Project Manager

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Run 706-***-**** (H)

Morganton, GA 540-***-**** (C)

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Richard L. Hartshorn

Summary Highly experienced manufacturing professional in

automated assembly and production line integration

for the packaging and consumer products market.

Expertise encompasses budget development and

project management of material handling and

assembly systems ranging in cost from $100K to $2M

for the pharmaceutical, beverage, food, and

cosmetic industries. Proven ability to complete

and deliver a portfolio of complex projects under

strict timelines according to budget and resources.

Strong communication skills with a focus on

effectively developing and managing customer

relationships. Proficiencies include the Microsoft

Office Suite of products, Enterprise Resource

Planning systems (ERP), ability to read complex

technical drawings and knowledge of

AutoCAD/SolidWorks.

Work experience May 2010 - June 2010 Globe Machine Company

Canton, GA

Estimator

Analyze customer requirements for machined

components and assemblies.

Prepare budget estimates to include raw material,

shop labor and subcontract costs.

Sourced suppliers for raw material and

subcontracts.

1995 -2009 Shibuya Hoppmann Corp. Elkwood, VA

Manufacturer of centrifugal feeders, intermittent

and continuous motion assembly systems

Project Applications Engineer

Analyze customer requirements/specifications for

high-speed assembly equipment to determine

production feasibility and assure design will

accomplish customer objectives.

Prepare budget estimates and formal quotations

including equipment, shipping, installation and

training for systems ranging in cost from $100K to

$2M with project durations spanning 3 to 8 months.

Reviewed and responded to changes in customer

specifications.

Resolve issues and concerns in a timely manner.

Elevate issues affecting critical milestones to the

appropriate management level.

Conduct project kick-off meetings and facilitate

all aspects of the project.

Facilitate resolution of warranty and good will

issues.

Coordinate with other business units/vendors and

project team members to manage integrated projects.

Travel to customer locations with sales team to

provide technical expertise on proposals and

presentations as required.

Designed and maintained cost estimation database

for system components.

1989 - 1995 ABAL Material Handling

Roanoke, VA

Distributor of material handling products for

commercial and industrial facilities

Territory Sales Manager

Developed new sales territory for multiple material

handling product lines.

Contacted customers to determine requirements.

Prepared costing of the items or project.

Presented proposals to the customers.

Processed orders and provided customer support and

follow-up.

1988 - 1989 Atlantic Material Handling

Lynchburg, VA

1985 - 1988 Creative Handling Systems

Marlboro, MA

Distributors of material handling

products/representative for White Storage and

Retrieval

Project / Installation Manager

Prepared proposals for prospective customers.

Planned for arrangement of equipment within the

facility to ensure the most efficient and

productive layout.

Reviewed orders for completeness.

Issued purchase orders to vendors and

subcontractors.

Developed installation schedules.

Performed equipment startup, debugging and

acceptance. Coordinate with management to ensure

proper training to workers to implement operating

procedures, safety protocols and to avoid system

malfunction.

Supervised project team comprised of ten mechanical

and five electrical installers, assigning

responsibilities, tool allocations, reviews, hiring

and firing.

Presented product to potential customers at trade

shows and performed in-house factory

demonstrations.

Education High Point College High Point, NC

References Available Upon Request

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