Rosedale, IN *****
Brian K. Berrisford
Objective:
Obtain a challenging position that will utilize my mechanical/electrical,
project management, and process skills to maximize production potentials
and streamline operations. I am a multidiscipline engineer that enjoys a
hands-on approach to solving problems.
Experience:
July-96 to Present
Jadcore Inc., Terre Haute, IN 47803
Engineering Manager (Recycling & Blown Film Divisions) (July-96 to Present)
. Responsible for capital projects, process and maintenance engineering for
two production facility locations.
. Provide cost justifications and develop capital budget recommendations
for new equipment and system upgrades.
. Responsible for the design, selection, installation, and implementation
of capital improvements.
. Developed and maintain comprehensive preventative and predictive
maintenance programs.
. Strong knowledge of electrical control systems, AC/DC drives, and 3-phase
power distribution.
. Experience with ABB, Allen Bradley, and Reliance drives.
. Authored Production Employee Extruder Training Manuals and SOP's.
. Designed and maintain database for tracking downtime, and production
throughputs.
. Responsible for developing and refining production run-conditions for all
customer materials.
. Design and implemented electrical control schemes to provide a safer work
environment.
. Single point contact for all local agencies and utilities.
. Responsible for the design of new equipment and system modifications for
increased production and dependability.
. Lowered maintenance related downtime by 10% during each of the past five
years.
. Responsible for staffing, and development of maintenance personnel at
each facility.
. Directly responsible for maintenance department budgets and inventory
levels.
. Provide 24/7 backup coverage for both plant's maintenance departments.
. Increased overall company production by 80% over past 14 years.
. Investigate and resolve equipment breakdowns using root cause analysis
techniques.
. Provide insight, and make suggestions to limit hazards and provide a
safer work environment.
. Analyze production/downtime metrics to identify process bottlenecks and
production gains.
. Strengths include designing chilled water distribution, pumping circuits,
process controls, and electrical distribution systems.
. Enjoy working hands-on with maintenance personnel to determine and
resolve problems.
May-93 to July-96
Battershell & Associates, Danville, IN 46122
Mechanical/Electrical Design Engineer
. Designed building electrical distribution, lighting, and equipment system
layouts.
. Designed HVAC, chilled water systems, and plumbing system layouts.
. Provided construction/on-site inspections to verify compliance with
designs.
. Responsible for presentations and project updates to clients and school
boards.
. Experienced using AutoCad software.
. Designed first direct-digital HVAC control system for a school system in
Indiana.
. Authored job scopes and equipment specifications for all project designs.
May-89 to August-91 (Summer Internships)
AET Films (formerly Hercules, Inc.), Terre Haute, IN 47805
Tenter Plant Maintenance Technician
. Worked within maintenance department performing daily preventative
maintenance and machinery repairs.
. Performed shop welding and fabrication.
. Taught advanced welding techniques to full time technicians. (GMAW &
GTAW)
. Traveled between production plants to perform welding projects.
Education:
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
BS-Mechanical Engineering & Technology
Graduated May-1993
Note: Started Purdue University in the Electrical Engineering & Technology
Department, then transferred to the Mechanical Engineering &
Technology Department. Filled most of my elective courses with
Electrical Engineering Technology classes.