THOMAS R. GRIBBIN
Allison Park, PA 15101
412-***-**** (H) 412-***-**** (C)
abh7pk@r.postjobfree.com
SUMMARY
Plant Operations Supervisor/Senior Facilities Engineer, who is
conscientious, organized and highly motivated, with the unique ability to
solve problems and motivate people. Over twenty years of experience as a
technician and engineer. Excels at learning and teaching on the job, works
well independently or in a team environment. Extensive Facility Management
experience with additional project skills in cost management, coordination
of facility relocation, plant layout design, parts procurement, planning
and equipment installation. Fifteen years experience as a Senior
Technician. Technical skills include general equipment maintenance,
hydraulic systems, electronic components, assembly and repair of various
components. Experienced with laboratory protocol and quality control
applications.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SIEMENS ENERGY, INC., Stationary Fuel Cell Division, Pittsburgh, PA 1998-
Present
Supervisor of Plant Operations, Senior Facilities Engineer
Supervised all facilities services for SFC Operations covering - 160,000
sq. ft., including plant/office maintenance, machinery upkeep, and
renovation and associated activities.
. Assigned and coordinated subcontractor activities for facility related
projects.
. Managed site maintenance and facility budget control.
. Developed preventative maintenance program and product process
implementation, and spare parts inventory.
. Supervised Shipping and Receiving and mail room activities.
. Supervised the installation and qualification of many standard and custom
types of production equipment and assisted in the training of personnel
for operation.
. Maintained plant and fuel cell production operations, including materials
ordering and equipment maintenance.
. Assisted and supervised the project management for construction of a
150,000 sq. ft manufacturing facility.
. Managed the operation and maintenance of shop equipment.
. Worked closely with IH&S personnel to provide a safe and clean work
environment.
WESTINGHOUSE S.O.F.C., Pittsburgh, PA 1991-1998
Production Supervisor
. Assigned and coordinated work for assemblers and technicians involved in
the manufacturing of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells.
. Oversaw and coordinated required training of production personnel.
. Assured adherence to quality of product, production schedule and product
delivery throughout the plant by use of quality inspection techniques and
scheduling programs.
. Procured and maintained inventory or required materials for production.
. Experienced with Union/Management interface and administrative support.
. Organized the relocation of facilities to current site. This included
engineering and production personnel and production equipment.
. Directed the dismantling and remediation of the old facility.
. Fostered teamwork and quality work habits in the manufacturing
environment.
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WESTINGHOUSE R&D Center, Pittsburgh, PA 1976-1991
Senior Technician
. Assisted in the design and fabrication of new processes.
. Developed procedures and tracked product through all production steps.
. Trained assembly personnel in manufacturing procedures.
. Experienced with safe operation of all types of shop equipment.
. Constructed and maintained servo-hydraulic test equipment.
. Performed testing according to ASTM standards.
. Fabricated custom parts, arranged and tested samples in various
atmospheres and environments.
EDUCATION
Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA - Business Administration/Management
(completed 72 credits)
Associate Degree, Specialized Technology, FAA Licensed Airframe &
Powerplant Mechanic -
Pittsburgh Institute of Aeronautics, Pittsburgh, PA
TRAINING AND TECHNICAL SKILLS
Total Quality Management MS Office Training
First Aid/CPR MS Project Scheduling Software
Fire Control Safety Overhead Crane Operation
Diversity Council Member Hazardous Materials
(Handling/Disposal)
Project Management Training ISO 9001-2000 Internal Team Member
Overhead Crane Operation Crisis Management Team Member
Confined Space Training AutoCAD Experience
AWARDS
. Two time recipient of Westinghouse Stock Option Award Program
. Two time recipient of the Siemens' SFC Special Recognition Award
. Recipient of three Siemens' Performance Spot Awards