Engineer Manager
Resume:
Resume February ****
Dennis D Swartzell *****@*****.***
Conway, Arkansas 72034 Cell: 870-***-****
I am seeking a position in a progressive company with a challenging environment, where
opportunities for growth and advancement are the norm.
During my career I have successfully refined and applied my skills in diverse consumer product
manufacturing and product testing environments, ranging from automotive component manufacture to
the liquid fill industry, both as an employee and during self- employment. I feel that my depth of
experience and proven ability to adapt and apply my skills to new challenges and environments is my
greatest asset and offering.
1 Formal Education and Acquired Skills:
1975 Elkhart Central HS Diploma, College Prep Elkhart, IN
F1979-S1981 Purdue University Math, Sciences, Humanities W. Lafayette, IN
1 Skill Name 2 Skill 3 Last 4 Experi
Level Used ence
AutoCAD thru V. 2001 Intermediate Current 10+ years
Solid Edge thru V. 19 Intermediate Current 4 years
Microsoft Access Intermediate Current 10+ years
Microsoft Word Intermediate Current 10+ years
Microsoft Excel Intermediate Current 10+ years
PLC and Sequencer Programming Expert Current 10+ years
Process Automation Applications Expert Current 10+ years
Product Testing and Research Expert Current 10+ years
Visual Basic Programming thru V. 6.0 Intermediate Current 10+ years
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2 Work Experience:
1/2006 – 12/2013 Automation Engineer - Industrialization Saint Jean Industries,
Inc
Heber Springs, AR
• Responsible for new and existing capital equipment improvements and installations, primarily
PC, PLC, and other automated process and data management systems.
• Definition of project scope and budget to facilitate same, including, but not limited to cost-
benefit analysis.
• Interface with integrators and sundry vendors to ensure compliance with project parameters
and timely completion.
• Continuing support for Maintenance personnel, with PLC, PC, HMI and machine vision
devices in the production area of both Machining and Assembly area, and the adjoining
Foundry area.
• Continuing support for all production Data Collection systems used throughout the plant,
including the Foundry area (PLC, PC and Vision systems)
Methods Engineer (Process Engineer) Saint Jean Industries,
Inc
Heber Springs, AR
• Responsible for definition of production process methods and procedures for Machining and
Assembly areas, including, but not limited to, definition of work instructions, safety
procedures, and pertinent documentation.
• Design and implementation of specific process and production systems, devices, automation
interfaces and programming devices to ensure compliance with production requirements,
safety protocols and customer specifications.
• Root cause and analysis to correct production anomalies, and implementation of engineering
changes required to ensure compliance to production specifications.
• Support for Maintenance personnel, managing all PLC, PC, HMI and machine vision devices
in the production area of both Machining and Assembly area, and the adjoining Foundry area.
• Programming and support for all production Data Collection systems used throughout the
plant, including the Foundry area (PLC, PC and Vision systems)
Programmer & Integrator – Process Saint Jean Industries,
& Automation Controls - Maintenance Inc
Heber Springs, AR
• Note: Saint Jean Industries, Inc purchased the Heber Springs Automotive Component
Division of Superior Industries International in October 2006, and my employment
transferred to Saint Jean Industries, Inc at that time. Employment terms and status remained
the same immediately after acquisition.
10/2004-1/2006 Programmer & Integrator – Process Superior Industries
& Automation Controls - Maintenance International
Heber Springs, AR
• General duties regarding all existing facility control systems - electrical, pneumatic, and
hydraulic – specification and integration of process controls for existing and new equipment,
programming, and documentation for maintenance purposes.
• Production PLC and PC based control specification and integration, including custom Visual
Basic interfaces for machine control. (A/B SLC series & CompactLOGIX, Mitsubishi,
AutomationDirect PLC's and HMI's)
• Production vision system integration for existing and new processes, employing DVT, and
Banner machine vision sensors.
• Production data collection system integration and maintenance, employing PROMESS,
RSView, and custom Microsoft ACCESS and MSSQL database systems.
• ABB and HAMANA Gantry (Mitsubishi PLC based) robot programming and maintenance.
• Support facility Calibration Technician for all process temperature controllers, load cells,
LDT and LVDT devices, pressure and flow gauges.
5/2003-10/2004 Self Employment Fiftysix, AR
• Various programming jobs.
8/2001 - 5/2003 IS Manager Qzark Cedar Furniture
Fiftysix, AR
• Maintained computer hardware and software for local area network.
• Web site development and maintenance.
• Graphics composition and layout for all company catalogs, cards, and fliers.
• Pitney/Bowes mailing systems operation for bulk catalog, card, and flier mailings.
1/2000 - 6/2001 Process Engineer Stone County
Ironworks
Mountain View, AR
• Specification of production processes, and implementation for consumer products.
• Piece part specification, prints, and vendor compliance criteria for certification of purchased
components used in assembly and fabrication areas.
• Design and implementation of check fixtures for incoming purchased components and
assemblies.
• New product research, specification, and assembly process definition and equipment.
• Supervision of Tool & Die Department at the Calico Rock, AR facility.
• Design and implementation of production jigs and support tooling.
1/1998 - 11/1999 Process Engineer Century Flooring Co.
Melbourne, AR
• Design, programming and implementation of proprietary Vision System interface for Rip
Optimization and automatic Ripsaw operation.
• Programming and maintenance of A/B PLC and computer-controlled equipment in plant.
Specification of general plant documentation and improvements to comply with OSHA
Lockout/Tagout requirements, and implementation of changes.
• Analysis of processes and equipment for conformance to production standards and
specification of changes required for conformance.
8/1996-12/1997 Self Employment Elkhart, IN, Fiftysix,
AR
• Various programming jobs.
9/1994 - 8/1996 Engineering Manager Packaging Equipment
& Conveyors, Inc.
Elkhart, IN
• Supervised design, programming, and construction of all machine controls produced for
robotic work cells, liquid-fill and gassing systems, layer packers, container orientation
systems, product conveying systems, and de-palletizing systems. Electrical and pneumatic
schematic generation and documentation for all controls produced.
• Revised and updated existing machine designs for more cost-effective production and
reliability.
• Traveled to provide customer service as required.
7/1988 - 10/1993 Corporate Laboratory Manager American Electronic
Components
DuraKool Div.
Elkhart, IN
• Responsible for the proper and efficient operation of the facility.
• Test scheduling, and direct supervision of all technical staff involved.
• Interpretation and implementation of internal and customer supplied test specifications, and
all product testing ref. ASTM B-117 guidelines.
• Design, specify, and/or purchase all equipment required to implement testing.
• Define and implement testing specifications to be used in the absence of a customer
definition.
• Review and final approval of all test reports generated.
Process Improvement Engineer American Electronic
Components
Electromation Div.
Elkhart, IN
• Design and implementation of Manufacturing Procedures for production area.
• Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) for all product lines at the facility.
• Development of production equipment and fixtures to be made in house, and by outside
sources, the same to be used in production and product testing areas.
• Analysis of production processes and equipment for conformance to production standards,
efficiency, safety, and for cost-reduction.
• Specification of process changes required for conformance to production and customer
requirements, and implementation.
• Analysis of incoming piece-part conformance to production standards and specifications, and
accept / reject approval.
• Supervision of Tool & Die Department .
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