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- 1. Jason Kitchenham 530 Scarlett rd https://ca.linkedin.com/pub/jason-kitchenham/38/2ab/571 Etobicoke, Ontario Tel: 289-684-0229 E-mail. engineer8260@gmail.com With over 20 years in the manufacturing industry, I have extensive experience in effectively coordinating required resources, executing multiple projects simultaneously while working with conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment. I am confident and meticulous with any project set before me. I bring high energy and enthusiasm that inspires and motivates in a team environment. I bring a proven background in cultivating a culture that has a buy in mentality that guarantees success. Professional Management Proficiencies Professional Experience Matcom Industrial Installations Estimator/Project Manager, Aug 1 2015 - April 20 2016 Matcom Idustrial Installations is a full service multi-trade organization, With the ability to fully service Millwrighting, Process piping and Rigging needs. Full plant moves/relocations. Specializing in Food grade and pharmaceutical operations. Identified trends by researching industries and related events, publications, and announcements which led to a $100,000+ monthly growth of my account portfolio. Adhered to ethical behaviour and business practices, ensuring that own behaviour and the behaviour of others was consistent with the values of the organization. Business Development Operations Management Maintenance /Engineering Automation Leverage multiple media types to Identify, develop and implement growth Opportunities Foster long-term relationships to drive revenue Create opportunities through branding and company awareness Account management using CRM software Negotiate win-win terms and contracts Engage internal resources to ensure customer loyalty Devise strategic plans to deliver solutions Accurate estimation of cost of a project Prepare Quotes and Presentations Facility planning and capital projects Prepare capital budgets and capital forecast updates Coordinate all aspects of equipment planning, procurement and installation Both Waterfall method and Agile Approach Kanban Requirements Interact with external contractors to ensure work orders are complete and required materials are available Identify potential problems early Prepare and submit administrative reports Kaizen, Lean, S5 and Six Sigma methodology Maintain multiple production lines Assist in changeovers and increase changeover efficiency Create a Preventative Maintenance Program Implement Proactive maintenance programs and Predictive maintenance schedules Identify, incorporate and coordinate change to the product base line Participate in and/or generate NRE estimates for sustaining product design changes Develop reliability enhancement projects Prepare accurate ROI Use SAP and ERP system Co-ordinate, lead and develop site automation project teams Ensure compliance with all legislative requirements in the facility's geographic location Troubleshoot process automation problems Work with engineering following PPAP and APQP approval in resolving non-value added processes Work in design stage of processes both for start- up and current production projects Scientific Research and Experimental Development Monitor and calculate OEE
- 2. Work closely and manage multi-trade personnel and sub-contractors according to costumer requirements Identified and grew opportunities by means of clear and consistent communication. Developed trusting relationship with key accounts and customers that secured contracts with large hard to obtain accounts. Prepared competitive bidding situation, while ensuring that the contract can be carried out profitably Identified labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents. Presented prepared estimates by assembling and displaying numerical and descriptive information in an understandable format. Diligently followed up on all submitted bids and budgets, Both internally and externally. Created detailed work plans which identified and sequenced the activities needed to successfully complete the project on time and on budget. Ensured that all project personnel received the appropriate orientation of the projects scope Identified problems and contingencies early , Gathered relevant information and advice from team to generate recommendations and/or resolve the problem early. Process Group Inc. Director of Operations, Oct 2013 July 2015 The Process Group is a heavy equipment, multi-trade service organization, industrial installations and a single source supplier of Engineering, Rigging, Construction, Fabrication, Millwright/Maintenance services to manufacturing and processing plants. Developed innovative initiatives to enhance internal efficiency and effectiveness. Worked with a team to develop initiatives to enhance revenue generation Operational planning, guidance and mentoring that ensured that required infrastructure and support services were in place. Facilitated the development, maintenance and monitoring of equipment logs(Jonus asset tracking module) which increased uptime by 28% and increased the CVOR rating by 35% Initiated policy updates that will prepare the organization for ongoing change and growth. Responsible for the development and management of integrated, strategic departmental alignment that reduced operational overhead by 20% Responsible for the development and management of the annual operating and capital budgets. Ensured Compliance and certification of all applicable standards and licensing A.O. Smith/GSW Ltd. Automation and Weld/Process Engineering Manager, March 2011 - Oct 2013 A.O Smith/GSW Ltd. Holds the largest market share of the Water heater industry. Using innovative manufacturing and welding techniques coupled with state of the art designs. Set goals and managed successful performance of all employees. Managed the team within the budget parameters by forecasting, implementing and defining staffing plans Anticipated problems and risks using a mean time between errors calculation. Identified project variances within time frames that prevented budget over-runs. Ensured that manufacturing and engineering operations were fully synchronized with other organizational departments that ensured operational efficiency. Identified operational inefficiencies, then developed and implemented changes that increased productivity and profitability. Successfully prepared mechanical project specifications for a $3.5 million dollar automated line Designed, programmed, tested and commissioning of new systems and processes.
- 3. Planned, implemented and monitored work schedules consistent with the needs of the plant, special projects and preventative maintenance programs using Emaint3X software Worked with Procurement towards strategic inventory control plan. Maximize First Pass Yield that reduced rework from 35.3% to 2.1% and eliminated re-handling Made recommendations on the latest available technologies that improved the existing equipment. Championed a project that developed a new technology using the weld process to cure glass JCC Tech Industrial Consulting and Contracting Owner and Proprietor, Feb 2009 Jan 2012 JCC Tech was an industrial consulting and contracting firm consisting of 10 full time and contract personnel. Industries serviced included automotive, heavy machinery, military and educational facilities. PMP of large scale projects Integration of automated equipment and part transfer lines (robotic and varies conveyor styles) Communicate and coordinate with various skilled trades and contractors to maintain timelines Design one of a kind machinery and systems for unique applications Trained maintenance staff and supervisors for safe operation of modified and new equipment Ensured conformance to all applicable standards including scheduling government inspections Highlights of Key Projects: Military Project for FX Simulation Training Package Co-ordinate with multiple vendors to develop a full FX Simulation Training Package for the military (non-pyrotechnic IED simulator) Responsible for allocation and expenditure of capital budget Provide technical requirements and specifications to the military, law enforcement agencies, nuclear safety commission and homeland security Develop Standard Operating Procedures and Operation Manuals Marine Service Project Management Weld specialist, studied quality control issues and marine weld inspections Provided root cause analysis and recommendations for predictive maintenance schedules Provided multi-trade leadership to maintain budgets and timelines Robotically Loaded C.N.C implementation & integration Review existing implementation of C. N.C. vendor equipment to determine if implementation at customer site would result in the required return on investment Work with client to develop effective product flow, identify bottlenecks and present recommendations and process improvements Mar-Ver Machine and Tool Inc./ Oxford Moulding Inc. Engineering Manager/Plant Manager, Jan 2007 - Feb 2009 (Automotive tooling/ injection and blow moulding) Implemented company Policies to ensure the new owner was successful Staff development including setting goals, evaluating performance, providing coaching and mentoring that engaged employees and developed a buy-in mentality Ensured proper planning and control for all areas of responsibility in department (e.g. labour, overtime, equipment, travel, etc) Developed the accountability and traceability policies(Iso/Qso 900) that made Mar-Ver compliant and able to compete and participate in the Automotive industry. This ultimately propelled us as a direct supplier of quality tooling for General Motors. Initiated safe work policy resulting in a ZERO lost time environment Contributed to ongoing improvements to throughput Worked with design departments on single and multi-cavity mould designs that secured us contracts with multiple Military application products, all exceeding MIL-Specs
- 4. Maintained and exceeded legislated safety standards that ensured a safe work environment for staff and clients. Worked with clients for proper expectation of product, Such as polymer base and Durometer rating Developed, implemented and maintained specifications control procedures Cycle time analysis and utilization Wellmaster Pipe and Supply Ltd Automation Engineering And Maintenance Manager, Jan 1994 Jan 2007 Wellmaster is an innovative manufacturer of gas/Oil and water well Drilling Supplies, Such as couplings, collar stock, and piping( from 他 up to 36 diameters) With a seasonal supply business for the green house industry. Developing and manufacturing collapsible wagons, carts and plant transfer systems. Initiated the implementation and integration of a new automation line. It was a really in-depth project so I put together a safety review committee. We worked together for a month to identify the safety and ergonomic needs, and what procedures would meet those needs. Implemented a robotic automation line increased productivity by 230% (record 17 month ROI) Responsible for $1M operations budget and $3M capital budget using Visual Manufacturing Software Identified a cost reduction of a paint that was used on an identification plate, I changed the color green by one shade and it saved us $0.006 per piece, with an annual saving of $252,000 Full cycle product development, working closely with clients that ensured specifications were met while designing products that were robotically friendly to optimize production R&D project that developed a robotically weld friendly gusset that reduced cost and utilized automation more efficiently and increased output of manual welded projects Designed and implemented expandable multi-tooling system that reduced change-over times from 4 hours to under one hour. Retro- fit older equipment with automated controls and up to date safe guarding to increase production and safety while maintaining budget requirements Managed inventory, purchasing, cost analysis and budgets utilizing ERP Visual Manufacturing C.N.C machinist /welder, fitter/fabricator, C.N.C programmer, Millwright, Automation Engineer Ensure applicable safety standards, government legislations and industry requirements including ISO-9000 and API, are met