Kenneth D. Roberts

Greater Atlanta Area | 404-***-**** | pingm2@r.postjobfree.com | www.linkedin.com/in/kennethdroberts

Senior Engineering and Maintenance Manager

Results-focused, process-oriented senior engineering and maintenance manager. Proven ability to take costs and wastes out of an operation while simultaneously improving quality. Known for a hands-on managerial style and a can-do attitude; able to work with people on all levels of an organization. B.S., Industrial Technology. Completed Six Sigma Black Belt training; certification is pending. Core competencies include:

Engineering leadership. Adept at working within an organization’s strategic plan to solve operational challenges by cultivating effective teams, by partnering with operations, and by developing solutions that improve key metrics. Team made improvements in the areas of mechanical, electrical, energy-related, processing equipment, material handling systems, conveyor systems, sorting systems, ergonomics, order flow, and space utilization.

Maintenance management. Led a three-shift team of six direct and 46 indirect reports who were in charge of maintenance of mechanical, electrical and energy-related equipment in our 2M square foot facility. Managed PM programs for our sorting equipment, conveyor systems, and fleet 200+ powered industrial trucks (PIT). Achieved 2700 days 670K hours without a lost time accident.

Project management. In the past 20 years, have managed 15 major projects with budgets ranging from $2M to $13M, teams up to eight people, and timeframes up to 24 months. Also managed 150+ projects less than $2M in this span. Recently completed a $13M goods-to-person (GTP) automated material handling system that will save $2.3M per year. Projects typically improved productivity by 12-30%.

Professional Experience

1981 – 2012 | J. C. Penney Company, Inc.

Senior Engineering Manager | JCPenney Logistics Center | Atlanta, Georgia | 2003 – 2012

Led a team of two industrial engineers and one engineering technician who supported three distribution facilities.

Planned, budgeted, and justified annual capital improvement budget of $3M. Responsibilities also included:

Implementing productivity improvement programs.

Working with our operating partners to develop appropriate solutions for day-to-day challenges.

Designing and installing material handling system improvements.

Driving process improvements and improving process layouts.

Monitoring the ergonomics program.

Partnered with the local maintenance departments to provide cohesive support for the operating departments.

Worked closely with the operating departments to assess needs and provide solutions.

Became familiar with warehouse management open systems (WMOS) and AutoCAD.

Maintenance Manager | JCPenney Catalog Fulfillment Center | Atlanta, Georgia | 1998 – 2003

Led a three-shift team of six direct and 46 indirect reports – including mechanics, electricians, HVAC and carpentry technicians – who were in charge of maintenance of mechanical, electrical and energy-related equipment in our 2M square foot facility.

Held direct responsibility for maintenance materials budget for building and equipment repairs, janitorial supplies and outside maintenance contracts.

Directly involved in initiating effective PM programs for our fleet of 200+ forklifts, sorting equipment, and conveyor systems.

Achieved 2700 days 670K hours without a lost time accident.

Industrial Engineering Supervisor | JCPenney Catalog Fulfillment Center | Atlanta, Georgia | 1988 – 1998

This position involved direct supervision of the overall efforts of the engineering staff, which included four industrial engineers, two engineering technicians, one facilities technician, and one draftsperson.

Developed strong consultative relationships with center management, operations, and maintenance.

Senior Industrial Engineer | JCPenney Catalog Distribution Center | Milwaukee, Wisconsin | 1985 – 1988

Conducted engineering studies relating to all phases of the Catalog Fulfillment Center operation.

Analyzed methods and procedures, space utilization, order flow, material handling systems, and operating costs.

Specified material handling equipment. Consulted with vendors regarding equipment capabilities, manufacturing lead-times, and installation schedules.

Industrial Engineer | JCPenney Catalog Fulfillment Center | Milwaukee, Wisconsin | 1981 – 1985

Implemented productivity improvements and conducted method analysis.

Completed and implemented minor capital projects and worked with client departments to improve workflow.

Education

B.S., Industrial Technology | University of Wisconsin-Stout | 1981

Concentration: Manufacturing Engineering

Training and Professional Development

5S / 6S (safety, sort, set, shine, standardize, sustain)

Confined Space

DOT / Hazmat Employee

Electrical Safety

Ergonomics

Forklift Safety

Hazardous Communications

Hazardous Materials (HazMat)

Hearing Protection

Lockout / Tagout (LOTO)

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)

Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Six Sigma

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