SHAUN N. COONEY
Newton, Massachusetts 02458
Cell: 978-***-****
***********@*****.***
Engineering Profile:
A Seasoned Industrial Engineer with a proven track record implementing global ERP systems,
specializing in Product Life Cycle Management, Manufacturing and Distribution. Strong Infor M3
expertise with both discreet and make to order manufacturing, product configuration and fashion.
EXPERIENCE:
Senior Industrial Engineer – Consultant 06/2013 –
08/2013
Weir Valves and Controls USA – Ipswich, MA
Weir Valves and Controls is an industry leader in the design and manufacturing of specialty valves and
flow control equipment for commercial and nuclear applications.
Working as part of the Mechanical Engineering and Finance team, improved product structures
and bills of material delivering better operational and financial control on Weir’s manufacturing
process.
Designed and developed engineered standards for Weir’s commercial line of valves bringing their
manufacturing variance under control.
Working with Weir’s manufacturing technicians, redesigned their manufacturing cells delivering
enhanced workflow efficiency.
Reviewed and evaluated Weir’s manufacturing platform (Infor M3) configuration and delivered
recommendations aimed at improving their shop floor control.
Senior Industrial Engineer – Consultant 02/2007 –
05/2013
Acushnet Company - Fairhaven, MA
Acushnet Company is an industry leader in the design, manufacturing and distribution golf equipment and
apparel.
Worked as a member of the Global Rollout Team tasked with the worldwide implementation of
Infor M3 ERP.
Served as the Process Owner for Acushnet’s apparel and accessory business. Working with
Infor consulting resources, designed and implemented manufacturing and distribution processes.
Working with Acushnet’s domestic and international product managers, standardized Acushnet’s
Product Life Cycle Management process.
Provided go-live and post go-live support to Acushnet’s live M3 divisions in Canada, China,
Taiwan and Hong Kong.
Led the education and training of Acushnet’s Planning and Inventory Control teams on the newly
developed M3 configuration and processes.
Lead member of Acushnet’s Global Product Life Cycle Team charged with ensuring the integrity
of item data across the country.
Partnered with Acushnet’s IT Integration Team to scope out, develop and test interfaces needed
to integrate the manufacturing control system with M3.
Managed the daily activities of 3 Infor M3 application consultants.
Updated immediate supervisor, manager and Operations VP upon request. Often daily.
Industrial Engineer 2006 - 2007
Jabil Circuit – Billerica, MA
Jabil Circuit is a contract manufacturer of printed circuit boards.
Created and implemented key value indicators to develop a baseline throughput model for this
CM of PCBs. These times allowed for more accurate quotes to customers.
Created and revised layouts in AutoCAD for capital equipment moves to maximize line efficiency.
Provide Root Cause Analysis and corrective action using Statistical Process Control
methodology.
Conducted work method observations to help operators develop best practices.
Project Engineer 08/2005 -
02/2006
RedCats USA - Taunton, MA
RedCats USA is an industry leader in women’s catalog apparel distribution.
Facilitated installation of new, Ermanco NBS90, sorting system used to divert cases pulled from
the warehouse.
Coordinated all necessary tasks between vendor, operations, IT and maintenance.
Presented product line benchmark updates to director and VP.
Worked with vendor control engineer to debug issues during installation and testing of new
equipment, utilizing a PLC interface and a Visual Basic control application.
Directed the upgrade of a ship system that controlled the operation of a Crisplant tilt tray sorter,
which encompassed changes in software application and hardware by FKI Logistex, assisting
vendor swap out and reconfiguration of peripherals (iGel client mini-towers) and testing all
changes to ensure system functionality.
Provide Root Cause Analysis and corrective action using Statistical Process Control
methodology.
Supported external ergonomics professionals (HumanTech) to analyze and improve workstations
in the returns department.
Participate in material review board with management team.
Industrial Engineer 1998 - 2005
Aramark / WearGuard - Norwell, MA
WearGuard is an industry leader in uniform / event ware customization and distribution.
Created and implemented time based incentive system in screen-print facility, resulting in an
increase of 15% in production over prior year.
Improved workflow between screen print management team and IS departments by acting as a
liaison between the two groups.
Provided incentive support in all areas of operation for this leader in work-wear apparel. The
time-based incentive system contributed to good line balancing and a healthy work environment
for operators.
Performed and presented, on a routine basis, time studies on update incentive constants and
logic, to operators and management.
Created and revised layouts in AutoCAD for capital equipment moves, minimizing downtime.
Conducted work method observations to help operators develop best practices.
Provide Root Cause Analysis and corrective action using Statistical Process Control
methodology.
Participated in various task groups to maximize workflow and machine utilization.
Acted as project manager for the process of outsourcing excess product volume to local
vendors.
Provided in depth analysis for capacity project to determine future product line growth.
Part of service excellence team assigned with the task of mapping entire internal supply chain
and identifying opportunities to reduce cycle / lead times.
Project manager for research and implementation of new Rapistan PSC (Programmable Sort
Control) shipping sortation system.
Provide incentive and work measurement support across lines of business.
Co-champion for company safety program.
Researched and implemented “The 7 Minute Safety Training” program to proactively address
potential safety issues.
Trained the trainers so they could disseminate the material throughout all operation areas.
Developed and implemented proactive safety training program to be utilized at all company
facilities.
Participate in material review board with management team.
Facilitated all safety meetings with managers, supervisors, team leads, trainers and
maintenance personnel.
Industrial Engineer 1997 - 1998
Malden Mills - Lawrence, MA
Malden Mills was a pioneer in the manufacturing of micro fleece apparel.
Developed manning requirements for this leader in the textile industry.
Provide Root Cause Analysis and corrective action using Statistical Process Control
methodology.
Performed time studies for work measurement and incentive programs.
Implemented fabric identification system reducing market returns by 20%.
Completed audits to track results of modifications to standards.
Generated production line and machine swap layouts and drawings using AutoCAD.
Contacted vendors to obtain supplies needed for internal projects.
Collected accurate measurements to ensure proper installation of machines.
Interacted with and trained production workers on new product line procedures.
Participated in 16 weeks of intense corporate team training.
Senior Claim Representative 1992 - 1997
ManagedComp, Inc. - Waltham, MA
ManagedComp was an industry leader in the management of workers compensation benefits.
Investigated claims for this Worker’s Compensation benefits administrator.
Litigated claims by acting as liaison between legal counsel and claimants.
Made on-site visits to clients to conduct claim reviews.
Determined reserves and calculated wages owed to claimants.
Filed state forms with Department of Industrial Accidents.
Developed departmental policies for all claim reps.
Trained newly-hired claim reps.
Lead bi-weekly meetings to assure compliance to policies.
Provided technical support to all claim reps.
Participated in workflow task force to assure smooth transition to new software.
EDUCATION:
University of Massachusetts at Lowell, Lowell, MA
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology June 1996
Certificate in Manufacturing Technology June 1996
Computer Tools: AutoCAD LT 2004, M3 Smart Client, Red Prairie, WMS, Visio, Windows XP,
Extend Simulation Package, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Quetech WorkStudy+, Visual Basic
Misc Production Tools: Ermannco NBS90, Merlin, Mantissa, Crisplant.