FMEA Certificate Autocad Fire investigation BS in OLS

Chris Johnson

Owner

Consultant, Sales, Commercial Energy, Transportation, & Production Industries

************@*******.*** • 574-***-****

linkedinIn • Rochester, IN

Summary

Over 20 years of success designing and leading technical innovations in new product design, upgrade, and optimization of industrial equipment, commercial vehicles, and consumer vehicles. Recognized and respected as a forward-thinking strategist and problem-solver with a proven track record of introducing creative solutions, enhancing competitive position, improving production quality, negotiating cost-effective material contracts, and resolving complex technical issues within strict timeline and budget goals. Versatile as a fully engaged leader and team contributor with excellent communication skills and known abilities to quickly learn and master new technologies.

Areas of Expertise

Research & Development

Project & Program Management

New Product Design

Technical Writing & Report

Compliance & Quality Control

Implementation & Testing

End User Training & Technical Support

Sales Team Support

Customer Support & Relations

Team Building & Training

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Critical Thinking & Problem Resolution

Technical Proficiencies

Systems:

CICS/ISPF/Mainframe, UNIX, Windows 7/9X/NT/2000/XP/2K3, Mac OS

Databases:

Oracle, ADB2, Relational Databases

Languages:

Visual Basic, SQL, HTML, ASP, CSS, C++, CGI, Perl, Java

Software:

MS Project, MS Visio, MS Office, Lotus Notes, AutoCAD, Inventor

Professional Experience

Project Manager / Owner, CJ Engineering Solutions LLC., 2022 – Present

Consulted to Flodraulic Group on Electrical panel design and build.

Managed key accounts ensuring all products were running as they should.

Analyzed Industrial Electrical controls and provided solutions as needed.

Reduced Production costs.

Generated AutoCAD drawings for electrical systems.

Managed Projects as needed.

Generated Manuals of equipment.

Generated FMEA and guided teams to ensure everything was properly documented.

Applications Engineer, Galbreath Inc., 2015 - 2022

Responsible for design and development of all Chassis configurations aligned with regulatory, product, and client fitment requirements. Create custom Autocad layout drawings, modifications, and render images for customers and dealers.

Strengthen competitive position and long-term value by engineering state-of-the art remote control systems for customer products.

Reduce production costs by $300K+ by switching power product vendors without sacrificing product quality and production time.

Actively maintain current knowledge of evolving technical trends through key vendor relations, trade show participation, independent research, and professional development initiatives.

Collaborate with product development and quality assurance in design of new products and tools based on individual project needs.

Directly support sales team with diverse customer service needs including onsite technical support, product testing, maintenance, and end-user training.

Manage key customer accounts and business relationships, maintain all account records, and follow-up with existing clients to promote new product solutions and generate additional sales.

Product Engineer, Keystone RV, 2012 - 2015

Led engineering and conceptualization of new and existing RV trailer designs for the full Springdale portfolio.

Developed a new remote-control system that controlled all slide-out elements, leveling units, and any other features that could be remotely controlled.

Collaborated with product manager to upgrade product line with incorporation of new floorplans and technologies.

Facilitated weekly meetings focused on new innovations and opportunities to improve team and cross-functional efficiency and productivity.

Maintenance Manager, Mobile Climate Control, Goshen, IN, 2011 - 2012

Supervised team in management and upkeep of daily operations of four assembly plant facilities.

Limited operational downtime and financial losses by building and leveraging a network of vendors and skilled professionals in cost-effective and timely resolution of diverse facility issues and equipment maintenance needs.

Improved maintenance department productivity and efficiency with implementation of process improvements, new technologies, and team training initiatives.

Technical Associate – Project Based, Pilkington, Niles, MI, 2010 - 2011

Programmed and maintained performance of 50-ton presses and ABS robots, critical to plant production operations.

Strengthened protections of company assets and production liabilities by assisting in design and implementation of an onsite preventative maintenance program.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Project Manager, Tradesmen Int., South Bend IN, 2007 – 2009

CEO / Business Owner, Pro-Electric, Commercial & Residential, Rochester, IN, 2000 – 2006

Project Manager, Lewallen Electric, Goshen, IN, 1995 – 2000

Project Manager, Egendoerfer Electric, Mishawaka, IN, 1993 - 1995

Military Career

United States Army, Ft. Hood, TX

Rank: E-6, SSG, MOS 95D, CID Operative Desert Storm Veteran

Education & Professional Certifications

Bachelor of Science, Organizational Leadership & Supervision

Purdue University, Lafayette, Indiana

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