analyze HAZDeveloped curriculum and graded students on performance, as well as ability to capture and convey data