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Seattle, Washington, Us

Provided leadership and direction to a team of highly skilled technicians and managers in delivering Material Handling Systems/Applications, Industrial Automation and Robotics services in a 24/7 logistics environment.

The Hague, Zh, Nl

Responsible for the maintenance operations and long term planning for the largest shipping terminal in the Western Hemisphere.• Responsible for a fleet of 400+ terminal vehicles (trucks, busses, cars, vans, heavy lifts, terminal tractors, top loaders, etc..).• Managed Asset Maintenance budgets of approximately $40 million annually.• Developed and managed 5-year Asset Maintenance business plan for the terminal.• Managed and implemented multi-million dollar projects, ranging from electrification, equipment purchases, implementationto construction.• Performed medium and long-term planning for asset purchase, refurbishment and disposal to maintain overall assetintegrity ensuring the achievement of operational targets.• Deployed the machinery, procedures and workforce needed to support the operational plan, working closely with allsupport functions ensuring stability and high productivity levels.• Defined and tracked global and local KPIs and targets whilst reporting deviations from targets, developingimprovement actions where necessary.• Maintained a working and professional relationship with ILWU labor union while complying to the ILWU labor contract.• Ensured compliance with local HSSE regulations, policies & procedures, enforcing safe working practices andpromoting a safe workplace.• Ensured all operational and technical risks are identified, reviewed and suitable mitigations are put in place.• Developed business cases, and technical equipment reports, as required. Approved and authorized expenditures anddeveloped cost estimations pertaining to technical equipment maintenance and repair.• Decreased Corrective Maintenance by optimizing Preventive Maintenance schedules.

Santa Fe Springs, Ca, Us

Responsible for daily operations of Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance, MSD, and EHS Departments. Develops long and short term strategies that ensure positive results in the areas of Manufacturing, R & D, and EHS.• Developed yearly budgets for Maintenance, Manufacturing Engineering, EHS and MSD departments.• Implemented KPI System, which reduced equipment downtime and work order on-time completion.• Decreased Manufacturing Engineering Department new product implementation times from R&D to Production by 31%.• Effectively switched Maintenance Department to the new CMMS System.• Successfully completed number of large CAPEX projects, using internal resources as well as 3rd party vendors.• Led V&H Safety team to successfully develop and implement site safety policies (Injury Illness Prevention Plan (IIPP), andEmergency Preparedness Plan)• Used past experience leading V&H Process Improvement Team to successfully implementing improvements in Productionand Packaging departments.

Responsible for the maintenance and improvement of facility utility systems, buildings and grounds, elimination of interruptions to ongoing operations and the supports growth and modernization goals. Manages contractors, service providers and in house maintenance staff. Develops and administers budget, ensures projects are completed on schedule, and supervises staff.• Successfully led a senior management team tasked with a DC start up.• Identified and implemented cost savings initiatives.• Supported all capital as well as facilities improvement projects and oversaw all ongoing maintenance in office, factory, andwarehouse.• Implemented KPI System, which improved work order completion by 35%.• Met all OSHA and other appropriate standards• Managed third party vendors (landscaping, janitorial, security services)• Successfully used Root Cause Analysis to resolve and prevent problems from recurring.• Used the CMMS system to properly document maintenance tasks, work instructions and good management reports.• Maintained a log on the history of repairs by type of equipment and developed improvement priorities based on trends.• Recommended, and coordinated projects improving equipment safety as well as performance.• Improved preventive maintenance programs for all utility, equipment buildings, grounds, and production.• Responded to after-hours facilities related emergencies and determined appropriate course of action to resolve issues.

Seattle, Wa, Us

FACILITIES MANAGERDirected multiple facilities operations including the creation of business plans, managing vendor contracts, mentoring employees and streamlining internal processes. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:• Improved employee productivity by 37 percent by implementing the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and launching a preventative maintenance program and inventory control system. • Achieved a stellar safety record with zero accidents occurring due to in-depth technical and safety training. • Improved department financial health by partnering with the finance team to develop and track budgets. • Provided strategic counsel regarding the creation and completion of multi-million dollar business plans. • Led various leadership teams to support Kaizen events. • Oversaw the successful execution of internally and externally sponsored projects including Robostow Robotic Arm, KIVA Robotic Drives, Autonomously Guided Vehicles (AGV), Box on Demand (BOD), PIT Chargers, as well as numerous Material Handling Equipment (MHE) additions and re-configurations.

OPERATIONS MANAGERDrove the increases in production efficiencies of a premier manufacturer of custom-built transformers, inductors, and medical power supplies. A strategic leader with high business acumen and strong engineering skills.KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:- Developed strategies to improve manufacturing output by 33 percent.- Improved business profitability by reducing operating costs by 28 percent.- Created a world class organization that is highly customer focused.- Fostered Lean culture.- Reduced lead times to one of the best in the industry.- Reduced manufacturing costs.- Improved material yield.- Zero accidents

OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE MANAGERLed the expansion of the manufacturing and installation operations of a high-end consumer electronics business by implementing improvements in manufacturing operations, maintenance, and logistics.KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:• Transformed internal performance by creating measurable project objectives that needed to align with annual budget parameters and overall business goals.• Successfully used Lean manufacturing best practices to elevate production efficiency while reducing waste and downtime. • Grew the company from a six employee “Mom & Pop Shop” to over 40 employees.

MAINTENANCE MANAGER (1998 – 2002)Led a team of 40 mechanics and electricians tasked with ensuring 100 percent equipment uptime for 24/7 manufacturing operations. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:• Increased employee productivity by 35 percent by launching a new preventative maintenance program. • Optimized processes in collaboration with the subcontractors and internal departments.• Restructured the stockroom resulting in significantly improved inventory management.

MANUFACTURING ENGINEER (1995 – 1998)Designed innovative manufacturing methods by leveraging cutting-edge knowledge of product design, materials, processes, equipment capabilities and quality control standards. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:• Became a trusted advisor to senior management regarding the most effective ways to improve production and employee standards. • Decreased meat plant downtime by 56 percent.

Ba, Business

Bs, Automated Manufactuting Technology