Frank J. Paterek 317-***-**** (H) 317-***-**** (M)
**** ******* ****, *********, ******* 46142 abnxsc@r.postjobfree.com
Engineer
Plant Automation ( Project Management ( Project Engineering
Results-focused leader and sound decision maker with broad base of
experience managing medium to large capital projects and facility
operations. Proven record of initiating process improvements for
efficiency, cost savings, and quality. Thorough, proactive planner and
problem solver, known for utilizing technology to achieve management
objectives. Exceptional communicator and cross-functional collaborator,
able to build productive teams locally and internationally.
Areas of expertise and professional competency include:
Systems Analysis Process Automation Program Development
Change Management Data Collection Systems PLC, HMI Programming
Control Engineering Commissioning & Validation Maintenance Engineering
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Controls Engineer, Express-Scripts (Formerly Medco Health Solutions),
Whitestown IN 2008-Present
Control engineer sent to OEM site for validation and training. Responsible
for scada application. Wrote validation plan for scada software package.
Wrote PLC ladder program for data collection. Technical lead for Auto
Publishing department including literature sorter. Engineer assigned for
Mail Manifest System support. Developed maintenance support for Control
Specialist labor position
. Validated Mail Manifest System
. Implemented Scada system for Control Logix 5000 systems
. Support auto publishing sorter machine
Key Contributions:
> Assumed lead position during off-site validation exercise.
> Lead scada application across the enterprise
> Picked up gap in corporate engineering validation
Facility Manager/Electrical Engineer, ConAgra Foods, Indianapolis IN
2007 - 2008
Electrical engineer in the tablespreads business unit. Supported automation
and trained mechanical maintenance personnel in electrical troubleshooting.
Assigned to Facility Manager position responsible for all plant utilities
and refrigeration. Continued PSM and 5S implementation.
. Established PLC program control.
. Developed strategy for PLC access control and auditing
. Started revising CMMS tasks for the refrigeration and engine room
equipment.
Key Contributions:
> Established facility PMs.
> Ran plant shutdowns for electrical PMs on high voltage switchgear.
> Developed and managed capital expenditure projects.
Project Engineer, Clarke Engineering Services, Fishers, IN
2006 - 2007
Specialists in equipment commissioning, installation/integration,
validation, and project management for the pharmaceutical and diagnostics
industries.
. Lead Engineer and point person for installation/commissioning of Pfizer's
Exubera production lines.
. Oversaw mechanical and electrical contractors; directed pipe and wiring
locations.
. Wrote, edited, and executed SAT protocols.
Key Contributions:
> Improved packaging machine output by reprogramming control schema for
conveying system between packaging and wrapping functions.
> Coordinated start-up for entire line.
Automation Specialist, Greenfield Site, COOK Pharmica, Bloomington, IN
2004 - 2006
Contract manufacturing firm for the biotech and pharmaceutical industries.
. Gathered information for installation of a Computerized Maintenance
Management System (CMMS); performed "data scrubbing" for accuracy and
consistency of records.
. Conducted exhaustive research to acquire material not included in
purchase order, often contacting vendors multiple times to achieve
compliance.
. Developed a location code schema and asset management for facility in
MAXIMO.
. Programmed PLC and HMI hardware; edited RSView ME projects for control
improvements.
Key Contributions:
> Interfaced incubators to Delta V DCS (distributed control system)
through a profibus connection.
> Wrote program improvements to water for injection (WFI) system.
> Wrote PLC qualified programs and access to PLC network for PLC
commissioning.
> Set up and configured facility security system, collaborating with
vendor.
Senior Electrical Engineer, Volt Service Group, Indianapolis, IN
2004
Contract house with clients in the pharmaceutical, automotive, and
aerospace industries.
. Contracted to Rockwell Automation, Embedded Engineering Group at Eli
Lilly to lead autoclave project.
. Produced validation documents; wrote test protocols for validation.
. Converted a modicon PLC to an Allen-Bradley processor.
System Analyst/Developer (2003), Corporate; Control Engineer, Franklin, IN
(1997 - 2002)
Owens-Illinois, Toledo, OH. Consumer products and injection molding
company. 1997 - 2003
. Coordinated vendor and corporate IT interface for third-party supervisory
control and data acquisition (SCADA) system, serving as liaison between
two plants and corporate.
. Interfaced Engle injection molding presses with Microsoft SQL Server
2000.
. Engineered ERP bar code scanning into JD Edwards supply chain management
module.
Key Contributions:
> Repaired strained relations with customer as designated liaison with
Hewlett-Packard.
> Saved $250,000 initial costs and $50,000 yearly maintenance costs at
Singapore facility by designing, installing, and commissioning a SCADA
solution that integrated Microsoft technology to acquire data,
eliminating third-party vendor.
> Implemented Rockwell software RSSQL solution; coordinated bar code
technology Smartstream implementation (corporate MRPII system);
interfaced automated label printing with palletizing robotics
machinery.
> Consulted on 21 CFR 11 plant issues for medical device production.
Facilities Manager, Allied-Signal, Greenville, OH
1995 - 1997
Manufacturers of automotive supplies (FRAM oil filters).
. Managed Maintenance department with a staff of six direct reports and 69
subordinates.
. Appointed to implement Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) program.
Key Contributions:
> Effectively tracked preventive maintenance work orders by implementing
a CMMS system.
> Re-designed facility apprenticeship program; mentored entry-level
engineer.
> Organized and managed extensive facility roofing project.
> Introduced and executed first proactive, preventive maintenance (PM)
program.
Plant Project Engineer, Schuller International, Inc., Richmond, IN
1994 - 1995
. Directed electrical system operation; led projects for finishing end,
furnaces, and batch house.
Key Contributions:
> Launched computerized project scheduling system and developed HMI
screens.
> Designed and installed data collection system from plant floor to
Excel spreadsheet for plant manager.
Electrical Engineering Supervisor, ALCOA, Closure Systems International,
Richmond, IN 1987 - 1994
. Oversaw electrical systems for entire plant; administered departmental
budget.
. Hired, trained, and evaluated engineering staff and hourly employees.
. Directed installation of incinerator system on curing ovens as project
engineer.
. Managed lug cap line with interfacing HAAR press, plastisol dispensing
machine, drying oven, vision system, and automated pack-out.
Key Contributions:
> Established computer network for Electrical Engineering department.
> Reduced labor time by initiating first recovery system for PLC
programs, training staff in use.
EDUCATION / TECHNICAL TRAINING
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering Technology, Purdue University,
Indianapolis, IN, 1992
Electrical Apprenticeship, Inland Steel, East Chicago, IN, 1983
Training: JD Edwards, Rockwell Software, Dupont STOP Safety Training,
Efficiency Improvement Tool (SCADA), GAMP, MAXIMO Immersion Training, DMI
MES Training, NFPA 70E, LabView, Siemens Building Management System (BMS)
and Delta V PCS.
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Hardware: Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs); Intel-based workstations and
servers
Operating Windows XP; MS Server 2000; SQL Server
Systems:
Networks: Ethernet, TCP/IP, LAN
Software MS Query Analyzer, SQL Event Viewer
Utilities:
Software MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Project, Visio, and Outlook;
Packages: Infinity QS SPC, Rapid SQL, Adaptec CD Creator, L:abView, Rockwell
Automation RSSQL, RSView, ControlLogix 5000, PLC5, and SLC500
Certifications: MCSE (Microsoft Certified System Engineer); MCP (Microsoft
Certified Professional); MCDBA (Microsoft Certified Database
Administrator)