Control Manager Strategic Planning
Resume:
Nick Norouzi
Senior Automation and Control Manager
************@*****.*** • 925-***-****
Westlake Village, CA
Summary
Expert in leading high-caliber teams in automation engineering sector, with proven track record of spearheading innovative strategies in process development and automation. Summary
Specialize in driving continuous
improvement through lean methodologies,
adept at integrating cutting-edge
technologies like Ignition Software to
enhance operational efficiency and
visibility. Excel in strategic planning and the
execution of complex automation projects
for new products, ensuring seamless, cost-
effective delivery. Known for collaborative
approach, skillfully coordinating with cross-
functional teams to resolve multifaceted
challenges, maintaining keen focus on
quality, safety, and reliability in high-
pressure environments.
Areas of Expertise
• Automation Strategy
• Team Leadership
• Creativity, Complex Problem-Solving
• Industry 4.0, IIoT
• Process Improvement
• Strategic Planning
• Continuous Improvement
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Project Management
• Quality & Safety Standards
• Technological Integration
Education
Master of Business Administration,
UCLA
Bachelor of Science (Control
Engineering), Ferdowsi University
Certifications
ISA's CAP (Certified Automation
Professional)
Fundamentals of Industrial Process,
Measurement, and Control
Designing and Applying Model-Based
Control Strategies
Technical Proficiencies
• PLC Programming: Allen Bradley, Siemens, BnR, ABB, Mitsubishi, Schneider, Omron
• SCADA System Design & Integration: HMI System Designing,
• Integration of Ignition Software: Visualization, Reporting and Alarming Systems
• Panel Designing, Prototyping & Vision Systems: Prototyping and Manufacturing Process, Vision Systems (Cognex, Keyence) Career Experience
DrinkPAK, Santa Clarita, CA 2023 – Present
Sr. Automation and Control Manager
Employ lean thinking methodologies to foster continuous and process improvements. Engage actively in Daily/Weekly production meetings, tackling day-to-day subjects. Collaborate with multi-functional teams to address and resolve operational issues.
• Integrated Ignition Software into plant, enhancing control, efficiency, and visibility.
• Led and executed multiple projects focused on designing and implementing automation processes for new products.
• Conducted strategic planning, definition, maintenance, and development of full-hyper automation delivery.
KDC-ONE, Chatsworth, CA 2016 – 2023
Automation Product Manager
Spearheaded team of Automation Engineers, serving as pivotal contact for automation quality. Guided and advised senior management, aligning initiatives with KDC-ONE's strategic goals in process development. Orchestrated departmental objectives and charted new paths for the automation team.
• Conceptualized, led, and actualized automation and process control strategy in Cosmetic substance manufacturing, boosting efficiency and quality.
• Championed round-the-clock operational support and capital project execution, nurturing staff growth and enhancing team efficacy.
• Built and maintained collaborative framework with cross-functional teams, ensuring flawless execution of capital projects, operational support, and broad network initiatives.
• Prioritized enhancing automation system dependability with focus on predictive and preventative strategies, curtailing system breakdowns and recurrences.
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• Forged alliances with various departments such as Maintenance, Quality, PD, Automation, IS, EHSS, and Engineering to foster process innovation and integrate business requirements with technological solutions.
• Pinpointed areas needing enhancement, performed comprehensive analyses, proposed and endorsed solutions, and effectively implemented these improvements.
• Strategically managed and allocated expense budgets, adhering to fiscal constraints while efficiently handling both operational and capital expenditures.
• Governed staff management encompassing on-site and remote operations, emergency support planning, execution, and comprehensive reporting.
Glenair Inc., Glendale, CA 2012 – 2016
Senior Control Engineer
Developed and maintained preventive maintenance schedule for all automation assets. Troubleshot production-related problems. Planned preventive maintenance activities.
• Coordinated with team members to identify and resolve problems.
• Offered technical support to internal customers as required. MVS Group, Fremont,CA 2009 – 2012
Control Engineer
Analyzed plant processes to identify areas for enhancement. Designed and implemented improvements based on process analysis. Troubleshot issues involving both hardware and plant processes.
• Collaboratively detected and solved problems alongside team members.
• Consistently maintained high quality and safety standards in all operations. Additional Experience
Engineering Supervisor, ThyssenKrupp, Ennigerloh, Germany
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