JOHN Obeid

**** ********** * **., ******* Centre, Ontario, L0R 1E0

H 905-***-**** C 905-***-****

acgm2r@r.postjobfree.com

Seeking a rewarding and challenging position, where I can utilize the

skills and knowledge I have acquired through my education and experience to

benefit your organization. I am a self starter / motivator who can work

independently and initiate my assigned tasks with professionalism,

diligence and confidence.

SPECIAL SKILLS

. Skilled in office administration and managerial duties in both unionised

and non-unionised work environment.

. Result oriented with a proven track record of achievements, and eager to

seek and meet new challenges.

. A strong team player and people person who is a self motivated and

capable of motivating others.

. Excellent communication, persuasion skills with customers / clients.

. Apply problem solving skills to solve any / all types of problems.

. Strong mechanical design skills, Design Calculation and very strong

technically.

. Very good Knowledge in ERP, MRPII and MRP systems.

. Capable of performing, time study, cost analysis, process improvements

with proven track record.

. QC inspection, QA statistical knowledge and statistical process control.

EDUCATION

'98-'02 McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Bachelors of Manufacturing Engineering Technology Degree

'88-'91 Mohawk College of Applied Arts & Technology, Hamilton,

Ontario, Canada

Three years Mechanical Engineering Technology Diploma (Co-op)

IT SKILLS

Excellent user of Microsoft Windows / Office.

Excellent user of designing programs: AutoCAD 2008, CADMAN-PL (CNC

programming) and CADKEY, and good with Pro-Engineer, and Solid Edge

software.

ERP, MRP, & MRPII Systems, PD-Main, and AS400 software.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATES

Dale Garnegie Course Certificate (Management Course). Failure Mode and

Effect Analysis (FMEA), CNC Certificate by Strippit, Cadkey Certificate,

Pro/ENGINEER 2000i2 Certificate, Solid Edge and Personal Finance and

Investment Certificate.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Mar. '10 Superior Radiant Products, (Manufacturer of Infrared Heaters)

To 563 Barton Street, Stoney Creek, Ontario L8E 3N0

Present Position: Design Engineer

Responsibilities: Product Design, Technical writing, Testing and

production support

. Developed and designed high & low intensity infrared heaters and

built prototypes.

. Ensure all new and current products meet or exceed CSA standards

and are up to date;

. Ensure safety, accuracy, and timely completion of all

engineering projects;

. Coordinate with Marketing / sales to create and release new

products;

. Work with other departments on regular basis;

. Ensure the continuous support to all internal /external

customers;

. Discuss and lay out project specifications.

. Prepare Engineering budget.

. Create BOM for new products, update BOM for existing products

using ERP system.

. Testing new designed heaters to CSA standards

. Create / update installation manuals

. Design Jigs and Fixtures

Sep '07 Obeid Group, (Representative of foreign companies in United

Arab Emirates)

To P.O. Box 64931 Dubai, U.A.E.

Sep '09 Position: Managing Director

Accomplishments: Represented two companies Atlantis (Water Management

Company from Australia and BonaSystems (Cleaning Chemicals for floors and

walls from United Kingdom)

. Developed distributors/end users/account system

. Developed new markets

. Developed and implemented sales campaign

. Promoted the full range of Atlantis systems

. After sales services

. Supported Finances by providing assistance in debtor control

. Supervised the production and delivery of the Atlantis systems

(Liaise with logistics)

Sep '06 Lite - Tech Industries (A Philips Lighting Joint Venture),

(Assembler & Manufacturer of Lighting Fixtures)

To Ras Al Khor Industrial Area, P.O. Box 60305 Dubai, U.A.E.

Aug '07 Position: Factory Manager

Accomplishments: Managed Production, Quality, Maintenance, Manufacturing,

and Engineering Departments

. Assisting in managing the daily activity of the facility including

budgeting.

. Managed the plant operation by planning and scheduling daily production

and laying out the plant for optimum productivity.

. Managed the Quality department and ensuring that all quality aspects are

followed.

. Managed the Maintenance department and keeping all machines in top

operating condition.

. Managed the Manufacturing section and utilizing the machines to their

maximum capacity.

. Managed the Product Engineering Department (new designs, improving

existing products)

April '04 Energy Industrial, (Assembler & Manufacturer of Ventilation

Equipments)

To Industrial Area #10, P.O. Box 24021 Sharjah, U.A.E.

Aug '06 Position: Factory / Engineering Manager

Accomplishments: Managed Production, Quality, Maintenance, Manufacturing,

and Engineering Departments

. Assisting in managing the daily activity of the facility including

budgeting.

. Managed the plant operation by planning and scheduling daily production

and laying out the plant for optimum productivity.

. Managed the Quality department and ensuring that all quality aspects are

followed.

. Managed the Maintenance department and keeping all machines in top

operating condition.

. Managed the Manufacturing section and utilizing the machines to their

maximum capacity.

. Managed the Engineering department and redesigned most of the product

line to maximize productivity and meet customer demands.

Sept '03 Eagle Electromechanical, (Electrical and Mechanical contractor)

To P.O. Box 19973 Dubai, United Arab Emirates

March 04 Position: Project Manager

Responsibilities: Project Management (HVAC, Fire, and Plumbing)

. Ensured all mechanical all materials meet specifications.

. Ensured all piping, HVAC and plumbing calculations meet requirements.

. Planed, scheduled, organized, directed, controlled and evaluated

construction projects from start to finish according to schedule,

specifications and budget

. Handled project administration, including cost control.

. Managed project engineers and supervisors and subordinate staff.

. Prepared and submitted construction project budget estimates.

. Planed and prepared construction schedules, and monitor progress against

established schedules

. Negotiated revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements

with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors

. Developed and implemented quality control programs

. Prepared progress reports and issued progress schedules to clients

Mar '99 Rheem Canada Ltd., (Manufacturer of Electric & Gas water-

heaters)

To 128 Barton St. W., Hamilton, Ontario, Canada L8N 3P3

Aug '03 Position: Product Engineer

Accomplishments: Worked in the Product Engineering R&D Department.

. Supervised the Research & Development Laboratory personnel.

. Implemented the harmonization of both the Engineering Departments to one

location Montgomery, Alabama, USA.

. Designed water heaters from concept to final design.

. Coordinated Engineering Change Notice (ECR) meetings.

. Head of cost savings / reduction programs, targeted to save the company

over $100,000.00 annually.

. Implemented Engineering work procedures.

. Provided support to manufacturing personnel, internal and external

customers.

. Set and specified the tests to be performed on the water heaters to meet

CSA Standards.

Sep '94 GSW Water heating Company, (Manufacturer of Electric, Oil & Gas

water-heaters for both residential and commercial use)

To 599 Hill St. W. Fergus, Ontario, Canada N1M 2X1

Mar '99 Position: Sr. Designer

Accomplishments: Worked in the Product Engineering Research and Development

Department.

. Supervised and trained the Research & Development CAD Designers.

. Implemented ISO-9001 QC system.

. Designed residential & commercial water heaters from concept to final

design and improved current designs & safety of the product. Also

designed water heaters that meet environmental constraints.

. Provided technical service and support to internal and external

customers.

. Provided cost estimates to marketing and resolved manufacturing problems.

. Interacted with suppliers to provide Engineering samples to

specifications.

May '92 Roberts-Gordon Canada Inc., (Manufacturer of Infrared Comm. gas

heaters)

To 241 South Service Rd. W. Grimsby, Ontario, Canada L3M 1Y7

Sep '94 Position: Engineering Technologist

Accomplishments: Worked in the Engineering Department both Manufacturing

and Design.

Developed and designed high & low intensity infrared heaters and built

prototypes.

Improved process / work flow to increase productivity. Performed time

study, and cost analysis to reduce product cost.

Programmed the "STRIPPIT" CNC punch press machines.

Created and updated bills of material, routing and cost for the new and

old products.

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