Ron Harrison

**** ******** ***

Columbus, IN **203

812-***-**** - 812-***-**** (m)

abh6p1@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Experience:

HPC Automation 10/09-10/10

Nashville, TN 37216

Applications Engineer - Controls: Responsibilities included concept

development, component specification, project cost analysis, and quoting

for custom automation control systems, stand alone assembly machines and

robotic systems. System specification included PLC and HMI components by

Allen-Bradley (ControLogix, CompactLogix, SLC 500, MicroLogix, PanelView

Plus, Panelview Standard, Versaview), AB Powerflex and Kinetix Servo

Drives, Cognex and Keyence Vision Systems, SMC electrical and pneumatic

actuators. Projects included solar panel manufacturing systems,

pharmaceutical assembly machines, automotive and small engine assembly

systems.

Keliron Control Solutions 10/06-10/09

Columbus, IN 47203

Owner / Controls Engineer: Responsibilities included system design &

development, system and cell layout, component specification and assembly,

HMI (AB Panelview, Panelview Plus) and PLC programming (AB ControLogix,

CompactLogix, SLC 500, PLC-5, Mitsubishi Q & FX Series), Capital Project &

Business Management, Equipment Specifications. Experienced in Emerson

Control Techniques and AB Powerflex Drives, machine troubleshooting &

repair, custom control panel design and build. Projects included panel

design and build for industrial gas-fired and electric furnaces, and press

automation. NFPA Member.

Cummins Mid-Engine Plant 01/08-07/08

Columbus, IN 47201

Contract Controls Engineer (Aerotek):. Responsibilities included

troubleshooting of automated diesel engine assembly equipment, Allen-

Bradley Panelview & Panelview Plus HMI and ControLogix, SLC 500 & PLC-5

programming.

IAC Components 09/07-01/08

Edinburgh, IN 46124

Contract Controls Engineer (Aerotek): .Responsibilities included

troubleshooting of automated assembly equipment, Allen-Bradley Panelview &

Panelview Plus HMI and ControLogix, SLC 500 PLC & PLC-5 programming.

StrikoDynarad 01/01-10/06

Zeeland, MI 49464

Technical Services Manager / Controls Engineer / Field Service Engineer:

Designed control systems for Aluminum and Magnesium melting and dosing

furnaces, related automation, and material handling systems for industry

OEM. Responsibilities included the revision of control systems to replace

relay controlled furnaces with Allen-Bradley SLC and CompactLogix

components, supervision of Field Service Technicians, installation of new

machines, furnace and control system troubleshooting and repair, and the

design of Allen-Bradley SLC, CompactLogix, Panelview Plus, and Panelview

control systems and programming for new products. Responsibilities also

included ensuring that the control systems meet all applicable NFPA, state

and local codes and ensuring that the control system enables the customer

to meet production and safety requirements.

Metaldyne Sintered Components (formerly MascoTech) 08/94-11/00

North Vernon, IN 47265

Program Manager (01/00-11/00): Managed new product launches of powdered

metal connecting rods for automotive engine programs. Duties included the

direct communication and interaction with customers in the automotive

industry utilizing QS-9000 procedures, as well as, the selection and

procurement of the equipment necessary to manufacture connecting rods.

Accomplishments include the successful launch of a $9 million manufacturing

project for the International-Navistar 7.3L diesel connecting rod program,

the development and integration an automated packaging cell utilizing a

Fanuc M710I-track mounted robot, and the implementation of a CNC machining

process for connecting rods.

Controls Engineer (07/98-01/00): Developed new, and improved existing

control systems for Compacting, Sintering, Forging and Finishing processes

in the manufacture of powdered metal connecting rods for the automotive

industry. Accomplishments include: The development and implementation of

$2 million material handling automation project in the Forging area that

resulted in a 30% increase of productivity per production line, the

revision of Sintering atmosphere controls to provide a safer work

environment, as well as the design and implementation of a ControlNet

network for the Forging and Finishing areas. Responsibilities include the

design, layout, documentation of control systems and panels, and the

integration of Allen-Bradley PLC-5 ControlNet and Fanuc R-J2 and R-J3

control systems.

Maintenance Manager (05/96-07/98): Developed and implemented

Preventive/Predictive Maintenance Program to be consistent with the

requirements of QS-9000 and the Ford Excellence Award for Preventive

Maintenance with minimal equipment downtime required. Managed the

installation of various industrial equipment, continuous improvement

activities, and normal equipment repairs within budgetary constraints.

Managed (22) Maintenance Specialists with various skills and implemented a

plan to ensure a 100% cross-trained staff within (5) years.

Maintenance Team Leader (08/94-05/96): Developed and installed control

circuits for various mechanical presses, robotics systems, grinding and

finishing equipment, and material handling systems. Developed and

implemented improved programming schemes for existing programmable

controllers. Trained new maintenance personnel and provided technical

support on the proper installation and troubleshooting of electrical,

hydraulic, and pneumatic control circuits.

Mariah Foods 10/92-08/94

Columbus, IN 47201

Maintenance Supervisor: Supervised a crew of mechanics and electrical

apprentices in the proper maintenance and troubleshooting procedures and

techniques in a pork processing facility. Trained maintenance personnel in

proper electrical safety procedures for the USDA environment.

Lovelace Electric Company, Inc. 04/89-10/92

1414 Lafayette Street

Columbus, IN 47201

Licensed Electrician: Performed installation, repair and maintenance of

various residential, commercial, agricultural and industrial electrical

power and control systems.

Arvin North American Automotive 03/84-04/89

Gladstone Avenue

Columbus, IN 47201

Tube Mill Operator: Performed the operation, set-up and maintenance of a

continuous tubing forming operation for the use in automotive exhaust

systems.

Quality Assurance/Inspector: Inspected various automotive exhaust system

components for defects and imperfections.

United States Army 10/80-11/83

Fort Campbell KY

Mainz, West Germany

Tactical Communications Systems Mechanic: Performed the installation and

maintenance of portable and vehicular mounted radio, telephone, and

encrypted communication systems.

Related Training:

. Cognex - In-Sight Vision Systems - Cognex

05/10

. Introduction to Visual Basic - IVY Tech. College

05/09

. Underwriter's Laboratories Industrial Control Panel UL 508A - UL

02/08

. Mitsubishi FX3 Series Programming - Mitsubishi

02/06

. ControlTechniques SyptPro Drive Programming - Allied Automation

01/06

. Rockwell Software RSLogix 5000 Project Development - Rockwell

10/05

. Allen-Bradley Developing Panelview Applications - Rockwell

03/01

. Ford Full Service Supplier Partnering Guidelines - Ford Motor Co.

09/00

. Ford Full Service Supplier FPDS Process Overview - Ford Motor Co.

08/00

. APQP, FMEA, Control Plans - SME

02/00

. Allen-Bradley Designing and Configuring a ControlLogix System - Rockwell

02/99

. Continuous Improvement - Performance Enhancement Group

12/98

. Allen-Bradley Designing and Configuring a ControlNet Network - Rockwell

09/98

. FANUC R-J2/M410I Electrical Maintenance - Fanuc

08/98

. Allen-Bradley RSLogix5 Software Proficiency - Rockwell

07/98

. ABB S4 Programming - ABB 06/98

. Manage The Change - Ford Motor Co.

01/98

. Coaching Workshop - Fournies and Associates

10/97

. FANUC R-J2 HandlingTool Application Programming - Fanuc

09/97

. Maintenance Management - Clemson University

10/96

. Team Oriented Problem Solving - Performance Enhancement Group

09/96

. AutoCAD R12/13/14 - Ivan Nichols

08/96

. Project Management - Pryor Seminars

01/96

. Interpersonal Supervisory Skills Workshop - Masco Corp.

06/95

. Microsoft Project 4.0 - Jim Gordon, Inc.

05/95

. Allen-Bradley PLC-5 Design and Programming - Allen-Bradley

02/95

. Allen-Bradley PLC-5 Maintenance and Troubleshooting - Allen-Bradley

08/94

. Allen-Bradley SLC-500 APS Programming - Allen-Bradley

01/93

. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Project, Visio,

AutoCAD, RS Logix 5000,

RS Logix 500, RSView Studio/ME, Panelbuilder 32. Licensed

Electrician for 20+ years.

Education:

Indiana Wesleyan University 02/96 - 04/98

Marion, IN

Associate of Science in Business

Edinburgh High School 1976 - 1980

Edinburgh, IN

Contact this candidate