JOHN DAHLINGHAUS

Greensboro, NC *****

336-***-****

acdu47@r.postjobfree.com

http://www.linkedin.com/pub/john-dahlinghaus/66/59b/2b9

SUMMARY

Results driven professional seeking a challenging position in support of a manufacturing

environment to improve safety, quality, cost, and delivery. Experienced team leader and

collaborative team member.

EXPERIENCE

ENERGIZER HOLDINGS INC. Asheboro NC 1986 to 2014

Held progressively increasing roles of responsibility beginning as Plant Engineer to Staff

Engineer.

2004-2014 Staff Engineer.

1996-2004 Senior Plant Engineer.

1990-1996 Plant Engineer 1.

1987-1990 Plant Engineer.

1987 Temporary assignment to Maintenance Supervisor.

1986-1987 Plant Engineer.

• Wrote specifications for a variety of project types including capital equipment purchase,

energy efficiency programs, machine upgrades, and equipment relocation. Developed

project rationale, created scope of work, rationalized cost justification and payback,

defined budget, set timelines, and presented to senior management for approval

• Managed multiple $1M+ capital projects to expand capacity and launch new products.

Wrote equipment specifications, evaluated and selected vendors. Administered

equipment purchase, acceptance, installation, and commissioning. Performed

Equipment Validation Plan (EVP) and Process Validation Plan (PVP).

• Supported operations by writing operator training documentation and changeover

procedures. Insured operators, mechanics and electricians were properly trained to

safely and effectively maintain and operate equipment.

• Performed on-site evaluations and acceptance trials for multiple domestic and overseas

vendors.

• Managed $500k facility expansion project. Performed roles of project manager and

internal general contractor to oversee engineering and construction. Exceeded project

expectations, completed on time and within budget.

• Team leader/member for multiple equipment projects to upgrade controls, increase

equipment capability, and production line relocations.

John Dahlinghaus 336-***-****

• Working knowledge of current PLC’s, servos, steppers, VFD’s, HMI’s, etc. Familiar with

many legacy products. Proficient in reading schematics, diagrams, installation and repair

manuals.

• Major contributor to tooling design for packaging equipment. Worked closely with

equipment manufacturers and internal marketing group to design both the package and

the tooling in order to maximize existing equipment utilization.

• Led and participated in Continuous Improvement programs. (SMED, ergonomic

improvements, workflow, noise reduction, energy conservation, material cost reduction,

OAE). Participated in Lean evaluations and 5S. Performed Gemba walks and

implemented recommendations.

• Led and participated in multiple energy efficiency programs. Generated less than 3 year

payback though lighting improvements, HVAC controls, compressed air usage reduction,

and production equipment improvements.

• Initiated program to manage electrical compliance training for over 30 individuals

working at 3 different locations. Continued to oversee all necessary OSHA, NFPA and

internal JSHA training as well as the proper care and utilization of PPE.

• Performed safety inspections for electrical, ergonomic and safety deficiencies. Took part

in near miss investigations. Identified and managed corrective actions.

• Supported electricians, mechanics, and operators to troubleshoot and repair packaging

and manufacturing production equipment.

• Assisted others by providing electrical engineering in support of their projects.

• Performed failure analysis and recommended improvements.

• Served as the Go-To person for pneumatic system troubleshooting and improvements.

• Experienced working independently or as part of a cross functional team.

MILITARY EXPERIENCE

North Carolina National Guard

• Gather and analyze data to provide commander with tactical information. (Top Secret

security clearance required)

• Install, maintain and operate encrypted FM radio equipment.

US Army Reserve

• Provide repair and support services for a variety of combat engineer equipment.

John Dahlinghaus 336-***-****

US Army, Germany

• Provide electrical, electronic and mechanical repair services to short range air defense

system.

EDUCATION

• 1986 Bachelors of Electronics Engineering Technology, University of Toledo.

• 1984 Associates of Electronics Engineering Technology, University of Toledo.

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