Summary of experience
Programming, Hydraulic and Pneumatic set-up of PLC controlled machinery, and troubleshooting automated machine systems
Experienced with use of Autocad, MSExcel, MSAccess, MSWord, RSLogix, Controllogix, RSView, VF drive software programs – well versed in Roll Finishing and Handling systems
Proficient in the design, programming, and troubleshooting of various panelview touchscreen applications related to automated machine systems
Various phases of electrical construction and maintenance
Professional experience
November 2007 - present
International Paper Co. – Franklin, VA – Process Control Department
* Responsible for troubleshooting PLC system operation in various areas of the paper mill and finishing departments
* Update operation interface devices and control systems in roll finishing department and other areas by writing new programs for operator panelview touchscreens, replacing VF drives, and updating PLC hardware and software
* Data collection programming using PI and PLC resources
* Training of maintenance personnel on new processes and machinery
September 2006 – November 2007
Taylor Engineering, Inc. – Como, NC
International Paper Co. – Franklin, VA – Project Diamond
* Contractor manager for mechanical and electrical installation of three upender systems in warehouse, roll monitoring camera system, and building lighting for all of the above
* Programming existing mill PLC’s and panelviews to interface with new PLC’s and equipment
* Contractor manager for electrical installation of new conveyor systems, truck docks, and air compressor system
* Assist in startup and troubleshooting of new and existing roll handling and finishing equipment
* Updating existing mill electrical drawings using Autocad to reflect changes in existing equipment, and correcting as-built drawings for new quipment
* Assist with operator training and safety of new operations
January 2004 – September 2006
Midwest Machine & Engineering – Onamia, MN
* Experience same as described below while working for Lamb – this company was formed by other former LGH employees to continue providing service to paper mills with roll finishing systems
July 2001 – January 2004
Lamb-Grays Harbor Co. declared bankruptcy in July 2001 – I was under contract at the mill listed below in Covington, VA and subcontracted myself to the mill to continue in the same capacity as a resident field service technician
August 1994- July 2001
Lamb-Grays Harbor Co. Hoquiam, WA
Field Service Representative
* Supervise mechanical and electrical installation of new and rebuilt, automated roll handling and finishing systems including:
* Machine alignment
* Pneumatic and hydraulic set-up
* Write and de-bug PLC software - primarily Allen-Bradley, some limited experience with Honeywell, GE Series Six, and Modicon
* Design and program panelview touchscreens for system alarms and production status with RSView and Panelbuilder software
* Program and set-up miscellaneous VF drive parameters
* Install hot-melt and cold glue systems
* Installation and set-up of Signode strappers, Ovalstrapping tying machines, Marsh stencilling equipment, Accusort barcode scanners
* Training mill maintenance and operations personnel
* Service calls to existing mills worldwide – troubleshooting, system inspections, installing upgrades
* On-site “resident” service rep at Westvaco mill in Covington, VA - on 24 hour basis on-call status for 9 years
July 1993 - June 1994 Kamtech, Inc. Plymouth, NC
Electrical Foreman
* Supervise 16-man crew over installation, wiring, and start-up of:
* 15kv transformers and switchgear
* 2300v MCC’s and motors
* 480v MCC’s and motors
* Allen-Bradley PLC’s
* Bailey DCS controls
Feb 1990 - May 1993 Lamb-Grays Harbor Co. Hoquiam, WA
Field Service Representative
* {same duties as described above in current position with exception of the resident duties}
July 1989 - Feb 1990 Brown & Root , Inc. Wickliffe, KY
Electrical Foreman
* Supervise 12-man crew over wiring and startup of:
* Jagenburg bi-winders
* Kone/Landel overhead cranes
* Valmet roll handling systems
* Valmet supercalendars
Journeyman electrician
* Lead-man on electrical crew for wiring and startup of Allen-Bradley PLC’s, Lamb roll finishing system, Kranco cranes, Beloit paper machine monitoring system, building lighting, power and fire alarms, and AC & DC drive controls
March 1980 - July 1988 J.H. Haynes Electric Co. Gulfport, MS
Journeyman electrician / foreman
* All phases of commercial, industrial, and residential electrical construction including:
* Chemical storage and processing plants
* Fire alarm systems
* Uninterruptable power supply systems
* Sewage treatment plants
* Renovations to shopping malls, hospitals, grocery stores, department stores, and hotels
* Refrigeration equipment
* Emergency generators
* Computer power centers
* Street and parking lot lighting
* 2 years on service truck
Education
Long Beach High School Long Beach, MS Honor graduate -1978
MS Gulf Coast Jr. College Perkinston, MS Pre-Med & science - no degree – 3.9 GPA
IBEW electrical apprenticeship - Local # 903 - Gulfport, MS
Allen-Bradley PLC-3 & PLC-5 training - Dallas, TX
References
Ray Sanford – coworker/friend – 540-969-5846
Tom Mosca - coworker by trade - 804-527-0159
Jeff Knudtson - friend/relative - 715-342-4672
Stan Merrill – coworker /supervisor – 513-319-2085
Rick Taylor – former employer – 757-562-2609
Robert Mickey – coworker – 757-569-4121
Jack Iseminger – coworker – 757-569-4530
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