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Bob Strouse

Business Systems Manager at <a class="not-italic font-text_font text-[18px] font-bold cursor-pointer text-link_color" target="_blank" href="/companies/illinoistoolworks">ITW - Food Equipment Group, LLC</a>
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Bob Strouse is a seasoned IT professional with 25 years of experience in manufacturing, program management, and project control, holding leadership positions at ITW - Food Equipment Group, LLC, United States Army Reserve, Hobart Corporation, and US Army.
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Du Bois, Pennsylvania, United States, US
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  • Manufacturing
  • Program Management
  • Project Control
  • Management
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Bob Strouse is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in manufacturing, program management, and project control. He has held various leadership positions, including Director of Technical Support at Hobart Corporation, where he managed teams and implemented technology infrastructure upgrades. Strouse has also worked at ITW - Food Equipment Group, LLC, where he supported 5 Food Equipment Business Units and successfully completed a project on Epicor ERP system implementation. He holds a Master of Science degree in Management Science from the University of Dayton and a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Strouse is proficient in multiple languages, including English, and has expertise in ITIL, data center management, and telecommunications. He has a strong background in training and contract negotiation, with experience in managing staff and leading teams. Strouse's education and experience have equipped him with a unique blend of technical and business skills, making him a valuable asset in various industries. With over 30 years of experience, Strouse has developed a strong reputation for his leadership skills, technical expertise, and ability to drive projects forward.

Experience

  • ITW - Food Equipment Group, LLC
    • United States
    • Machinery Manufacturing
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Business Systems Manager
      • 2008 - 2011

      Supported 5 Food Equipment Business Units by providing comprehensive business support services.• Served as Project Manager for implementation of Epicor ERP system to replace outdated custom built mainframe systems.• Successfully completed project on schedule and under budget.

    • Director, Technical Support
      • 1999 - 2008

      Led and expanded a team of 55 Information Technology professionals supporting global enterprise requirements.• Introduced new technology: PDAs, firewalls, internet connectivity, and wireless networks.• Led major technology infrastructure upgrades by phasing out IBM proprietary wide area networks and storage systems.• Revamped and updated entire computing infrastructure.• Invited to join ITW based on successful past performance.

  • United States Army Reserve
    • 3rd Medical Command, Decatur, GA
    • Deputy Chief of Staff - Information Management
      • May 1997 - Apr 2000
      • 3rd Medical Command, Decatur, GA

      Managed a staff of 28 consisting of 7 full-time active duty military personnel and 21 reservists.

  • Hobart Corporation
    • United States
    • Retail Office Equipment
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Director – Technical Support: Global Information Systems
      • 1997 - 1999

      Led 55 professionals in 6 functional groups: Data Communications, Voice Systems, Technical Services, Consolidated Help Desk, Data Center Operations and Contract Administration.

    • Manager – Technical Support and Engineering Systems
      • 1995 - 1997

      Managed 17 professionals in 4 functional areas: Data communications, Voice Systems, IS Asset Management and Engineering Computer Systems.

    • Manager – Engineering Technical Services
      • 1991 - 1995

      Managed 10 professionals chartered with servicing all engineering technology and related activities and facilities.• Provided key services: installation and maintenance of Mechanical Design Automation, Electronic Design Automation systems (CADAM, Microcadam, Pro Engineer, AutoCAD, IDEAS, Unicad and ViewLogic).

    • Manager – Engineering Computer Systems
      • 1984 - 1991

      Evaluated, selected, justified, installed and maintained Mechanical Design Automation and Electronic Design Automation software and hardware.• Successfully managed Design Analysis Group who used structural and thermal analysis software.

    • Engineering Programmer / Analyst
      • 1980 - 1984

      Enhanced computer graphics system use by writing programs in many languages and partnering with IT professionals to install and configure CAD software.

  • US Army
    • Fort Hood, TX
    • Junior Officer – Computer Analyst and Test Operations
      • 1970 - 1972
      • Fort Hood, TX

Education

  • 1980 - 1982
    University of Dayton
  • 1972 - 1978
    Penn State University
  • 1965 - 1969
    Indiana University of Pennsylvania

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