Jon Newlin

French Lick, Indiana *****

Phone: 812-***-****, E-Mail: ad05nl@r.postjobfree.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-newlin-3a26059

Engineering Project Management - Senior Controls Engineer Powerful Strategist Process Control

A highly skilled and experienced Engineering Project Manager seeking a challenging position focused on electrical engineering projects,

budget management and managing cross functional teams during installation of electrical and manufacturing production systems.

Dedicated to delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards, ensuring client satisfaction. Extensive

experience in delivering optimal results & business value in high-growth environments and establishing key relationships with cross

functional teams. Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale capital projects from conception to completion. Dynamic,

versatile, and detailed-oriented leader with comprehensive experience combining effective project management strategies,

development proficiency, and strategic and tactical planning techniques to deliver a significant return on investment in highly

competitive business markets. Skilled in continuous process improvement and lean management. Automated manufacturing by

integrating programmable logic controllers (PLCs), Robots, and human-machine interfaces (HMIs), to improve throughput in production

processes. Coordinate with project team members and stakeholders to identify issues and implement solutions. Exceptional

communication, presentation & interpersonal skills with proficiency at grasping new concepts quickly and utilizing the same in a

productive manner.

~ Designed complete manufacturing facilities with automated systems from inception to completion~

~ Forecasting facility annual maintenance and capital improvement budgets ~

~ Improved manufacturing process by developing, designing, and employing automated dough ball placement for

increased and accurate output ~

~ Increased maintenance team’s ability to troubleshoot programmed automated systems through hands-on training ~

~ Managed 47-person maintenance crew providing direction and scheduling, installed new and updated existing

equipment. Rewrote, Electrical Schematics, PLC, HMI and Robot programs to revise processes~

~ Designed automated inspection stations to improve product quality and customer satisfaction ~

~ Specify and source all equipment and automation system components for projects ~

Skill Areas: Electrical Capital Projects Management and Budgeting Strategic & Operations Planning Analytical Skills

Cross Functional Team Management Communications Critical Thinking Systems Analysis Problem Solving Time

Management Strong Interpersonal Skills Attention to Detail Client Relationship Management Innovation SCADA

Leadership Wireless Control Systems Lean Manufacturing Manufacturing, Electrical, and Controls Engineering

Process Control Safety & Reliability Quality Assurance Process Improvement Robotics, PLC’s, HMI’s, and Vision Systems

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PROCON SERVICES (2011 - Currently)

Capital Project Management – Senior Controls Engineer

Capital project expenditures averaging $28MM annually, scheduling, and budgeting, ensuring adherence to timelines and cost

constraints.

Leading teams of engineers, contractors, and subcontractors, providing guidance and support throughout the

construction/installation process.

Recover quality and efficiency through the innovative design of material flow for existing and new equipment and re-development

of manufacturing cells.

Clean sheet development and design of electrical safety control systems and complete site machine safety assessment for hazard

guards compliant with OSHA requirements.

Train facility staff on new machine operation and safety procedures.

Develop and document new PLC, HMI, Electrical Schematics and Robotic control systems from concept to installation completion.

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Jon Newlin

French Lick, Indiana 47432

Phone: 812-***-****, E-Mail: ad05nl@r.postjobfree.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-newlin-3a26059

PAPA JOHNS FOOD SERVICES (2008 – 2011)

Corporate Operations/Projects Engineer

Responsible for investigating and understanding root causes for issues in business manufacturing operations.

FANUC robot installations to automate dough ball placement and tray stacking and cleaning using ControLogix PAC, point-to-point

I/O, and VFD Ethernet connectivity.

Developed production optimization strategies using Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5P, and lean manufacturing principles.

Ensured operations-related activities are performed in compliance with company standards and regulations.

Initiated continuous process improvements to improve operational effectiveness.

Forecasting facility annual maintenance and capital improvement budgets more than $20MM for North American operations.

JEFFBOAT LLC (2005 – 2008)

Project Manager/Senior Controls Engineer

Annual capital improvements budgets to include projects of more than $30MM.

Pioneered efforts across the entire gamut of functions pertaining to automated solutions, replacing relay logic with ControLogix PAC,

point-to-point I/O, and VFD Ethernet connectivity.

Improved facility efficiency by leading clean sheet development of manufacturing workflow.

Analyzed plant manufacturing processes, designed and implemented improvements.

Led cross functional teams to identify issues and implement solutions.

Maintained quality and safety standards.

PRIOR EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

HON COMPANY

Project/RCI (Rapid Continuous Improvement) Engineer

UNITED STATES GYPSUM

Projects/Controls Engineer - Lean Manufacturing

EARTHGRAINS CO.

Plant/Projects Engineer and Environmental Coordinator

QUAKER OATS COMPANY

Project/Process Improvement Engineer

UNITED DISTILLERS

Project/Electrical Engineer - Multiple Plant Assignment’s

STONE CONTAINER

Maintenance Group Leader and Project Engineer

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering Suffolk University

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