IT Project Lead Information Systems Lead Applications Analyst

Jeffrey Soltow Bluffton, SC 630-***-**** ********@*****.***

IT Project Lead Information Systems Lead Applications Analyst

Exemplary record in Leadership, Organizational Management & Project Facilitator

An accomplished project lead and applications analyst professional with a solid track record of success in leading and driving operational improvement; consistently exceeds goals and expectations. Skilled within hardware and software environments, and able to provide ongoing support for major companies and at multiple site locations. Successful at designing necessary applications and databases to enhance workflow. Talent for supervising and developing technicians, as well as managing large-scale design projects. Excels at providing technical support, as well as training new teams and customers.

Core competencies include:

Large-Scale Project Leadership Training and Development Continuous Improvement

Software Design/Develop/Implement Process and Tools Support Six Sigma Green Belt

Project Lifecycle Management-PLM Database Design/Administration Creative Problem-Solving Skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CATERPILLAR INC., Peoria, IL 2005 – 2016

Senior Engineer Development & Deployment (2008 – 2016)

Supported and deployed the Virtual Design & Review process, along with the visualization tools used for the process. Trained, developed and supported PLM process and team.

Managed projects for development, deployment, and upgrades of legacy tools and processes. Worked extensively with change management and configuration management processes and teams.

Coded, developed, and supported a Visual Reporting Integration Tool that added metadata to engineering parts for coloring and shading, which colored parts to represent material type or cost.

Led projects to train and define web editors for each project group. Worked closely with the corporate web team, management, and engineering groups to guide web design, content, and release.

Senior Database Administrator Development & Deployment (2008 – 2016)

Managed and deployed software integration (Peregrine, Remedy, Sharepoint, DCC, Salesforce, Workflow & Webpage design) with Worldwide Business Units.

Responsible for working with the Product Groups to develop & create common Engineering interfaces, reports & metrics.

Developed, designed and tested integrations for deployment.

Led efforts for corporate implementation of Remedy, Webpage standardization, SharePoint and Salesforce.

Responsible for purchasing, license management and scheduled deployments.

Project Manager (2005 – 2008)

Tracked, managed, scheduled, and procured LAN/WAN infrastructure, network implementation, and all upgrade projects totaling over 50 active projects at a time.

Responsible for management of LAN/WAN projects for domestic and international sites. Assembled & lead teams for each project, reviewed requirements, made recommendations, developed and executed plans.

Oversaw WAN projects as project manager for installation of primary and backup routers, and AT&T data and voice circuits.

Procured, managed, and delivered all hardware and materials for projects through a Capital Project Management system, with projects often exceeded 1000 users and capital costs in excess of $2M.

EBY-BROWN CO., Naperville, IL 1999 – 2005

Project Manager & System Administrator/Developer

Developed, maintained, and implemented Windows OS images, applications, and all server/PC systems for 8 facilities and 300+ employees throughout the U.S.

Created applications (common and specialized) software packages that were pushed to users’ workstations over a LAN/WAN network.

Designed, developed, and implemented a VB/Access database that allowed inventory, sales, and purchasing data to be stored, managed, and reported. Saved 250K annually by automating tax forms that were electronically transmitted to numerous state tax authorities.

Setup and installed servers in 8 branch offices in the U.S. with Novell OS, application programs, user accounts, and peripheral equipment. Able to complete all engineering/office work during 2nd and 3rd shift by maintaining zero downtime.

MOLEX INC., Lisle, IL 1987 – 1999

Technical Support Coordinator (1993 – 1999)

Oversaw 30 facilities and 800+ employees, and performed procurement, management, testing, and scheduling installation for all computer systems. Managed PC operating system, and application development and implementation.

Supplied needed information for future hardware and networking requirements, and fulfilled role as project manager. Made a member of Review Committee and oversaw all office moves, construction, and remodeling projects.

Used Lotus Approach and Microsoft Access to create a database that tracked and reported hardware/software purchases, and warranty work. Inspected and managed database used by purchasing and receiving, finance, and repair techs.

Evaluated, researched, and tested specifications for new hardware requests, and worked closely with suppliers including Dell, IBM, and Compaq to find best hardware fit.

Supervised 5 technicians working on new PC installations and warranty repair. Coordinated purchasing and installation of all PC and CadCam systems in office and engineering areas for 7 facilities.

Drafting Services Manager (1987 – 1993)

Monitored and supervised second shift drafting department with 10 engineering draftspersons, and responsible for engineering servers and systems. Operated and maintained mainframe system, servers, and backup procedures for engineering departments.

Conducted nightly system maintenance and backup, and met regularly with engineers and managers to review and plan data recovery and management.

Consistently tested, evaluated, and purchased engineering computer systems for CadCam and desktop.

EDUCATION, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & CERTIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Arts (Coursework), Computer Science and Design – Aurora University, Aurora, IL

Associate of Engineering, Architectural Drafting & Design – Morrison Institute of Technology, Morrison, IL

Microsoft Certified Professional Microsoft Certified System Engineer Microsoft Certified Database Administrator

6 Sigma Green Belt Certified Welder

HIGHLIGHTED PROJECT MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE

Successfully completed a 48-hour turnaround on hardware and software installation for reconstruction project with a crew of technicians as project manager.

Regularly designed, developed and implemented VB/Access databases to better manage and report inventory, purchasing, and sales data.

Led the Windows NT desktop implementation as a project manager, which consisted of developing and deploying new OS upgrade through SMS system that involved 300+ workstations in 8 different offices.

In charge of 50+ projects simultaneously that ranged from $10K to $2.5M. Projects included:

oLAN/WAN implementation for new sites

oUpgrading sites to meet corporate standards

oInstallation of IP Telephony phone systems

HARDWARE/SOFTWARE SYSTEM EXPERIENCE

Servers: DEC, Compaq, Dell Routers & Switches: 3Com, Cisco, Personnel Desktops/Laptops/Stations: IBM, Dell, Compaq, HP Wireless Units: Cisco, Personnel Mainframes: IBM, DEC, VAX, VMS

Windows OS (3.xx – 2007) MS Office Suite Lotus (Notes, SmartSuite, CC-Mail) Novell (Server OS, GroupWise, ZenWorks, Console1) Telelogic DOORS Windows NT/2000 Siemens PLM Peregrine, Remedy Pro-E Wildfire Sharepoint Salesforce Imaging SAP R3 Fortran Cobol

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