Experience

Chembio Diagnostics, Inc.

• United States
• Medical Equipment Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Reliability & Projects

  • Aug 2022 - Present

• Sr. Manager, Manufacturing Process Improvement Projects

  • Dec 2019 - Aug 2022

  Hauppauge, New York, United States Improve current Manufacturing and Business Processes to better support organizational objectives. Is responsible for masterminding, outlining and developing projects that require process improvement or implementing new processes.

• Senior Manager, Facilities and Maintenace

  • Oct 2016 - Dec 2019

  Greater New York City Area Manage and Oversees Equipment & Facilities Maintenance teams, Warehouse and Shipping Functions, Project Management.

• Facilities & Maintenance Manager

  • Jun 2014 - Oct 2016

  Greater New York City Area

• Facilities & Maintenance Supervisor

  • Jan 2012 - Jun 2014

  Greater New York City Area Chembio Diagnostic Systems, Inc. develops, manufactures, licenses and markets point-of-care (POC) diagnostic tests and technology for the detection of infectious diseases.



Biolex Therapeutics

• Facilities Supervisor

  • Nov 2004 - Dec 2011

  Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area Experienced facilities coordinator with management abilities with 17 years of proficiency, and a proven track record of meticulous maintenance and operation of building facilities and operations including fire alarm systems, HVAC, security, process equipment and electrical systems. Versatile, certified professional with extensive expertise in operating and maintaining major facilities and their climate control systems. Background includes full service of various building environments, including… Show more Experienced facilities coordinator with management abilities with 17 years of proficiency, and a proven track record of meticulous maintenance and operation of building facilities and operations including fire alarm systems, HVAC, security, process equipment and electrical systems. Versatile, certified professional with extensive expertise in operating and maintaining major facilities and their climate control systems. Background includes full service of various building environments, including offices, museums and commercial institutions. Superior customer-service skills. Detailed working knowledge of an array of tools and equipment. Exceptional ability to streamline work flows, improve efficiencies and enhance workplace safety. Demonstrated skill to read and interpret printouts and schematics. Specialties - Contracted Services and Vendors - Effective Communication with Contractors, Inspectors and Customers - Diagnose, Troubleshoot, Repair, Calibrate equipment - Change Management - Project Management - Safety Protocols - Participate in Departmental Committees - Ensure Best Practice, Quality, Efficiency and Cost-Containment - Ability to multi-task and establish priorities; able to develop, implement and manage processes in an evolving environment with anticipated large scale growth Show less



Andrx Pharmaceuticals

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sr. Equipment and Facilities Maintenance Mechanic

  • Aug 2002 - Oct 2004

  Performed preventive maintenance procedures on various plant utility systems and pharmaceutical equipment. Conducted daily inspections and troubleshooting of main facility equipment and mechanics ensuring proper and efficient operation. - Certified in DOT Hazardous tanker pumping & Respiratory Training - Trained through Allen Bradley PLC Programming - Maintained Air, Liquid, Hydraulics, boilers, chillers, steam distribution, mechanical and electrical systems



The Answer Group (TAG)

• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Supervisor/Team Leader

  • Nov 1999 - Jun 2002

  Supervised a team of technicians in sales and customer service of various retail telecommunication companies. - Improved sales by 80% within 6 months - Increased revenue more than $1.3M



Tri-Molded Plastics/Tri-Matix

• Senior Maintenance Mechanic

  • Jun 1993 - Nov 1999

  Daily maintenance, repair and troubleshooting of injection molding machines, robots, automated systems, conveyor systems and vacuum forming machines. Supervised more than 5 employees responsible for assembling equipment and machines with accuracy and precision. - Skilled to use AutoCAD, wire multi-voltage machines, milling and welding equipment - Experienced to interpret blueprints and schematics - Knowledgeable of hydraulics, pneumatics, air and water chillers



Eagle-Eye Protection

• Installer

  • Jun 1990 - Jan 1994

  Installed marine alarms and electronics, including radar systems (i.e. Raytheon), fish finders, depth gauges, stereo systems, air-conditioning units, and other custom electronics. Installed customized security systems for both residential and commercial customers.