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Fort Collins, Co

Provided Owner’s Engineering consulting services to power generation clients. Performed business development functions in pursuit of new clients and projects (developed marketing materials).• Collaborated on Phase 1 Feasibility Study for proposed new 50 MW power generation facility (estimated cost >$50M) and managed the final report to the Owner. Study used by the Owner’s Board in determination to move forward with the project.• Prepared monthly updates to Owner regarding the status of a new power generation facility under construction.

Greater Denver Area

Plan, direct and coordinate all logistical activities that support five work facilities. Developed and implemented organizational policies that standardize practices and processes across all facilities. Introducing 5S Methodology into a historically non-LEAN culture in order to increase efficiency and promote consistency.• Instituted material handling processes and documentation to facilitate accurate control (>95% accuracy) over a multi-million dollar inventory.• Reorganized material footprint at two locations that increased storage capacity by 40% - reorganization of other facilities is being planned.• Adjusted individual roles and responsibilities and instituted cross-training of team members that increased flexibility and adaptability in support dynamic project demands.• Initiated data collection processes in order to establish appropriate and viable performance metrics.• Began introducing 5S Methodology at one work facility – will completely train team members and implement practices that will become the standard for all facilities.

Boulder, Co

Directed all instrument manufacturing operations on multiple production lines which accounted for over $40M annual revenue. Facilitated integration of new instrument production line and retirement of old. Led, trained and mentored production team to exceed key operational metrics.• Exceeded on-time-delivery targets (>95% OTD) 3 years consecutively by identifying, quantifying and adapting to dynamic customer demands.• Reduced costs for labor year over year by implementing balanced work load schedules and leveraging cross-training (>90% team cross-trained to multiple roles).• Executed integration of new product line resulting in 50% reduction in lead time without missing customer shipments, while remaining focused on product quality (included retirement of old product line).• Enhanced operations and raised efficiencies by implementing lean manufacturing and ergonomics to increase productivity, reduce errors and eliminate waste.• Led SAP implementation into Production as part of a division-wide project, on time, within budget and without disruption to manufacturing operations.• Managed ongoing environmental, health and safety training (EHS) which led to “0” Production floor lost time accidents over 3 year period and contributed to consecutive OSHA VPP Star awards to the plant.• Influenced and facilitated harmony in multi-ethnic, multi-cultural manufacturing environment by coaching, mentoring and active conflict resolution.

Boulder, Co

Filled Customer Orders with completely certified analytical instruments. Create and validate all e-file documentation in preparation for Shipping.*Initially took this role to supplement my income while serving as pastor of a small church. Later moved into manufacturing leadership role at GE.

Milliken, Co

Served as spiritual leader for the congregation and developed overall vision, strategy and goals of ministry. Managed day to day operations, counseled individuals and oversaw church budget.This was a bi-vocational position. I was also working at General Electric in Boulder during my time leading this ministry.

Sandersville, Ga

Thomson Plastics, Inc. is a producer of plastic injection-molded parts and a supplier to companies such as Honda, Briggs & Stratton, Husqvarna, Club Car, and Trojan Batteries.Performed multiple roles in opening and establishing new custom injection molding plant. Led purchasing, shipping and plant scheduling operations. Served as interim plant manager.• Collaborated with headquarter departments to integrate and establish logistics, purchasing and other business systems into new facility.• Facilitated installation of new equipment and processes that increased plant production capacity 50%.• Drove operational processes to meet increasing production requirements without loss of quality while meeting all targets for cost, productivity, accuracy, quality and timeliness.o Developed and trained logistics team to adapt to fluid customer demands.o Implemented balanced scheduling and material flow to optimize machine capacity.o Aggressively directed inbound and outbound logistics operations.

Thomson, Ga

Started as a contract onsite representative at the Club Car manufacturing facility in Augusta, GA. Utilized excellent communication skills (written and verbal) to connect with the customer. I ensured part availability, provided real-time communication of manufacturing line requirements and adjustments, and rectified part quality issues. I was converted to a full-time salaried employee. Later served as onsite representative at the Dixie-Narco manufacturing facility in Williston, SC and the Husqvarna Manufacturing Plant in Orangeburg, SC.

Graniteville, Sc

Served as spiritual leader for the congregation and developed overall vision, strategy and goals of ministry. Managed day to day operations, counseled individuals and oversaw church budget.This was a bi-vocational position. I worked at Thomson Plastics during my time leading this ministry.

Clemson, Sc

Assisted the spiritual leader of the congregation and implemented overall vision, strategy and goals of ministry. Supported day to day operations and counseled individuals.

Seneca, Sc

Square D Company is a leader in the Electrical Distribution industry. I was hired by the Square D Company to design the enclosures and bus (conductors) support for low voltage distribution gear.Duties included:Project Management; Design & Development of a new low voltage product line; Redesign, modification & maintenance of current low voltage production line; Part & assembly design (utilizing CADDS 5 CAD/CAM 3D Solid Modeling); additional experience in Human Factors Engineering, Dimension and Tolerance, Experimental Design, Finite Element Analysis, and Optimization techniques.

Loring Air Force Base, Loring, Me

• Air Force Institute of Technology• B-52 Air Operations Staff Officer• B-52 Radar Navigator (Bombardier): Participated in Desert Shield and Desert Storm• B-52 NavigatorAwards:• Air Force Air Medal (1 Oak Leaf Cluster)• Air Force Aerial Achievement Medal• Air Force Commendation Medal

Master Of Science (M.S.), Mechanical Engineering

I pursued my Master's degree in preparation for my next assignment as an Engineering instructor at the United States Air Force Academy.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Air Force R.O.T.C., Arnold Air Society, and Scabbard & BladeWhile earning my undergraduate degree I worked.

Master Of Divinity (M.Div.), Pastoral Studies/Counseling